Indiana Graduate Medical Education Feasibility Study Grant (7th RFP)
Funds feasibility studies for new Indiana medical residency programs, focusing on primary care and shortage specialties, especially in underserved or rural areas.
Funder: Indiana Commissioner for Higher Education
Due Dates: Rolling (Applications due 30 days prior to the next Graduate Medical Education Board quarterly meeting)
Funding Amounts: Up to $75,000 per feasibility study project; 1-year grant term; 25% match required.
Summary: Supports feasibility studies for new medical residency programs in Indiana, prioritizing primary care, shortage specialties, and underserved regions.
Key Information: Only one application per eligible entity; matching funds or in-kind resources (25%) required.
Description
This grant provides funding to Indiana-based organizations to conduct feasibility studies on the development of new medical residency programs, with a focus on primary care and specialties experiencing shortages. The program aims to address physician workforce gaps, particularly in rural and underserved areas, by supporting rigorous assessment of community needs, organizational readiness, and action plans for new Graduate Medical Education (GME) programs. Collaborative and consortium-based proposals are encouraged, especially those that increase exposure to underserved communities.
