Englewood – September 29, 2026 -- Undergraduate students across the United States pursuing medicine can now apply for the newly launched Dr. Jihad Mustapha Medical Student Scholarship, a one-time award designed to offset the costs of pre-medical and early medical studies.
The fund targets financial barriers facing pre-med students
Dr. Jihad A. Mustapha, an interventional cardiologist and educator, established the scholarship to help talented students focus on academic excellence and clinical preparation rather than financial strain. His career spans decades of clinical practice, research, and teaching, with a focus on cardiovascular and vascular medicine.
Applications open through the scholarship's official website
Students can apply through the program's dedicated site, where guidelines, required documentation, and submission deadlines are listed.
Mustapha's medical education work extends beyond the new fund
He has served as a clinical associate professor and directed education programs focused on endovascular treatment and limb preservation. He has also been involved with the Critical Limb Ischemia Global Society and various clinical studies. His background includes fellowships in cardiology and interventional cardiology, along with extensive experience in catheterization laboratories and clinical research.