The Scholarship allowed me to map dermatology access and identify California communities most in need. This project would not exist without that investment.

Eligibility Requirements

• Must have graduated from a high school in Sacramento, El Dorado, or Yolo County.
• Must be enrolled full-time (12 units or more) in an accredited U.S. medical school.
• Scholarships do not apply to summer enrollment or correspondence schools.

Scholarship Selection

• Awards are based primarily on financial need and academic achievement.
• Financial need is evaluated based on student and family resources and household size.
• Funding is limited, and not all eligible applicants will receive scholarships.

Application Requirements

• Completed scholarship application.
• Official high school and college transcripts.
• Three letters of reference.
• Transcripts and reference letters may be mailed separately but must arrive by the deadline.
• Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Important Dates

• July 1: Annual application deadline.
• September: Scholarships awarded.