Join Us in offering a warm welcome to the newest cohort of health policy research scholars!
These diverse and dynamic scholars are joining a national network of changemakers from all sectors, professions, and disciplines. As part of the program experience, they will learn with and from one another—each bringing forth their unique focus, experiences, and leadership styles as they work together to create equitable solutions for the complex health challenges in their communities through policy change.
These scholars have already accomplished remarkable things. As they begin the next chapter of their leadership journeys, we are excited to learn alongside them and work together to build a Culture of Health.
Download a list of the 2024 scholar cohort or click here to learn more about the new scholars.
Doctoral students from a variety of disciplines—such as urban planning, political science, economics, anthropology, education, social work, geography, and sociology—who are committed to using policy change to advance population health and health equity.
Applicants must be:
Full-time doctoral students who are starting the second year of their programs in fall 2025 and do not expect to graduate before spring/summer 2028.
From historically marginalized backgrounds in specific doctoral disciplines.
Pursuing a research-focused discipline that can advance a Culture of Health.
Interested in health policy and interdisciplinary approaches.
What do scholars receive?
Annual award funding of up to $30,000 for up to four years or until they complete their doctoral program (whichever is sooner).
Mentoring and training in health policy and leadership.
Professional ties to public health and policy leaders and innovators from diverse fields.
Opportunity to compete for an additional dissertation grant of up to $10,000.
Membership in a network of scholars and alumni for research and advocacy collaborations.