Medical Student Scholarship for Visiting Clinical Rotations
Supports 4th-year US medical students in completing neurology clinical rotations at approved institutions to enhance hands-on specialty experience.
Funder: American Academy of Neurology
Due Dates: June 6, 2026 (Full application) | June 3, 2026 (Proof of approval) | December 7, 2026 (Proof of completion)
Funding Amounts: $2,000 per scholar to offset rotation expenses; paid in two installments (start and completion of rotation)
Summary: Supports 4th-year US medical students in neurology visiting clinical rotations at approved institutions to enhance clinical exposure and specialty exploration.
Key Information: Proof of approval due by June 3 for applicants awaiting a decision; rotations must be >3 weeks and completed by December 4, 2026.
Description
This program provides scholarships to 4th-year American Academy of Neurology (AAN) member US medical students planning to complete a neurology visiting student rotation at an LCME/AOA-approved US medical school or the National Institutes of Health. Designed to enhance access to neurology clinical experiences, particularly for students at schools without a required neurology clerkship, the scholarship supports rotations of more than three weeks' duration. Recipients receive financial support to offset expenses and are expected to provide feedback and reflections to help improve the program.
