Scholarships and Awards

Dr. Richard Allen Williams Scholarship for Medical Students

Description

Named in honor of ABC Founder, Richard Allen Williams, MD, FACC, FAHA, five (5) successful candidates will each be awarded a $5,000 scholarship to support their academic journey to becoming cardiologists.

Eligibility

• Must self-identify as African American/Black and/or another underrepresented minority group.
• Be currently attending a US medical school (students that have been accepted to medical school but have not yet begun their studies will not be considered).
• Be an active ABC Member.
• Must show an interest in the field of cardiology.

The Award

Five (5) scholarships at $5,000 each will be awarded to recipients of the Dr. Richard Allen Williams Scholarship for Medical Students.

Deadline

July 7, 2024

Requirements:

  1. Academic
      1. A letter from candidate’s current medical school indicating good academic standing.
  2. Personal Statement
      1. A 500-word (or less) statement describing candidate’s medical career goals and financial need for the scholarship.
  3. CV
      1. CV should demonstrate any or all of the following components:
        1. Ability, interest, and/or participation in the promotion of health for Black and/or other underserved communities.
        2. Participation in research or other extracurricular activities demonstrated academic pursuits and clinical acumen.
        3. Proven leadership during his or her academic pursuits.
        4. Interest in the field of cardiology.
  4. Two Letters of Recommendation
      1. Letters should describe the candidate’s academic performance, clinical skills, leadership skills, and commitment to caring for minoritized or underserved populations.

ABC Policy for Scholarships and Awards:

  • The ABC will ensure a diverse group of scholarship recipients that reflect the organization’s commitment to inclusivity without using preferential points.
  • Scholarship recipients are eligible to reapply for consecutive scholarships, however, priority will be given to first-time applicants to broaden the impact of the program.

Deadline:

Sunday, July 7, 2024, at 11:59 PM ET

Questions?

Contact Tierra Dillenburg here.

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