The Horizon Award at RUSM was created to support students in achieving their full potential & career goals, and to reward commitment, academic persistence and strong academic outcomes achieved during their course of study. The initial award offers a scholarship of a minimum of $35,000 over 10 semesters with a maximum scholarship possible of up to $100,000 by achieving key academic milestones throughout the MD program. (All amounts in U.S. dollars)

Eligibility:

• Eligibility applies to new students starting in January 2026 and future terms. This scholarship reflects the current award structure.
• Acceptance into RUSM MD program beginning in Semester 1. Successful MERP completers are ineligible for this award.
• Students who are accepted into the RUSM MD program and have met all requirements to secure enrollment through deposit or exemption (e.g., eligible partnership) for their place will be automatically considered for this award; students need not apply for this scholarship.
• This award cannot be combined with other scholarships/grants unless specifically stated. RUSM reserves the right to modify the terms, conditions, and availability of institutional aid at any time and without prior notice. Scholarship availability will be evaluated each session.
• Awards are limited to current open terms and will be granted to eligible students in the order seat deposits or exemptions are received, until all available awards are exhausted.
• Must have an MCAT score of 488 or better.

Initial Award:

• Students meeting these criteria will be reviewed for the scholarship and will initially qualify for $35,000, the minimum level of the Horizon Award, structured as follows:
  • $35,000 initial award towards tuition equally distributed between Semesters 1-5 (as defined in the student handbook) and five (5) clinical science semesters ($3,500 per semester across 10 semesters).

Continued Initial Award Eligibility:

• Continuous enrollment in RUSM MD program. Students who repeat a semester will have their initial scholarship paused for the duration of the repeated semester. Subsequent progression to the next semester will result in resumption of the initial award.

Academic Milestone (Escalator) Awards:

1. A student enrolled at RUSM in the Horizon Award in Semester 1 AND who earns a grade of 80% or higher for each module through the end of Semester 4 of medical sciences (without failing any single module), shall be awarded an additional $15,000 in scholarships, equally distributed between Semester 5 and five (5) clinical science semesters.
2. A student enrolled at RUSM in the Horizon Award in Semester 1 AND who completes medical sciences in 5 consecutive semesters (without any academic failures) shall be awarded an additional $20,000 in scholarships, to be equally distributed between clinical science semesters six (6) through ten (10) as denoted by student’s clinical science semester designation.
3. 3.    A student enrolled at RUSM in the Horizon Award in medical science Semester 1 AND who:
   1. Achieves a score of 65 or higher on the first attempt of NBME^® CBSE exam in medical science Semester 5, and
   2. Takes and passes USMLE^® Step 1 on first attempt within 1 semester of completing medical sciences, and
   3. Begins clinical rotations no longer than 60 days after RUSM receipt of USMLE^® Step 1 score;

shall be awarded an additional $30,000 in scholarships to be equally distributed between clinical science semesters six (6) through ten (10) as denoted by student’s clinical science semester designation.

The escalators defined above are stackable with each other and with the initial scholarship award to produce a maximum award of $100,000.

Continued Academic Milestone (Escalator) Award Eligibility:

• Students on an approved absence may retain eligibility for the award and escalators subject to the discretion of the University Dean. If the timeline for meeting the requirements is delayed due to circumstances attributable to RUSM, as determined by the University Dean, the student will not lose eligibility for related Academic Milestone (Escalator) Awards.

The Pathfinder Award at RUSM was created to support and reward students who demonstrate dedication, grit, academic persistence, and strong academic outcomes during their course of study. The initial award offers a scholarship of a minimum of $60,000 over 10 semesters with a maximum scholarship possible of up to $120,000 by achieving key academic milestones (escalators) throughout the MD program. (All amounts in U.S. dollars)

Eligibility:

• Eligibility applies to new students starting in January 2026 and future terms. This scholarship reflects the current award structure.
• Acceptance into RUSM MD program beginning in Semester 1. Successful MERP completers are ineligible for this award.
• Students who are accepted into the RUSM MD program and have met all requirements to secure enrollment through deposit or exemption (e.g., eligible partnership) for their place will be automatically considered for this award; students need not apply for this scholarship.
• This award cannot be combined with other scholarships/grants unless specifically stated. RUSM reserves the right to modify the terms, conditions, and availability of institutional aid at any time and without prior notice. Scholarship availability will be evaluated each session.
• Awards are limited to current open terms and will be granted to eligible students in the order seat deposits or exemptions are received, until all available awards are exhausted.
• Must have an MCAT score of 495 or better.

