Iowa Physician Assistant Society Scholarship

Scholarship Sponsored by Iowa Physician Assistant Society

The IPAS Annual Scholarships are granted to meritorious students who are currently enrolled in a recognized in-state Physician Assistant Program. The scholarships are awarded based on a set of specific selection criteria.

Each applicant's submission is evaluated based on a range of criteria. A point system is utilized to allocate the five scholarships after the Scholarship Committee has thoroughly reviewed all applications.

• Applicants should be actively enrolled in a recognized in-state Physician Assistant Program.
• Applicants should have an exceptional academic record from their undergraduate studies.
• Applicants should exhibit strong leadership skills, a comprehensive understanding of the Physician Assistant concept, and maintain a high level of professionalism.

The application for the scholarship should include:

• A fully filled out scholarship application form
• A photocopy of the official transcript(s) from the applicant's previous college/university.
• A one-page narrative that includes any additional information the applicant believes will assist the committee in making their decision.
• The applications are assessed based on the following categories:
• Leadership skills
• Participation in school and community activities
• Prior medical experience, training, and community involvement
• Academic Achievement
• Transcripts, GPA, and previous degrees

Understanding of the PA Concept

• Drive, motivation, and commitment to the profession
• Active participation in student, civic, and professional organizations

The IPAS Annual Scholarships are granted to deserving students who are currently enrolled in a recognized in-state Physician Assistant Program. The scholarship recipients will receive $1,000 based on the selection criteria.

The applications are evaluated based on a set of criteria. A point system is used to allocate the three scholarships after the Scholarship Committee has reviewed all applications.

• Applicants should be actively enrolled in a recognized in-state Physician Assistant Program.
• Applicants should have an exceptional academic record from their undergraduate studies.
• Applicants should exhibit strong leadership skills, a comprehensive understanding of the Physician Assistant concept, and maintain a high level of professionalism.
• The scholarship recipients can use the funds in a manner they deem most beneficial.
• The application for the scholarship should include:
• A fully filled out scholarship application form
• A photocopy of the official transcript(s) from the applicant's previous college/university.
• A one-page narrative that includes any additional information the applicant believes will assist the committee in making their decision.
• The applications are assessed based on the following:
• Leadership skills (Maximum 20 points)
• Participation in school and community activities
• Professionalism (Maximum 20 points)
• Prior medical experience, training, and community involvement
• Academic Achievement (Maximum 20 points)
• Transcripts, GPA, and previous degrees
• Understanding of the PA Concept (Maximum 20 points)
• Drive, motivation, and commitment to the profession
• Active participation (Maximum 15 points)
• Active participation in student, civic, and professional organizations

Other Intangibles (Maximum 5 points)

Total Maximum Points Per Applicant Package: 100 Points