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2026 ILMA-DMV Clinical or Research Elective Scholarship Application

ILMA USA
2026 ILMA-DMV Clinical or Research Elective Scholarship Application

The ILMA-DMV (International Lebanese Medical Association – DC, Maryland, Virginia Chapter) is pleased to support Lebanese medical students through this scholarship initiative.

We are offering a $5,000 scholarship to support Lebanese medical students pursuing clinical or research elective experiences in the United States. This program is designed to foster academic growth, international clinical exposure, and professional development.

A total of 6 scholarships will be awarded.
Application Deadline: May 30, 2026

– Eligibility Criteria: Applicants must meet the following requirements:

Be a Lebanese medical student currently enrolled in an accredited medical school in Lebanon
Have successfully completed core clinical rotations (for clinical electives) or have relevant academic standing (for research electives)
Have secured acceptance or an official invitation for a clinical or research elective in the United States
Demonstrate financial need
Commit to submitting a brief report following completion of the elective experience.

-Required Application Materials: Applicants must submit the following documents:

Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Official Medical School Transcript
Personal Statement (500–700 words)
• Describe your motivation for pursuing a U.S. clinical or research elective
• Outline your career goals and how this experience will contribute to your development
Proof of Clinical or Research Elective Acceptance:
• Acceptance letter or confirmation of application submission
Two Letters of Recommendation
• Preferably from clinical faculty, research mentors, or supervisors
Financial Need Statement
• Provide a clear explanation of your financial circumstances and need for support

-Post-Elective Requirement: Scholarship recipients are required to submit a short report summarizing their elective experience, including clinical exposure, key learnings, and how the experience contributed to their professional growth.

ILMA-DMV Clinical or Research Elective Scholarship 2026

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Personal Information

Full Name: *

Email Address: *

Phone Number *

Name of Medical School *

Medical School Graduation Year: *

Current Year (circle one): *

Med 3
Med 4
PGY 1 and Hospital Name

Hospital Name (if PGY-1): *

Specialty (if PGY-1): *

Academic Information

Class Rank: *

Have you taken Step 1? *

Have you taken Step 2? *

Have you taken Step 3? *

Scholarship History

Have you received any scholarship from ILMA in the past? *

Elective Details (Clinical or Research)

Please provide brief and concise answers in the fields below. No detailed explanations are required.

Which hospital, institution, or program will you be completing your clinical or research elective in? *

Which specialty or research field will your elective be in? *

in? Acceptance Which

What is the name of your supervising physician, mentor, or research advisor? *

What are the tentative dates for your elective? *

Additional Information

Do you already have a visa or US citizenship? *

If yes, please specify: *

(e.g., U.S. citizen, Green Card, B1/B2 visa, J1, etc.)

Required Application Documents

Please upload each document separately and name your files as follows: CV – [Full Name], Transcript – [Full Name], Personal Statement – [Full Name], etc.

Curriculum Vitae (CV) Upload *