Initial Award:

• Students meeting these criteria will be reviewed for the scholarship and will initially qualify for $60,000, the minimum level of the Pathfinder Award, structured as follows:
  • $60,000 initial award towards tuition equally distributed between Semesters 1-5 (as defined in the student handbook) and five (5) clinical science semesters ($6,000 per semester across 10 semesters).

Continued Initial Award Eligibility:

• Continuous enrollment in RUSM MD program. Students who repeat a semester will have their initial scholarship paused for the duration of the repeated semester. Subsequent progression to the next semester will result in resumption of the initial award.

Academic Milestone (Escalator) Awards:

1. A student enrolled at RUSM in the Pathfinder Award in Semester 1 AND who earns a grade of 85% or higher for each module through the end of Semester 4 of medical sciences (without failing any single module), shall be awarded an additional $20,000 in scholarships, equally distributed between Semester 5 and five (5) clinical science   semesters.
2. A student enrolled at RUSM in the Pathfinder Award in Semester 1 AND who completes medical sciences in 5 consecutive semesters (without any academic failures) shall be awarded an additional $20,000 in scholarships, to be equally distributed between clinical science semesters six (6) through ten (10) as denoted by student’s clinical science semester designation.
3. A student enrolled at RUSM in the Trailblazers Award in medical science Semester 1 AND who:
   1. Achieves a score of 65 or higher on the first attempt of NBME^® CBSE exam in medical science Semester 5, and
   2. Takes and passes USMLE^® Step 1 on first attempt within 1 semester of completing medical sciences, and
   3. Begins clinical rotations no longer than 60 days after RUSM receipt of USMLE^® Step 1 score;

shall be awarded an additional $20,000 in scholarships to be equally distributed between clinical science semesters six (6) through ten (10) as denoted by student’s clinical science semester designation.

The escalators defined above are stackable with each other and with the initial scholarship award to produce a maximum award of $120,000.

Continued Academic Milestone (Escalator) Award Eligibility:

• Students on an approved absence may retain eligibility for the award and escalators subject to the discretion of the University Dean. If the timeline for meeting the requirements is delayed due to circumstances attributable to RUSM, as determined by the University Dean, the student will not lose eligibility for related Academic Milestone (Escalator) Awards.

This award includes an agreement with participating Partnership Pathways schools and organizations. Eligible individuals may be considered for direct admission to Ross Med or for conditional acceptance through the Medical Education Readiness Program (MERP) or MedOrigin course.

Applicants may be required to include their referral or program affiliation at the time of application and provide supporting documentation, such as a letter of recommendation or proof of participation/employment.

For more details on Partnership Pathways benefits for prospective students, visit our Partnerships page.

Eligibility:

• New incoming first semester students who meet the minimum requirement outlined by school and organization are eligible for review. Minimum requirements vary by partnership.
• Meeting the criteria above ensures a review for the scholarship but does not guarantee a scholarship will be awarded.
• If you have taken your MCAT more than once, we will use your highest score for scholarship consideration.

Partnership Agreement Schools and Organizations:

• Albany State University
• Alcorn State University
• Bethune-Cookman University
• Bishop's University
• Calumet College of St. Joseph
• California State University, Dominguez Hills
• California State University, Fullerton
• Central Methodist University
• Charles R. Drew University
• Cleveland State University
• Fairleigh Dickinson University
• Florida Agricultural and Mechanical (A&M) University
• Florida Memorial University
• Grand Canyon University
• Hampton University
• Larkin University
• Loyola Marymount University
• North Carolina Central University
• Oakwood University
• ProScribe
• Scribe-X
• ScribeAmerica
• Spelman College
• St. Peter’s University
• Tennessee State University
• The Princeton Review Canada
• Tuskegee University
• Universidad del Sagrado Corazón
• University of Puerto Rico (Aguadilla, Arecibo, Bayamon, Carolina, Cayey, Humacao, Mayaguez, Med Science, Ponce, Rio Piedras, and Utuado)
• University of South Florida
• University of Texas at Arlington
• University of Waterloo
• Vida Volunteer
• Washington State University

Scholarship Terms:

Retention of all scholarships and grants requires students to maintain full time, continuous enrollment status and remain in good standing, as defined in RUSM’s Student Handbook – Academic | Academic Standing & Progress. See "General Scholarship and Award Policies" for additional information at the bottom of this page.

