The LGBT HEART Scholarship Fund for the Health Professions seeks to promote the health and well-being of the LGBT community through the support of scholarship and research. Single-year scholarships are available on an annual basis to “out” LGBT students pursuing advanced (Masters level or higher) degrees in the health professions.

Award recipients, known as HEART Scholars, are selected based on a combination of need and merit-based factors. Eligibility criteria for the LGBT HEART Scholarship Fund for the Health Professions are as follows:

• Enrollment in a graduate level program in the health professions
• Enrollment at an accredited college, university or school in the United States
• Be “out” as a member of the LGBT community
• Eligible to receive financial aid and in good academic standing
• Demonstrate a commitment or contribution to the health of the LGBT community

To download the 2009 scholarship application click here

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The LGBT HEART Scholarship Fund for the Health Professions is made possible through the generous support of donors like you. Make you tax-deductible contribution now and invest in your health!

For questions regarding the LGBT HEART Scholarship Fund for the Health Professions, please contact scholarships@lgbtheart.org