Grants for Physician Assistant Programs

Physician Assistant Foundation Scholarship

• The Physician Assistant Foundation Scholarship program is one outlet for students looking to tap into additional resources to fund schooling. Established in 1977, the scholarship seeks to support students who are interested in pursuing a career within the physician assistant field. In order to apply, students must be a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and be enrolled in the professional phase of their program. Applications can be obtained through the AAPA's national office or online. Awardees are chosen on the basis of financial aid, academic achievement, future career goals and past employment. Scholarships are typically awarded in the amount of $2,000.

  American Academy of Physician Assistants
  950 North Washington Street
  Alexandria, VA 22314
  703-836-2272
  aapa.org

Association of Family Practice Physician Assistants Scholarship Program

• For first and second year physician assistant students looking for additional funding for education pursuits, the Association of Family Practice Physician Assistants Scholarship Program might be one option. The program offers scholarships in the amount of $1,000 for first-year students and $1,500 for second-year students. Only student members of the AFPPA are eligible for the awards. To apply, students must submit an essay of 750 words or less that explains their experience and future goals within the primary care field. A registration form, submitted by a faculty member, must also be completed in order to be considered. Applications are judged based on the essay and faculty recommendations.

  Association of Family Practice Physician Assistants Scholarship Program
  1905 Woodstock Rd, Suite 2150
  Roswell, GA 30075
  877-890-0181
  afppa.org

Asian & Pacific Islander Physician Assistant Caucus

• The Asian & Pacific Islander Physician Assistant Caucus is one option available to minority PA students looking for financial aid. Two scholarships of $250 are awarded to two student members of the Asian & Pacific Islander Physician Assistant Caucus. One scholarship will be awarded for cultural awareness, while the other will be awarded on the basis of future development. In order to apply, students must complete an application that includes sections about community involvement, personal statements and financial information.

  The Asian & Pacific Islander Physician Assistant Caucus
  950 North Washington Street
  Alexandria, VA 22314
  917-209-4175
  asianpacificpa.org/Scholarships.html