MMA Foundation Scholarships Support the Next Generation of Physicians

October 15, 2026

Medical students, residents, and fellows are encouraged to apply for MMA Foundation scholarship grants supporting primary care, physician well-being, health equity, and advocacy. These opportunities help future physicians pursue innovative projects, develop leadership skills, and make a meaningful difference in medicine. 

Fall Application Deadline: November 7 

• The Reuter-Lien Well-being and Health Equity Scholarship Fund supports medical students, residents, and fellows pursuing research or projects that advance health equity or improve the well-being of trainees or patients. Click here for more information. 

Year-Round Scholarship Opportunities 

• The Friedman-Bowen Primary Care Scholarship Fund supports Minnesota medical students pursuing careers in primary care through student-designed projects that strengthen primary care practice, expand knowledge, or address important health issues. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Click here for more information.  

• The Indihar Advocacy Scholarship Fund empowers Minnesota medical students to develop advocacy skills, and advance policy and structural changes that promote equity and justice. Applications are accepted year-round. Click here for more information. 

• The MCAT® Fee Relief Fund helps reduce financial barriers to medical education by covering MCAT registration fees for eligible Minnesota college students. Applications are accepted year-round. Click here for more information. 

These scholarships reflect the Foundation’s commitment to investing in the next generation of physicians, advancing health equity, and strengthening the future of medicine. 

Made possible through the generosity of physicians and friends of medicine, these opportunities help aspiring physicians turn promising ideas into meaningful action.  

Support the Foundation to help expand opportunities for future physicians. Questions? Contact the Foundation's CEO, Kristen Gloege for application details.