The deadline to apply for the Alfred D. Gilchrist Student Leader Scholarship is April 5. Click here to download the application packet. Return the completed application to kate_alfano@cms.org by April 5, 2024.

The Alfred D. Gilchrist Student Leader Scholarship Foundation was established in 2020 to honor the namesake’s 40-year career of physician advocacy. Mr. Gilchrist is the former CMS CEO. In its inaugural year the Foundation awarded five scholarships totaling $7,000. There were two awardees in 2023; each received $5,000.
 
Third- and fourth-year medical students who have demonstrated a significant leadership contribution to organized medicine are eligible for a scholarship award. Previous awardees are not eligible. Preference will be given to students who are active with CMS or a Colorado component medical society. Full criteria can be found in the application packet.
 
This scholarship rewards students who desire to expand their future reach and influence to create better health and healthier communities. Scholarships will be awarded in May/June 2024.

If you have any questions, please contact Kate Alfano at kate_alfano@cms.org.