2026 Dr. Sherket B. Peterson Scholarship

The Dr. Sherket B. Peterson Scholarship for Research & Innovation provides a $3,000 award and one year of mentorship to SHPEP, SMDEP, SMEP, and MMEP alums committed to advancing health research or innovation. With the support of the ADEAGies Foundation and the Summer Health Professions Education Program, one student will receive a $3,000 award and one year of mentorship with Dr. Sherket B. Peterson, PhD.

Application Open: May 15, 2026
Application Deadline: June 15, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET
Finalist Interviews: July 27, 2026 (required if selected as a finalist)

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For more information, visit the Dr. Sherket B. Peterson Scholarship page or email Shpep@aamc.org.