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Richard D. and Yvonne W. Ruffin Family Scholarship

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About the Scholarship

Opens: 1/1/2024
Closes: 3/22/2024

The Richard D. and Yvonne W. Ruffin Family Scholarship support disadvantaged African-American students from Ohio. Students who are officially enrolled in Meharry Medical College School of Medicine and have demonstrated a strong commitment to their community are welcome to apply. This scholarship was established to honor Dr. Richard Ruffin.

Award Amount Varies
  • Essay Required: No
  • Need-Based: Yes
  • Merit-Based: No
Requirements
  • Resident of Ohio
  • Seeking a medical degree at Meharry Medical College School of Medicine
  • African American
  • Exhibit strong moral character and a commitment to the community
  • Overcame adversity
  • Considered disadvantaged because of income level, singleparent household, and/or first generation to attend college
  • Demonstrate financial need
  • Details

    Pursued Degree Level
    Doctor of Medicine
    Location
    • Country: US
    • State: OH
    Current School
    Meharry Medical College
    Situation
    Child of Single Parent, First-Generation College Student, Overcame Adversity

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