Medical Student Education
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- Medical Student Education Program (MSE) Deadline: Sep 1, 2026 · up to $1.6M
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Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Who has received this funding
Organizations awarded under CFDA 93.680 (USAspending.gov).
- The Curators Of The University Of Missouri $17,644,318
- Trustees Of Indiana University $17,643,013
- University Of Alabama At Birmingham $17,592,943
- University Of Missouri System $17,369,312
- University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences $16,880,862
- University Of Oklahoma $16,780,068
- University Of Utah $15,860,428
- University Of South Alabama $15,244,738
- Oklahoma State University $15,009,724
- University Of Mississippi Medical Center $14,119,679
Funded Projects
Examples of what this program has supported.
Program Objective
The MSE Program provides grants to public institutions of higher education to expand or support graduate education for medical students preparing to become physicians in the top quintile of states with a projected primary care provider shortage in 2036. The program is designed to prepare and encourage medical students training in the most underserved states to choose residencies and careers in primary care that serve tribal communities, rural communities, and/or medically underserved communities (MUCs) after they graduate. This will be accomplished by supporting the development of medical school curricula, clinical training site partnerships, and faculty training programs, with the goal of educating medical students who are likely to choose career paths in primary care, especially for tribal communities, rural communities, and/or MUCs.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- Nonprofit Organization
- Other
Per statute, funds must be awarded to public institutions of higher education in states in the top quintile of states with a projected primary care physician shortage as determined by the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. To determine the eligible states, HRSA used the National Center for Health Workforce Analysis projections through 2036, which indicate there are 10 states in the top quintile. Eligible states are Alabama, Arizona, Florida, Idaho, Mississippi, Nevada, New Jersey, Oklahoma, Tennessee, and Utah.
Beneficiaries
- Nonprofit Organization
- Graduate and Professional Higher Education
Beneficiaries include physician training programs that train medical students. Public non-profit colleges of medicine in the states in the top quintile of states with projected shortage of primary care physicians in 2036.
How to Apply
Award Procedure
Notification is made in writing (electronic) by a Notice of Award.
Decision Timeline
- Approval: From 120 to 180 days
Approximately 120 to 180 days after receipt of applications.
Program details & compliance
Description
The purpose of the Medical Student Education (MSE) Program is to provide support to public medical schools in the top quintile of states with a projected primary care physician shortage to expand or support education for medical students preparing to become physicians. This expansion can include funding for direct student supports which help students be successful in medical school, as well as for infrastructure development, maintenance, equipment, and minor renovations or alterations. The program is designed to prepare and encourage medical students in these schools to choose residencies and careers in primary care and serve tribal, rural, and/or medically underserved communities in those states after they complete their residency.
Mission Categories
Primary: Health Education
Other categories:
American Indian or Alaskan Native HealthMedical Education
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
Education of medical students in the awardee schools.
Restrictions
Grants may not be used for new construction or patient services.
Required Documentation
Applicants should review the individual HRSA Notice of Funding Opportunity issued under this assistance listing for any required proof or certifications, which must be submitted with an application package. 2 CFR 200, Subpart E - Cost Principles applies to this program.
Matching Requirements
No more than 10% and no less than 1%. Matching requirements are applicable to this program. The authorizing legislation requires not less than ten percent match in non-federal contributions for this grant each budget period. Applicant organizations must match a requirement of not more than 10% and not less than 1% of federal funds provided under this grant either in cash or in-kind.
Reporting & Compliance
Applicable 2 CFR 200 Subparts
- Subpart B — General Provisions
- Subpart C — Pre-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart D — Post-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart E — Cost Principles
- Subpart F — Audit Requirements
Formula
Department of Defense and Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education Appropriations Act, 2019 and Continuing Appropriations Act, 2019