The Pioneer Award at RUSM was created to support students in achieving their full potential & career goals, and to reward commitment, academic persistence and strong academic outcomes achieved during their course of study. The initial award offers a scholarship of a minimum of $30,000 over 8 semesters with a maximum scholarship possible of up to $80,000 by achieving key academic milestones throughout the MD program. (All amounts in U.S. dollars)

Eligibility:

• Eligibility applies to new students starting in January 2026 and future terms. This scholarship reflects the current award structure.
• Acceptance into RUSM MD program beginning in Semester 3 . Successful MERP completers are ineligible for this award.
• Students who are accepted into the RUSM MD program and have met all requirements to secure enrollment through deposit or exemption (e.g., eligible partnership) for their place will be automatically considered for this award; students need not apply for this scholarship.
• This award cannot be combined with other scholarships/grants unless specifically stated. RUSM reserves the right to modify the terms, conditions, and availability of institutional aid at any time and without prior notice. Scholarship availability will be evaluated each session.
• Awards are limited to current open terms and will be granted to eligible students in the order seat deposits or exemptions are received, until all available awards are exhausted.
• Must have an MCAT score of 485 or better.

Initial Award:

• Students meeting these criteria will be reviewed for the scholarship and will initially qualify for $30,000, the minimum level of the Pioneer Award, structured as follows:
  • $30,000 initial award towards tuition equally distributed between Semesters 3-5 (as defined in the student handbook) and five (5) clinical science semesters ($3,750 per semester across 8 semesters).

Continued Initial Award Eligibility:

• Continuous enrollment in RUSM MD program. Students who repeat a semester will have their initial scholarship paused for the duration of the repeated semester. Subsequent progression to the next semester will result in resumption of the initial award.

Academic Milestone (Escalator) Awards:

1. A student enrolled at RUSM in the Pioneer Award in Semester 1 AND who completes medical sciences in no more than 6 consecutive semesters, with 1 semester repeat allowed, shall be awarded an additional $20,000 in scholarships, to be equally distributed between the clinical semesters six through ten as denoted by student’s clinical sciences semester designation.
2. A student enrolled at RUSM in the Pioneer Award in medical science Semester 1 AND who:
   1. Achieves a score of 65 or higher on the first attempt of NBME^® CBSE exam in medical science Semester 5, and
   2. Takes and passes USMLE^® Step 1 on first attempt within 1 semester of completing medical sciences, and
   3. Begins clinical rotations no longer than 60 days after RUSM receipt of USMLE^® Step 1 score;

shall be awarded an additional $30,000 in scholarships to be equally distributed between clinical science semesters six (6) through ten (10) as denoted by student’s clinical science semester designation.

The escalators defined above are stackable with each other and with the initial scholarship award to produce a maximum award of $80,000.

Continued Academic Milestone (Escalator) Award Eligibility:

• Students on an approved absence may retain eligibility for the award and escalators subject to the discretion of the University Dean. If the timeline for meeting the requirements is delayed due to circumstances attributable to RUSM, as determined by the University Dean, the student will not lose eligibility for related Academic Milestone (Escalator) Awards.

