September 7, 2001

DSA Issues New SDS Eligibility Criteria

The Division of Student Assistance (DSA) within the Bureau of Health Professions (BHPr) Aug. 31 issued a policy memorandum outlining new eligibility criteria for institutions participating in the Scholarships for Disadvantage Students (SDS) program. Beginning with the 2002-2003 academic year applications, students from disadvantaged backgrounds must comprise at least 10 percent of the full-time enrollment of the program, and at least 10 percent of the total graduates of the program for the specified reporting years. SDS applications for the 2002-2003 academic year are expected to be available in November 2001.

Information: Jonathan Fishburn, AAMC Office of Governmental Relations, 202-828-0525.