[AcademyHealth](https://academyhealth.org/professional-resources/funding-opportunities/scholarships-fellowships/page/scholarships-fellowships)

March 2026

Covers registration, travel, meals, and childcare for two AcademyHealth conferences; reimbursement up to a specific limit (provided upon selection).

Supports doctoral and post-doctoral nurses interested in health equity with conference attendance, mentoring, and professional development.

--- ## Description This scholarship supports doctorate and post-doctorate nurses who demonstrate an interest or expertise in health equity. The award provides financial support to attend two AcademyHealth conferences (including the Annual Research Meeting), along with mentoring and participation in the IRGNI Emerging Diversity Leaders Initiative. The program aims to increase awareness of health policy, facilitate professional networking, and foster leadership development among nurses engaged in research and advocacy for health equity. --- ## Due Dates - March 2026 (anticipated full application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - The scholarship provides reimbursement (up to a specified limit, communicated upon selection) for: - Registration fees for the AcademyHealth Annual Research Meeting and one additional AcademyHealth meeting - Travel expenses for both meetings - Meals and childcare (as needed) - Awardees also receive mentoring and professional development opportunities --- ## Eligibility Applicants must meet all of the following criteria: - Be a nurse currently enrolled in a doctorate or post-doctorate program (full-time or part-time), or a post-doctoral/clinical fellow - Demonstrate interest or expertise in health equity issues (e.g., research on care quality, cost, access, or outcomes) - Be a U.S. citizen (non-citizens are not eligible) - Be available to attend the AcademyHealth Annual Research Meeting on specified dates The program is open to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. --- ## Application Process Applicants must submit the following materials via the online application system: - Completed online application form - Current résumé or curriculum vitae - Statement of Interest (maximum 500 words), describing: - Personal learning objectives - Past/current research or work in health services/systems research or health equity - Connection between learning objectives, professional goals, and interest in the scholarship - Supporting documentation (if applicable), such as proof of student status - Signed letter of recommendation from a faculty advisor or work supervisor (on official letterhead) --- ## Additional Information - The scholarship is part of the AcademyHealth Health Equity Scholars Program. - Selection criteria include demonstrated commitment to health services or health equity research, alignment of objectives, essay quality, and level of support from advisor/supervisor. - The scholarship is funded by the Co-Editors of the 8th Edition of "Policy and Politics in Nursing and Health Care" and its publisher, Elsevier. --- ## External Links - [Program page and details](https://academyhealth.org/page/policy-and-politics-nursing-scholarship) - [Health Equity Scholars Program](https://academyhealth.org/page/academyhealth-health-equity-scholars-program) - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://academyhealth.org/page/academyhealth-diversity-scholars-program-faq) - [Funder’s scholarship & fellowship listings](https://academyhealth.org/professional-resources/funding-opportunities/scholarships-fellowships/page/scholarships-fellowships) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |-------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Email | [scholarships@academyhealth.org](mailto:scholarships@academyhealth.org) | | Web Contact | [AcademyHealth Contact Page](https://academyhealth.org/about/contact-us) |

Policy and Politics in Nursing Scholarship

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