Graduate students are invited to apply for a $1,000 scholarship in the College of Public Health’s Maternal and Child Health (MCH) program for the Spring 2026 semester. Fill out the application by January 5, 2026 to be considered.

 Eligible students include those who:

• Have a genuine interest in emerging public health issues as they relate to maternal and child health. 
• Are currently enrolled in a MS, MPH, or PhD program in the College of Public Health.
• Agree to participate in monthly MCH Student Interest Group meetings. 
• Are citizens or non-citizen nationals of the United States or have been lawfully admitted for permanent residence, as evidenced by a currently valid Permanent Resident Card [USCIS Form I-551] or other legal verification of such status.

Priority will be given to interested students who complete the application by Monday, January 5th, 2026. If you have any questions about the application, please contact Sylvia Ayieko at sylvia-ayieko@uiowa.edu. Recipients will be selected based on their interest in the MCH program and relevant experience.