Medical Student Scholarship

Applications for the 2025-2026 Medical Student Scholarship are now being accepted.

Submission Deadline: Monday, December 15, 2025, at 11:59pm CT

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JEDI-AAEM is excited to announce our 2025-2026 Medical Student Scholarship, created to expand access and opportunity in the field of emergency medicine (EM). This program aims to support medical students from underserved communities as they take the important step of applying to EM residency programs.

Who Should Apply

This scholarship is open to all medical students applying to emergency medicine residency programs, including combined programs, who have demonstrated resilience, leadership, and a strong commitment to equitable, high-quality care for all patient populations.

Scholarship Benefits

Financial Support: Each recipient will receive a $500 gift card to help offset costs related to:

  • Residency application fees
  • Interview attire
  • Technology for virtual interviews
  • Travel for in-person interviews
Timeline
  • Applications Open: Monday, November 10, 2025
  • Application Deadline: Monday, December 15, 2025, at 11:59pm CT
  • Applicant Notification of Awards: Thursday, January 15, 2026
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Why This Matters

The journey to becoming an emergency medicine physician can be both rewarding and challenging. This scholarship reflects our commitment to ensuring that all qualified, passionate students have access to the resources and support they need to succeed—regardless of their background or circumstances.

Eligibility

Applicants must be a current member of the AAEM/RSA and JEDI-AAEM Section.

Application Requirements

Complete the JEDI-AAEM Medical Student Scholarship application by Monday, December 15, 2025, at 11:59pm CT with the following information:

  • Personal Statement (Introducing yourself and sharing why you chose EM):
    • Written (250 word limit) or
    • Video (1-2 minutes)
  • Medical School Transcript (screenshots accepted)
  • Curriculum Vitae (highlight any community work or passion projects)
  • Copy of STEP 1 and/or STEP 2 Scores
  • Photo (optional)
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Additional Information

If selected, you may be asked to provide the following for reimbursement and verification:

  • Receipts for relevant expenses (e.g., interview attire, tech for virtual interviews)
  • Proof of current JEDI-AAEM Section membership
  • ERAS submission confirmation for emergency medicine
  • Completion of W-9 and submitted to AAEM
Previous Scholarship Winners
2025 Winners

Michael Denning
Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University

Mel Ebeling
University of Alabama School of Medicine

Seynab Farah
Avalon University School of Medicine

Gabriela Hernandez
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine-Bradenton

LaKendra B. Morgan
Howard University College of Medicine

Miguel Renteria
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine

Cassandra Smith
University of California — Irvine School of Medicine

Rebkah Tesfamariam
Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine

2024 Winners

Chinelo C. Agwuncha
Lincoln Memorial University DeBusk College of Medicine

Gabrielle Bastedo (nee Sallard)
Baylor College of Medicine

Amera Hassan
University of Minnesota, School of Medicine

Amina Ibrahim
All Saints University School of Medicine

Donovan Inniss
University of Michigan Medical School (UMMS)

Desean Lee
Rowan University, School of Osteopathic Medicine

Kelsey Newbold
Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine

Aliza Siddiqui
Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University

2023 Winners

Michael Chiang
University of Central Florida College of Medicine

Abdoul Kone
Howard University College of Medicine

William Mundo
University of Colorado School of Medicine

Anantha Singarajah
Lincoln Memorial University – DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine

Kristen Woody
Saint Louis University School of Medicine

Questions?

If you have questions or would like more information about this scholarship, please email AAEM, or call 800-884-2236.