Graduate Medical Education Scholarship Programs
Scholarship programs
Program overview
Each academic year, two Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University College of Human Medicine in West Michigan resident physicians are accepted into the Health, Education, Access and Leadership Scholars (HEAL) program.
The Health, Education, Access, and Leadership Scholars program is an initiative designed to enhance unity, advocacy, and belonging in the physician workforce in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Following acceptance, HEAL scholars pursue a project centered around leadership, advocacy, and/or community engagement. Each scholar is paired with a dedicated faculty mentor to guide them through their journey. Additionally, scholars take on the role as mentors, providing valuable support and guidance for medical students in the community throughout their time in the program.
Eligibility
Scholars must be matched in one of Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University College of Human Medicine's 3-year primary care residency programs (pediatrics, internal medicine, family medicine) or the emergency medicine residency program. Scholars should have a desire to invest in the West Michigan community and show passion for overcoming obstacles to achieve accessible health and education.
How to apply
Applications are now closed for the 2025-26 academic year. Applications are accepted each year until May 1, after medical students have matched in an eligible program with Corewell Health in West Michigan.
Program overview
Each academic year, two Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University College of Human Medicine in West Michigan resident physicians are accepted into the Health, Education, Access and Leadership Scholars (HEAL) program.
The Health, Education, Access, and Leadership Scholars program is an initiative designed to enhance unity, advocacy, and belonging in the physician workforce in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Following acceptance, HEAL scholars pursue a project centered around leadership, advocacy, and/or community engagement. Each scholar is paired with a dedicated faculty mentor to guide them through their journey. Additionally, scholars take on the role as mentors, providing valuable support and guidance for medical students in the community throughout their time in the program.
Eligibility
Scholars must be matched in one of Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University College of Human Medicine's 3-year primary care residency programs (pediatrics, internal medicine, family medicine) or the emergency medicine residency program. Scholars should have a desire to invest in the West Michigan community and show passion for overcoming obstacles to achieve accessible health and education.
How to apply
Applications are now closed for the 2025-26 academic year. Applications are accepted each year until May 1, after medical students have matched in an eligible program with Corewell Health in West Michigan.
Program overview
The Visiting Scholars Program (VSP) is sponsored by the Office of Medical Education at Corewell Health in West Michigan as a supplement to our visiting learner program for medical students. VSP is a specialized away rotation/sub-internship that provides mentoring and networking for 4th-year medical students each academic year.
The mission of VSP is to enrich medical education, advance research, and strengthen clinical care by fostering accessible opportunities. Corewell Health in West Michigan is committed to creating a graduate medical education environment that prioritizes unity and belonging for all people. We strive to recruit a resident class that reflects the unique perspectives and experiences of our culturally vast communities.
Program highlights
- Scholarship of up to $1,500 scholarship awarded upon completion of rotation
- Four-week rotation on clinical shifts, didactics, and simulation with attending physicians and resident physicians
- Opportunities to attend all residency educational activities
- Mentoring opportunities from faculty member in specialty of interest
Eligibility
Applicants must be full-time fourth-year medical students who are in good standing at an LCME-accredited U.S. medical school.
How to apply
Applications are now closed for the 2025-26 academic year. Applications for the Visiting Scholars Program can be submitted starting April 1 for the upcoming academic year and will be accepted through June 1 or until spots are filled.
To Apply:
Complete the VSLO application and upload all required documents.
Within 5-7 business days, complete the VSP application and attach the required documents.
Once both the VSLO and VSP applications are complete, email your CV/resume to CHWResidentCulture@corewellhealth.org to complete your submission.
Available rotations
Mentoring and networking
VSP scholars are assigned a faculty advisor within their specialty of interest and provided opportunities to network with Corewell Health in West Michigan faculty, attending physicians, residents, fellows, and staff.
Mentoring and networking are designed to:
- Increase awareness of opportunities in academic and community medicine
- Provide access to community members in our workforce and professional relationship-building
- Offer exposure to the residency and fellowship programs available at Corewell Health in West Michigan
Housing
Scholars may elect to secure housing through our partnership with Grand Valley State University. Housing is based on availability. If there is no availability, scholars will be responsible for securing housing during their four-week rotation. Contact CHWResidentCulture@corewellhealth.org if you would like to seek housing through our partnership.