PCLP Application Information - National Medical Fellowships, Inc.

The application cycle for the 2013 GE-NMF Primary Care Leadership Program is now closed.

GE-NMF PCLP provides medical, nursing and physician assistant students a valuable opportunity to examine firsthand primary healthcare in key areas of the US. This program enhances traditional instruction of future physicians and health professionals by exposing students to the rewards and challenges of working in medically underserved communities. The overall mission of PCLP is to increase capacity in primary care services across the US by growing a pipeline of healthcare professionals.

The innovative PCLP scholarship provides a summer service-learning opportunity of 200 hours (6-8 weeks) at community health centers (CHCs) in Phoenix AZ, Los Angeles CA, Jackson MS, Nashville TN, Mobile AL, W. Memphis AR, Orlando FL, and San Antonio TX.

Scholars actively engage in healthcare services, leadership training and conduct a site-specific independent project. Scholars are plugged into a broad network of individuals representing national, regional and local medical associations, primary care-related organizations, academic institutions, NMF alumni, and program advisors.

PCLP Medical Scholars with Medical Director of Medical Management of AltaMed

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The application cycle for 2013 GE-NMF Primary Care Leadership Program is now closed. Please contact us if you are interested in applying to the program.

Visit Eligibility & Selection Criteria for information on eligibility, selection and number of awards.

Complete application guidelines and requirements are listed below. For more information, visit Frequently Asked Questions for Applicants.

Application Procedure

Please complete the entire form and include all uploads and attachments as required. Applicants must submit information in all required fields or the application will not be formally submitted.

Applicants are required to upload the following documents

Verification of Citizenship: All applicants are required to provide proof of citizenship.
- Acceptable forms of proof of citizenship are one of the following:
  - A US birth certificate
  - A current US passport
  - USCIS certificate of naturalization
  - Voter's registration card (accompanied by a picture ID)
Applicant's Tax Return (or W2, 1099 or verification of other income if not filing)
Parents' Tax Return (or W2, 1099 or verification of other income if not filing), applicable to dependent students only.
Financial Aid Transcript: Please click here for form.
Official Letter of Financial Aid Award Offer
Documentation of Loan History (current and undergraduate) from the National Student Loan Data System
Curriculum Vitae/Resume
Short Biography (800 characters): A sample of the short biography is provided here.
Official (current) Professional School Transcript

Applications must also include two letters of recommendation. Applicants will specify the names and contact information for their recommenders. Instructions for submission of letters by recommenders are included during the application process.

Selection Process

The application must be completed in its entirety before it can be officially submitted online.

NMF objectively reviews each of the applications based on the candidate's credentials and financial need. NMF staff conducts the first review of applications. An expert panel also reviews candidates. A rigorous application process ensures that assistance is provided to applicants with the greatest documented need and strongest commitment to primary care and public health.

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