MERIT Health Leadership Academy Scholars Program

A three-year program run by MERIT Health Leadership Academy at CollegeBound Foundation for Baltimore City public high school sophomores interested in health careers. Scholars attend Saturday classes during the school year, complete paid summer internships in hospitals and labs, and receive mentorship and college admissions guidance, including a sophomore trip to visit colleges. Applicants need an unweighted GPA of at least 3.0.

Offered by MERIT Health Leadership Academy at CollegeBound Foundation. Fellowship for high school students in Baltimore, Maryland, USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Stipend. Grades 10–10. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.

Fields: Medicine, STEM, Biology

Key facts

Who can apply: High school students in grade 10. It takes place in person in Baltimore, Maryland.
Cost: Free to take part, and it pays a stipend or award.
Dates: No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Info checked October 2026.

Questions about MERIT Health Leadership Academy Scholars Program

When is the MERIT Health Leadership Academy Scholars Program deadline?

No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Is MERIT Health Leadership Academy Scholars Program free?

Yes, and it pays participants a stipend or award.

Who can apply to MERIT Health Leadership Academy Scholars Program?

High school students in grade 10. It takes place in person in Baltimore, Maryland. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

Official program page

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