The Summit Award at RUSM was created to support and reward students who demonstrate dedication, grit, academic persistence, and high academic outcomes during their course of study. The initial award offers a scholarship of a minimum of $75,000 over 10 semesters with a maximum scholarship possible of up to $150,000 by achieving key academic milestones throughout the MD program. (All amounts in U.S. dollars)

Eligibility:

• Eligibility applies to new students starting in January 2026 and future terms. This scholarship reflects the current award structure.
• Acceptance into RUSM MD program beginning in Semester 1. Successful MERP completers are ineligible for this award.
• Students who are accepted into the RUSM MD program and have met all requirements to secure enrollment through deposit or exemption (e.g., eligible partnership) for their place will be automatically considered for this award; students need not apply for this scholarship.
• This award cannot be combined with other scholarships/grants unless specifically stated. RUSM reserves the right to modify the terms, conditions, and availability of institutional aid at any time and without prior notice. Scholarship availability will be evaluated each session.
• Awards are limited to current open terms and will be granted to eligible students in the order seat deposits or exemptions are received, until all available awards are exhausted.
• Must have an MCAT score of 500 or better.

Initial Award:

• Students meeting these criteria will be reviewed for the scholarship and will initially qualify for $75,000, the minimum level of the Summit Award, structured as follows:
  • $75,000 initial award towards tuition equally distributed between Semesters 1-5 (as defined in the student handbook) and five (5) clinical science semesters ($7,500 per semester across 10 semesters).

Continued Initial Award Eligibility:

• Continuous enrollment in RUSM MD program. Students who repeat a semester will have their initial scholarship paused for the duration of the repeated semester. Subsequent progression to the next semester will result in resumption of the initial award.

Academic Milestone (Escalator) Awards:

1. A student enrolled at RUSM in the Summit Award in Semester 1 AND who earns a grade of 85% or higher for each module through the end of Semester 4 of medical sciences (without failing any single module), shall be awarded an additional $25,000 in scholarships, equally distributed between Semester 5 and five (5) clinical science semesters.
2. A student enrolled at RUSM in the Summit Award in Semester 1 AND who completes medical sciences in 5 consecutive semesters (without any academic failures) shall be awarded an additional $25,000 in scholarships, to be equally distributed between clinical science semesters six (6) through ten (10) as denoted by student’s clinical science semester designation.
3. A student enrolled at RUSM in the Summit Award in medical science Semester 1 AND who:
   1. Achieves a score of 65 or higher on the first attempt of NBME^® CBSE exam in medical science Semester 5, and
   2. Takes and passes USMLE^® Step 1 on first attempt within 1 semester of completing medical sciences, and
   3. Begins clinical rotations no longer than 60 days after RUSM receipt of USMLE^® Step 1 score;

shall be awarded an additional $25,000 in scholarships to be equally distributed between clinical science semesters six (6) through ten (10) as denoted by student’s clinical science semester designation.

The escalators defined above are stackable with each other and with the initial scholarship award to produce a maximum award of $150,000.

Continued Academic Milestone (Escalator) Award Eligibility:

• Students on an approved absence may retain eligibility for the award and escalators subject to the discretion of the University Dean. If the timeline for meeting the requirements is delayed due to circumstances attributable to RUSM, as determined by the University Dean, the student will not lose eligibility for related Academic Milestone (Escalator) Awards.

The RUSM Origin Advance Award was created to support and reward completing MedOrigin with a passing score and progressing into RUSM MD Semester 1 coursework. The initial award offers a scholarship of up to $60,000 over 8 semesters by achieving key academic milestones through the MD program. A minimum of $35,000 will be awarded.

Initial Award Eligibility:

• Awarded to students successfully completing MedOrigin.
• Complete MedOrigin with a passing score. Progress into RUSM MD Semester 1 coursework. Students who are accepted into the RUSM MD program and have met all requirements to secure enrollment through deposit or exemption (e.g., eligible partnership) for their place will be automatically considered for this award; students need not apply for this scholarship.
• This award cannot be combined with other scholarships/grants unless otherwise allowed by other scholarship/grant criteria. RUSM reserves the right to modify the terms, conditions, and availability of institutional aid at any time and without prior notice. Scholarship availability will be evaluated each session. Successful MERP completers are ineligible for this award.
• Students meeting these criteria will be reviewed for the scholarship and will initially qualify for $35,000, the minimum level of the Origin Advancer Award, structured as follows:
• $35,000 initial award towards tuition equally distributed between Semesters 3-5 (as defined in the student handbook) and five (5) clinical science semesters ($4,375 per semester across 8 semesters).

