Louisiana

*Applications open annually in November

Eligibility requirements:

A $5,000 scholarship awarded to one student who has been accepted into or who are pursuing an approved course of study to become a medical doctor (no pre–med, veterinarian, or physician assistant) at approved, accredited medical schools, colleges, and universities. The scholarship is not automatically renewable; however, applicant may reapply for up to four years.

Application requirements:

• All submitted information is either typed or computer generated.
• Statement of 1,000 words or less setting forth your career objectives.
• Most recent copy of your high school transcript or college grades (as applicable). Home schooled students must include transcripts for grade nine through current year.
• All scholarships with a minimum grade point average (GPA) are based on a 4.0 scaled or the equivalent GPA on the scale used by the applicable educational institution.
• Recommendations (at least two but not to exceed four from high school or college now attending). Recommendations should convey your ability, work habits, integrity, character, potential, and volunteer activities.
• List of your extra-curricular activities, honors received, and scholastic achievements (one side of a 8 1/2 inch x 11 inch piece of paper).
• Photocopy of your United States citizenship: birth certificate, naturalization papers, or information page of United States Passport.  Cover your photograph.  If listed, please blackout social security numbers.
• Information required by specific scholarships such as financial need information; or a letter of your acceptance into special program or transcript stating you are in a special program like nursing or medicine. Refer to specific scholarship links below.

*Applications open annually in November

Eligibility requirements:

A one-time preferred amount of $5,000 to two deserving female students who are US citizen attending medical school. The selection process is based on academic merit with a minimum GPA of 3.25 on a 4.0 scale or the equivalent GPA on the scale used by the applicable educational institution. The recipient may reapply for the scholarship each year, but is not guaranteed the award.

Application requirements:

• All submitted information is either typed or computer generated.
• Statement of 1,000 words or less setting forth your career objectives.
• Most recent copy of your high school transcript or college grades (as applicable). Home schooled students must include transcripts for grade nine through current year.
• All scholarships with a minimum grade point average (GPA) are based on a 4.0 scaled or the equivalent GPA on the scale used by the applicable educational institution.
• Recommendations (at least two but not to exceed four from high school or college now attending).  Recommendations should convey your ability, work habits, integrity, character, potential, and volunteer activities.
• List of your extra-curricular activities, honors received, and scholastic achievements (one side of a 8 1/2 inch x 11 inch piece of paper).
• Photocopy of your United States citizenship: birth certificate, naturalization papers, or information page of United States Passport.  Cover your photograph.  If listed, please blackout social security numbers.
• Information required by specific scholarships such as financial need information; or a letter of your acceptance into special program or transcript stating you are in a special program like nursing or medicine.  Refer to specific scholarship links below.

*Scholarship renews annually in November

Eligibility requirements:

The Irene and Daisy MacGregor Memorial Scholarship is awarded to two students of high scholastic standing and character who have been accepted into or are pursuing an approved course of study to become a medical doctor (no pre-med, veterinarian or physician assistant) at an approved, accredited medical school. Renewal is conditional upon maintenance of a GPA of 3.25.

This scholarship is also available to students who have been accepted into or who are pursuing an approved course of study in the field of psychiatric nursing at the graduate level at accredited medical schools, colleges, or universities. There is a preference to females "if equally qualified."

Application requirements:

• All submitted information is either typed or computer generated.
• Statement of 1,000 words or less setting forth your career objectives.
• Most recent copy of your high school transcript or college grades (as applicable). Home schooled students must include transcripts for grade nine through current year.
• All scholarships with a minimum grade point average (GPA) are based on a 4.0 scaled or the equivalent GPA on the scale used by the applicable educational institution.
• Recommendations (at least two but not to exceed four from high school or college now attending). Recommendations should convey your ability, work habits, integrity, character, potential, and volunteer activities.
• List of your extra-curricular activities, honors received, and scholastic achievements (one side of a 8 1/2 inch x 11 inch piece of paper).
• Photocopy of your United States citizenship: birth certificate, naturalization papers, or information page of United States Passport.  Cover your photograph.  If listed, please blackout social security numbers.
• Information required by specific scholarships such as financial need information; or a letter of your acceptance into special program or transcript stating you are in a special program like nursing or medicine.  Refer to specific scholarship links below.

*Applications renew annually in November

Eligibility requirements:

A preferred amount $5,000 scholarship awarded to one student either attending or planning to attend an approved, accredited medical school, college, or university. The applicant must have a minimum GPA of 3.25. This scholarship is not automatically renewable; however, recipients may reapply for consideration each year for up to four consecutive years, pending receipt of proof of continued enrollment (no pre–med, veterinarian, or physician assistant), and after the first semester, an annual transcript review indicating a minimum GPA of 3.25.

Application requirements:

• All submitted information is either typed or computer generated.
• Statement of 1,000 words or less setting forth your career objectives.
• Most recent copy of your high school transcript or college grades (as applicable). Home schooled students must include transcripts for grade nine through current year.
• All scholarships with a minimum grade point average (GPA) are based on a 4.0 scaled or the equivalent GPA on the scale used by the applicable educational institution.
• Recommendations (at least two but not to exceed four from high school or college now attending). Recommendations should convey your ability, work habits, integrity, character, potential, and volunteer activities.
• List of your extra-curricular activities, honors received, and scholastic achievements (one side of a 8 1/2 inch x 11 inch piece of paper).
• Photocopy of your United States citizenship: birth certificate, naturalization papers, or information page of United States Passport.  Cover your photograph.  If listed, please blackout social security numbers.
• Information required by specific scholarships such as financial need information; or a letter of your acceptance into special program or transcript stating you are in a special program like nursing or medicine.  Refer to specific scholarship links below.

Eligible to:

Any college-level student that are U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents. 

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This scholarship has rolling monthly application deadlines. Students applying earlier will have a greater chance of winning. The final application date for the 2026 cycle is June 30, 2026; the winner of the $10,000 No-Essay Scholarship will be announced by July 31, 2026 on our scholarship winners page.

Since its inception, National Medical Fellowships financial empowerment has been at the core of its programming. NMF scholarship programs recognize merit as well as financial need. Over the years, funding for scholarships has come from hundreds of foundations and from individuals. NMF actively seeks and welcomes partnerships to build and expand the types and amount of support we provide to our scholars.

Multiple scholarships offered throughout 3 cycles, annually. Amounts vary based on the specific scholarship applied to. 

General eligibility entails:

• Proof of U.S. citizenship or Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) approval letter
  • (Permanent Residents/Green Card Holders are eligible)
  • Permanent Resident Document Guidelines
• Currently enrolled in an accredited, graduate-level U.S. health care program
  • Medical schools must be LCME Accredited U.S. Programs | LCME and COCA American Osteopathic Association | AOA accredited institutions. Applicants must be enrolled in culminating MD, MD/PhD, DO, or DO/PhD programs, unless otherwise specified.
• Demonstrated financial need
• Demonstrated leadership ability
• Demonstrated and continuing commitment to serving medically underserved communities