School of Medicine Opportunity Scholarship

Saint Louis University School of Medicine Opportunity Scholarship
The Opportunity Scholarship is intended to promote and support highly talented students to attend SLU SOM.

Eligibility: Students interested in serving the underserved who have a demonstrated financial need and are from a disadvantaged background. Students considered Underrepresented in Medicine are encouraged to apply.
Criteria for selection:

Merit
o Major/GPA/Institution
o MCAT Score

Leadership
o Leadership role(s)
o Responsibility
o Impact

Service and Understanding of Disparities in Healthcare

Award
A total of full tuition plus fees is available to be awarded per year. Awards will renew annually as long as the student remains in good standing (no academic or professional probation).
Deadline
03/15/2024
Supplemental Questions
  1. Are you an incoming M1 student to Saint Louis University School of Medicine?
  2. What is your birth state and zip code?
  3. Did you attend high school in St. Louis? If so, which high school did you attend?
  4. How many years have you lived in St. Louis?
  5. Did you attend and graduate from an HBCU, HSI, or a Tribal University?
  6. Did you receive need based financial aid as an undergraduate student?
  7. What is your GPA?
  8. What is your science GPA?
  9. What was your MCAT score?
  10. Personal Essays
    • How will you contribute to the reduction of healthcare disparities in the United States?
    • In the future, where do you see yourself working?
    • Please answer one of the following essay questions: 1. One of the greatest opportunities for social justice in the United States is the legacy of the trans-Atlantic slave trade and European colonialism. How has this legacy affected you and what character traits do you believe you have that have been strengthened by experiencing the impact of this legacy? or 2. How would you, as a medical student, uphold the commitment of the Saint Louis University "Clock Tower Accords"? Please elaborate on how the principles outlined in the Accords align with your understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion within the medical field. In your response, consider the specific ways you plan to incorporate these principles into your medical education journey and contribute to fostering a more inclusive and equitable healthcare environment. See link for more information about the Clock Tower Accords https://www.slu.edu/diversity/occupy-slu/clock-tower-accords/index.php
    • Share a personalized story or experience that demonstrates your understanding and/or passion for reducing healthcare disparities.
  11. I agree that if I should be awarded this scholarship, I will attend Prematriculation programming as organized by the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. I am also required to attend a minimum of two School of Medicine student diversity sponsored events per year and report my participation.
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