Continued Initial Award Eligibility:

• Continuous enrollment in RUSM MD program. Students who repeat a semester will have their initial scholarship paused for the duration of the repeated semester. Subsequent progression to the next semester will result in the resumption of the initial award.

Academic Milestone (Escalator) Awards:

1. A student enrolled at RUSM in the Origin Advancer Award in Semester 1 AND who completes medical sciences in no more than 6 consecutive semesters, with 1 semester repeat allowed, shall be awarded an additional $10,000 in scholarships, to be equally distributed between the clinical science semesters six (6) through ten (10) as denoted by student’s clinical sciences semester designation.
2. A student enrolled at RUSM in the Origin Advancer Award in medical science Semester 1 AND who:
   1. Achieves a score of 65 or higher on the first attempt of NBME® CBSE exam in medical science Semester 5, and
   2. Takes and passes USMLE® Step 1 on first attempt within 1 semester of completing medical sciences, and
   3. Begins clinical rotations no longer than 60 days after RUSM receipt of USMLE® Step 1 score;

shall be awarded an additional $15,000 in scholarships to be equally distributed between clinical science semesters six (6) through ten (10) as denoted by student’s clinical science semester designation.

The escalators defined above are stackable with each other and with the initial scholarship award to produce a maximum award of $60,000.

Continued Academic Milestone (Escalator) Award Eligibility:

• Students on an approved absence may retain eligibility for the award and escalators subject to the discretion of the University Dean. If the timeline for meeting the requirements is delayed due to circumstances attributable to RUSM, as determined by the University Dean, the student will not lose eligibility for related Academic Milestone (Escalator) Awards.

The Welcome to Success grant at RUSM was created to support Pre-Step 1 clinical transfer students in their preparation for and success in taking the USMLE® Step 1 and beginning their clinical rotations. The grant offers a minimum of $19,750 with a maximum of $34,750 possible by achieving key academic milestones. (All amounts in U.S. dollars)

Eligibility:

• Pre-Step 1 clinical transfer students to RUSM (who completed medical sciences at a school other than RUSM) who have been accepted into the MD program and have paid a deposit and are registered for the September 2025 Clinical Reasoning Capstone (“CRC”) Elective .
• Students registered for the CRC will receive this grant at the minimum level of $19,750 structured as follows:
  • $15,000 in tuition discount applicable toward tuition costs for the CRC.
  • Accommodation in RUSM campus housing (in the Villages at Coverley) for any assigned tier for the CRC (up to 15 weeks), with an approximate value of $4,000.
  • The housing grant is applicable only within RUSM campus housing at the Villages of Coverley and is non-transferable.
  • A non-transferable flight credit of $750.

Grant Escalator:

1. A student enrolled in RUSM’s CRC with the Welcome to Success grant AND who:
   1. Completes CRC, passes the CBSE with a score of 63 or higher, and
   2. Takes and passes USMLE® Step 1 on first attempt within one (1) semester of completing CRC, and
   3. Begins clinical rotations no longer than 90 days after RUSM receipt of USMLE® Step 1 score; 

shall be awarded an additional $15,000 in grants to be equally distributed between clinical science semesters six (6) through ten (10) as denoted by student’s clinical science semester designation.

The escalator defined above is stackable with the minimum grant to produce a maximum grant of $34,750.

The Step UP to Success grant at RUSM was created to support Pre-Step 1 students in their preparation for and success in taking the USMLE_^® Step 1 and beginning their clinical rotations. The grant offers a minimum of $19,000 with a maximum of $34,000 possible by achieving key academic milestones. (All amounts in U.S. dollars)

Eligibility:

• Pre-Step 1 students who completed medical sciences with RUSM and are registered for the January 2026 Clinical Reasoning Capstone (“CRC”) Elective. Students with a Med Science course grade of incomplete “I” are not eligible for the grant.
• Students registered for the January 2026 CRC will receive this grant at the minimum level of $19,000 structured as follows:
  • $15,000 in tuition discount applicable toward tuition costs for the January 2026 CRC.
  • Accommodation in RUSM campus housing (in the Villages at Coverley) for any assigned tier for the January 2026 CRC (up to 15 weeks), with a value of not less than $4,000.
  • The housing grant is applicable only within RUSM campus housing at the Villages of Coverley and is non-transferable.

