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 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 the selection, students will be hosted at a 2-day health policy symposium in Washington, DC.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be scheduled to complete the didactic portion of their degree during the 2012-2013 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 on-line to AUPHA at www.AUPHA.org and submit the following materials:
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One letter of nomination 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 CV detailing both professional and extracurricular activities.
- All transcripts (at least one full-time equivalent semester required) are required and may be submitted by fax (703) 894-0941 or by email to ejbruno@aupha.org
- Standardized Test Score(s) (waived if not required by your academic program for admission).
Mailing Address:
Winston Health Policy Scholars Program
c/o AUPHA
2000 14th Street North
Suite 780
Arlington, VA 22201
Questions? Email ejbruno@aupha.org
All Application Materials Must Reach AUPHA by Monday, April 2, 2012.