Rheumatology Scholarship – Undergraduate Students and Post-Baccalaureate Training

There is an urgent need to expand the rheumatology workforce, including physicians, physician-scientists, research scientists and other professionals. As part of our Choose Rheumatology program, the Foundation encourages students and residents to explore a career in rheumatology. The purpose of this scholarship is to expose undergraduate students, or those in post-baccalaureate training, to rheumatology research and medicine by supporting their in-person attendance at the premier rheumatology meeting.

Recipients of the scholarship will have the ability to attend ACR Convergence 2025, the world’s premier rheumatology experience. Participation at this meeting will introduce recipients to the specialty of rheumatology and rheumatology-related health care in order to better serve patients with rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases. Awardees will be invited to attend several invite-only networking and learning opportunities with other students and residents, as well as leaders in the rheumatology community. This includes:

• Invitation to the Foundation’s award recipient’s luncheon.
• Attendance at an exclusive half-day Choose Rheumatology event (see below).

Award Amount: $2,000 for travel expenses, complimentary registration to ACR Convergence 2025, plus a one-year ACR/ARP membership

ACR Convergence _(October 24 - 29th in Chicago, IL)_

The meeting features the latest innovations, science, clinical and business best practices in rheumatology. Attendees will get first-hand access to the latest discoveries and research transforming rheumatic disease care, as well as clinical applications that will improve the health of patients. Attendance is an opportunity to experience personalized learning and networking that allows attendees to expand their knowledge and to develop new areas of interest and focus within rheumatology. For more information about ACR Convergence check out ACR Convergence 2025.

Choose Rheumatology Experience

The event will take place during ACR Convergence and involves a breakfast and introductory educational session followed by an opportunity for students and residents to network with rheumatology fellows-in-training, subject matter experts, and other rheumatology professionals. Additional details will be provided at a later time

Eligibility

_You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website._

• All award recipients must abide by Foundation Awards and Grants Policies at all times.
• The applicant must be a currently enrolled undergraduate student or completing post-baccalaureate training at a U.S. based institution