Grant Escalator:

1. A student enrolled in RUSM’s CRC with the Step UP to Success grant AND who:

   1. Completes CRC, passes the CBSE* administered in CRC with a score of 63 or higher, and

      *When the CBSE is not available, an alternative exam will be provided by RUSM with a minimum passing score (MPS) published in the CRC syllabus.

   2. Takes and passes the USMLE Step 1 on the first attempt, after passing CRC, within two (2) semesters of completing CRC, and
   3. Begins clinical rotations no longer than 90 days after RUSM receipt of USMLE Step 1 score; 

shall be awarded an additional $15,000 in grants to be equally distributed between clinical science semesters six (6) through ten (10) as denoted by student’s clinical science semester designation.

The escalator defined above is stackable with the minimum grant to produce a maximum grant of $34,000.

MedOrigin is designed to seamlessly integrate core medical school concepts with targeted study strategies, offering students an opportunity to enhance their academic skills in the context of foundational medical education. Offered prior to the first semester and on island, the course emphasizes both cognitive and non-cognitive factors critical to the successful completion of medical school.

Initial Award Eligibility:

• Any RUSM applicant who has been selected for the Medical Education Readiness Program (MERP) may be given the option by the Admissions Committee to instead enroll in and successfully complete the MedOrigin course as a condition of their progression into the semester 1 MD curriculum.  The MedOrigin course may be subject to enrollment limitations. 
• Students who are accepted into the MedOrigin course and have met all requirements to secure enrollment through deposit or exemption (e.g., ) for their place will be automatically considered for this award; students need not apply for this scholarship.
• This award cannot be combined with other scholarships/grants unless otherwise allowed by other scholarship/grant criteria.
• Students meeting these criteria will be reviewed for the scholarship and will qualify as follows:
• Students with a US country of residence will receive a 30% scholarship of MedOrigin course tuition and administrative fees
  • Tuition + Admin Fee x 30% = U.S. MedOrigin Award
  • ($25,305 + $6,393) x 30% = $9,509
• Students with a country of residence outside of the US will receive a 50% scholarship of MedOrigin course tuition and administrative fees
  • Tuition + Admin Fee x 50% = Non-U.S. MedOrigin Award
  • ($25,305 + $6,393) x 50% = $15,849

For Medical Sciences, the grant reduces tuition and administrative fees to $20,000 per semester, along with a credit covering campus housing (in the Villages at Coverley) for any assigned tier, with an approximate value of $21,000. For Clinical Sciences, the grant reduces the tuition and administrative fees for all required clinical weeks to $100,000 across all semesters.
 

General Eligibility:

Individuals must complete the Advanced Medical Preparation (AMP) program and all medical program pre-requisites through the Seshadripuram Academy for Global Excellence (SAGE), and be accepted into the RUSM MD program in any semester from September 2025 through September 2026.

Initial Award Eligibility:

• Students must have successfully completed both the AMP program and the medical program prerequisites through SAGE before being accepted into Semester 1 of RUSM’s MD program. Clinical transfer students and graduates of the Medical Education Readiness Program (MERP) are ineligible for this award.
• Students who have met all requirements to secure RUSM enrollment will be automatically considered for this award. Students need not apply for this grant.
• This award cannot be combined with any other scholarship or grant.
• RUSM reserves the right to modify the terms, conditions, and availability of institutional aid at any time and without prior notice.
• There are no citizenship requirements. U.S. citizens or permanent residents are eligible if they meet all grant requirements.
• For the Medical Sciences portion of the program, the grant reduces the tuition and administrative fees (excluding the educational technology fee and health insurance fee) to $20,000 per semester. In addition, students will receive a credit covering campus housing (in the Villages at Coverley) for any assigned tier for a maximum of five Medical Sciences semesters, with an approximate value of $21,000.
• For the Clinical Sciences portion of the program, the grant reduces the tuition and administrative fees for initial registrations in required clinical weeks to $100,000 across all clinical clerkships. After $100,000 is reached, the grant would reduce tuition and administrative fees to $0 for any additional required clinical clerkships.

