HEALTH POLICY
RESEARCH SCHOLARS

How to Apply

APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN

 

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“Building a Culture of Health means that health needs to be valued at a cultural level and understanding that everyone deserves access to a healthy life. As a Health Policy Research Scholar, I am paving the way for future generations of leaders.”

– MARIO ALBERTO VIVEROS ESPINOZA

Mario Alberto Viveros Espinoza, PhD Student, Sociology, University of California, Santa Barbara

APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must be:

  • Full-time doctoral students, entering their second year of studies in fall 2021, who will have at least three years of doctoral study remaining as of September 2021.
  • From historically marginalized backgrounds and/or populations underrepresented in specific doctoral disciplines. Examples of eligible individuals include, but are not limited to: first-generation college graduates; individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds; individuals from communities of color; and individuals with disabilities.
  • Pursuing a research-focused discipline that can advance a Culture of Health.
  • Interested in health policy and interdisciplinary approaches.

 

The best way to see who this program is for is to meet our current scholars. But keep in mind that this is just the start—the experience will only grow stronger as new scholars from many other backgrounds, disciplines, and perspectives round out this growing group. Imagine yourself on the team!

MEET THE SCHOLARS

2021 APPLICATION timeline

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all events will be virtual until it is safe to conduct them in person.
Call for applications
jan 13
Applicant webinar
jan-feb
Application deadline
march 17
Applications reviewed
april-may
Applicant interviews
may
Selection meetings
june
Notification of awards
August
Program begins
sept

* Timeline subject to change. Check back for updates.

Application Process Overview

Here is a quick guide to help you prepare a successful application. Note applications re-open in 2021.

  • Step 1: Learn
  • Step 2: Register to Apply
    • Register for MyRWJF by going to my.rwjf.org. Use your email address to set up a free, password-protected account.
    • Visit my.rwjf.org and sign up to be notified when this and other funding opportunities are available.
  • Step 3: Gather Application Materials
    • A curriculum vitae that is a maximum of four pages long.
    • To support you in the program, you’ll need to identify a faculty mentor from the university granting your doctoral degree. You will need a copy of this person’s CV.
    • Two people who will provide references for your application. One of these two people must be your home institution mentor.
    • All doctoral transcripts.
    • Your mentor’s curriculum vitae.
  • Step 4: Get in Touch
    • Have questions? Visit our FAQ page.
    • Sign up to be notified of upcoming webinars and other events.
MEET THE SCHOLARS

Applications are now open!

Sign up for our webinar 
Feb. 2 at 1 pm EST
to learn more about the process 

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    Applications are now open!

    Sign up for our webinar 
    Feb. 2 at 1 pm EST
    to learn more about the process 

    Sign Up Here

      TELL A FRIEND OR COLLEAGUE