HOW TO APPLY
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Extended Application Deadline: Tuesday, November 28th 11:59PM ET
Review the 2018 Request for Applications document thoroughly before applying for the Paul Ambrose Scholars Program. All applicants are required to complete the Online Application Form.
Only complete and eligible applications will be reviewed. Creating an account will enable you to partially fill the form and return to it later to complete and submit. Without an account the applicant will have to complete and submit the form in one session.
Only candidates who can commit to attending each symposium day in full (April 9-10, 2018 in Philadelphia, PA) at the applicable registration fee rate should apply. The event will begin by 7:00am on Monday, April 9th and will end by 3:00pm on Tuesday, April 10th.
Only complete and eligible applications will be reviewed. Creating an account will enable you to partially fill the form and return to it later to complete and submit. Without an account the applicant will have to complete and submit the form in one session.
Only candidates who can commit to attending each symposium day in full (April 9-10, 2018 in Philadelphia, PA) at the applicable registration fee rate should apply. The event will begin by 7:00am on Monday, April 9th and will end by 3:00pm on Tuesday, April 10th.
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Eligibility Applicants must be students in one of the following areas of graduate study at an accredited institution within the United States:
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Selected Scholars will be required to:
- Answer knowledge assessment questions
- Watch two 1-hour video prior to symposium sessions
- Participant in all sessions of the symposium
- Plan, implement, and evaluate a local community health project
- Submit a final program report and evaluation for APTR to review for certification
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a template for the Letter of Commitment (LOC)?
There is no standard format or template for the letter of commitment for the application. It should be written on department letterhead and signed and dated by the project mentor.
Can the Letter of Recommendation (LOR) come from my project mentor?
Yes, you can have the same person that you identify as your mentor also provide your letter of recommendation.
Who should the application materials (LOR and LOC) be addressed to?
The application materials can be addressed to "Scholar Selection Committee".
I applied to the program in the past, do I have to re-apply?
Yes, only materials uploaded to this year's online application will be submitted for review.
I would like to submit an application with my classmate, is it possible to submit one application as a team?
Scholars are selected on an individual basis and we currently do not support team applications. All group members could apply to the program individually but we can not guarantee acceptance of all team members into the program.
How will selected candidates be notified?
All applicants who complete the online application form will receive notifications about their application status by email.
IS THERE FUNDING PROVIDED TO SCHOLARS?
No funding is available to support scholars. Selected students are encouraged to work with their academic institutions to help sponsor their registration fee and travel costs.
What is the Role of the Mentor?
Students are required to enlist the guidance of a mentor who has previous knowledge and interest in prevention and public health to facilitate the development and implementation of the project. Applicants should approach and obtain commitment from their potential project mentor prior to application submission.
Mentor responsibilities include, but are not limited to: answering questions on IRB process, providing professional guidance on project design, contributing professional public health and prevention knowledge to project development, etc.
• A signed Letter of Commitment from your mentor is required as a part of the application.
Mentor responsibilities include, but are not limited to: answering questions on IRB process, providing professional guidance on project design, contributing professional public health and prevention knowledge to project development, etc.
• A signed Letter of Commitment from your mentor is required as a part of the application.
How are applications revieweD?
APTR will examine all applications for completeness and eligibility. Each application will be objectively reviewed by a committee comprised of faculty, health professionals, and past Ambrose Scholars.
The review is based on the applicant's statement of interest, credentials and experience, project proposal, and recommendation letter. Reviewers will be asked to consider the following criteria during the review process:
The review is based on the applicant's statement of interest, credentials and experience, project proposal, and recommendation letter. Reviewers will be asked to consider the following criteria during the review process:
- Writing Style: proper use of grammar, punctuation and syntax
- Focus of Essay: concise and coherent
- Project Concept and Impact
- Volunteerism: commitment to public service and community
- Experience related to prevention or public health