Dr Joel Durinka Scholarship for Future Doctors

The Dr. Joel Durinka Scholarship for Future Doctors is a distinguished $1,000 award created to champion the next generation of medical leaders. This scholarship is open to undergraduate students committed to careers in medicine or nursing and is granted through a rigorous essay competition. It seeks to honor individuals who demonstrate unwavering dedication, academic excellence, and a profound passion for the healthcare field.

  • Criteria*

To be eligible for the Dr. Joel Durinka Scholarship for Future Doctors, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Be an undergraduate student enrolled in an accredited college or university in the United States.
  • Be pursuing a career in medicine with the intent to become a physician.
  • Demonstrate academic excellence with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
  • Submit a completed application, including a 500–800-word essay

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Award
$1,000
Deadline
04/15/2026