2010-2011 DAVID A. WINSTON HEALTH POLICY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
DEADLINE APRIL 16, 2010
The objective of the DAVID A. WINSTON HEALTH POLICY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM is to increase the number and quality of individuals trained in healthcare policy at the state and federal level by awarding deserving health policy students financial support to further their education.
The DAVID A. WINSTON HEALTH POLICY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM recognizes student excellence and achievement based upon the student’s record and recommendations from faculty and colleagues and evidence of their interest in and committment to health policy. Ten $5,000 scholarships will be offered to students who demonstrate their potential to succeed in health policy at the state or federal level upon graduation from their master’s health administration degree program. In the fall following selection, students will be hosted at a 2-day health policy symposium in Washington, DC.
Eligibility Criteria
- The DAVID A. WINSTON HEALTH POLICY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM is open to current first year graduate students in their second semester studying at any AUPHA member graduate program.
- Applicants must be scheduled to complete the didactic portion of their degree during the 2010-2011 academic year.
- U.S. citizenship required.
- Scholars are selected based on expressed and demonstrated commitment to health policy, leadership, academic achievement, community involvement and long term career interest in health policy.
Submission Requirements
Applicants must apply directly directly to AUPHA NOT LATER THAN APRIL 16 by following the link below and submitting the following materials:
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One letter of nomination for the scholarship from a faculty member. This letter should be signed and on letterhead and speak specifically to your qualifications for this scholarship.
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One letter of nomination from a preceptor or employer. This letter should be signed and on letterhead and speak specifically to your qualifications for this scholarship.
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A personal statement detailing the applicant’s interest in and commitment to health policy and how they intend to pursue policy within their career. This statement should be roughly two single spaced pages in length and should provide detail on what experiences in your life have directed you towards a career in health policy and what your future career aspirations are. The statement should outline how your academic preparation has and will continue to prepare you for a career in health policy.
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A resume detailing both professional and extracurricular activities.
- Standardized Test Score(s) (waived if not required by your academic program for admission).
- Undergraduate and graduate transcripts (at least one full-time equivalent semester of graduate work is required). Unofficial transcripts are required by Friday, April 16, 2010 and may be submitted by fax (703) 894-0941 or by email to mhaynes@aupha.org. Official Transcripts from all higher education institutions attended must arrive at AUPHA prior to Friday, May 7th, 2010.
Mail to:
Winston Health Policy Scholars Program
c/o AUPHA
2000 14th Street North
Suite 780
Arlington, VA 22201
Questions? Email mhaynes@aupha.org
All Initial Application Materials Must Reach AUPHA by Friday, April 16, 2010.
