Scholarships for Graduate Professional Students

Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) has an established scholarship fund, which offers yearly scholarship awards based on academic performance. Funding varies each year and is dependent upon fundraising efforts by the LECOM community. Funds raised are matched annually by the LECOM Board of Directors. Over $4 million dollars has been awarded to LECOM students who apply and meet the qualifications.

Examples of fundraising include:

  • Annual LECOM Scholarship Auction in Erie
  • Annual LECOM Scholarship Gala in Bradenton
  • Annual LECOM Casino Night Scholarship Fundraiser in Elmira
  • LECOM Virtual 5K
  • LECOM Art Auction
  • LECOM Golf Tournament
  • Other advertised local LECOM scholarship raffles and events

Students are welcome to participate in these activities as part of their volunteer service.

Tuition Assistance Scholarship Opportunities

National Health Service Corps (NHSC)

Students pursuing a career in primary health care are eligible to receive funding for their education in exchange for practicing in rural, urban, and frontier communities with limited access to care, upon graduation and licensure.

Eligible disciplines include:

  • Primary Care Physicians (MD or DO)
  • Dentists (DDS or DMD)
  • Family Nurse Practitioners (NP)
  • Certified Nurse-Midwife (CNM)
  • Primary Care Physician Assistant (PA)

A service commitment is required (2-year minimum and 4-year maximum) in exchange for funding to cover tuition, required fees, and reasonable educational costs.

Health Professions Scholarship Program (HPSP)

The HPSP (Health Professions Scholarship Program) is a scholarship program offered by the military branches (Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marine Corps) to cover the cost of medical, dental, and other health-related education, in exchange for a future active-duty commitment. Essentially, it’s a way for individuals to get their professional education paid for, while also committing to serve in the military as a healthcare professional.

Other External Scholarships

Medical Students:

Pharmacy Students:

Dental Students:

Podiatry Students: