The Department of Urology participates in the University of Iowa Visiting Student Scholars Program, which encourages applications from medical students who are from underrepresented populations as defined by the National Institutes of Health. This program demonstrates the commitment of University of Iowa Health Care to diversify the health care workforce and to improve the delivery of health care to all patient populations through patient care, research, and teaching.

How to Apply for the UI Visiting Student Scholars Program

The scholarship application may be submitted at the time of elective application and no later than May 15.  Please be aware that acceptance into the UI Visiting Student Scholars Program is contingent on availability and on final Carver College of Medicine visiting student elective approval.

To apply, send one email to Urology-MedStudents@healthcare.uiowa.edu with all of the following attached:

• A personal statement that includes why you are interested in a rotation at the University of Iowa and details your commitment to excellence, service, and diversifying the health care workforce in the field of urology
• A letter of recommendation from any faculty member at your medical school