Continuing Award Eligibility

• Grant recipients must remain actively enrolled with RUSM to maintain eligibility. Students who are not registered for more than a year and are required to reapply for admission may no longer be eligible or may be subject to new terms and conditions.
• Dismissal or withdrawal may result in forfeiture of remaining awards.
• For Medical Sciences, students will continue receiving the grant covering tuition and administrative fees for any semester that must be repeated.
• The housing credit applies only to housing during Medical Sciences semesters and is non-transferable toward tuition or fees. The grant covers the cost of RUSM Housing (in the Villages of Coverley) for any assigned tier for a maximum of five Medical Sciences semesters. The award does not cover housing costs for any repeated semester or any Clinical Sciences semester.
• For Clinical Sciences, the grant does not cover repeated clinical clerkships or any optional clinical clerkships not required for graduation.

Total award starting at $131,210 USD: $110,000 USD off your tuition, equally distributed over 10 semesters beginning with Semester 1 of the MD program, plus a housing grant starting at $21,210 USD for up to five semesters who meet eligibility requirements.

Eligibility:

• Provide evidence of graduation at a Canadian undergraduate university. A Canadian university is defined as: Any accredited university within Canada.
• Incoming first-semester students
• Students need not apply for this scholarship. It cannot be combined with other institutional scholarships or grants unless explicitly stated in the award terms. Medical Education Readiness Program students advancing to RUSM for the first semester are eligible.
• Meeting the criteria above ensures a review for the scholarship but does not guarantee a scholarship will be awarded. RUSM reserves the right to modify the terms, conditions, and availability of institutional aid at any time without prior notice. Scholarship availability will be evaluated each session. This scholarship and housing grant are non-transferable.

Scholarship Terms:

Retention of all scholarships and grants requires students to maintain full time, continuous enrollment status and remain in good standing, as defined in RUSM’s Student Handbook – Academic | Academic Standing & Progress. See "General Scholarship and Award Policies" for additional information at the bottom of this page.

Total award starting at $131,210 USD: $110,000 USD off your tuition, equally distributed over 10 semesters beginning with Semester 1 of the MD program, plus a housing grant starting at $21,210 USD for up to five semesters who meet eligibility requirements.
 

Eligibility:

• Provide evidence of graduation at an international undergraduate university OR any accredited university outside of the student’s home country. An international university is defined as: Any accredited university outside of Canada, the United States and Puerto Rico.
• Incoming first-semester students
• Students do not need to apply for this scholarship and this scholarship can be awarded with most other scholarships/grants.
• Medical Education Readiness Program students advancing to RUSM for the first semester.
• It is not awarded to students who receive the Medical Education Readiness Award, Canadian Scholars Award, or Ross Scholar Award.

Scholarship Terms:

Retention of all scholarships and grants requires students to maintain full time, continuous enrollment status and remain in good standing, as defined in RUSM’s Student Handbook – Academic | Academic Standing & Progress. See "General Scholarship and Award Policies" for additional information at the bottom of this page.

The Medical Education Scholar Award is awarded to students who have excelled academically during the Medical Education Readiness Program (MERP). Total award amount of $17,000, $25,000, or $35,000 equally distributed over eight semesters, beginning with RUSM MD Program’s 3rd academic semester. (All amounts in U.S. dollars.)
 

Eligibility:

• New incoming first semester students who meet the minimum requirement outlined below are eligible for review:
  • Successfully complete the MERP Program with an overall grade ≥ 75%
    • Actual award amount determined by MERP overall grade as follows: 75-79% $17k; 80-84% $25k; 85%+ $35k
• HBCU/HSI applicants who successfully complete MERP may be offered all HBCU/HSI School Partnership benefits.
• Meeting the criteria above ensures a review for the scholarship but does not guarantee a scholarship will be awarded.

Scholarship Terms:

Retention of all scholarships and grants requires students to maintain full time, continuous enrollment status and remain in good standing, as defined in RUSM’s Student Handbook – Academic | Academic Standing & Progress. See "General Scholarship and Award Policies" for additional information at the bottom of this page.