HEALTH POLICY
RESEARCH SCHOLARS

How to Apply

APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED.

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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 or third year of studies in fall 2020, who will have at least three years of doctoral study remaining as of September 2020.
  • From 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

2020 APPLICATION timeline

Webinars for prospective applicants to learn more
dec-feb
Call for applications
jan 10
Application deadline
march 13
Applications reviewed
april
Applicant interviews
april-may
Selection meetings
june
Fourth cohort notified of acceptance
August
Program begins
sept 1
Required in-person program launch for all participants
sept-oct

* 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 2020.

  • 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.
    • Two letters of support, one of which must be from your doctoral advisor, program director, or equivalent.
    • All graduate transcripts.
    • A faculty mentor (or a provisional mentor) from the university granting your doctoral degree; mentors will be asked to confirm, in writing, that they are willing to serve in this role.
    • 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
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