Fall Scholars Program

Fall Scholars Program: Championing Abilities

Application period: Monday, July 14 through Friday, Aug. 22

Program Dates: Oct. 20 through Dec. 12, 2025

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Contact us: fallscholars@houstonmethodist.org

The Fall Scholars Program, administered by the Office of Culture & Engagement, is an eight-week, hands-on initiative specifically for individuals with disabilities ages 18-35. The program provides participants experience in non-clinical health care careers and aims to broaden career perspectives, enhance skills and support career growth within the health care industry.
 

KEY BENEFITS

• Opportunity to gain hands-on experience

• Gain valuable feedback from experienced professionals

• Build an expansive network within one of the top hospitals in the country

• Participate in tailored professional development workshops to enhance workplace skills and career readiness.

Our goal is to empower participants to succeed in their careers while contributing meaningfully to our dynamic health care environment.

Program Requirements

The Fall Scholars Program requires a 20-hour per week part-time commitment over the 8-week duration for individuals with disabilities. In-person attendance is mandatory, with no scheduled days off except for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Program Eligibility

• Identify as a person with a disability between the ages of 18-35
• Applicants must be able to work with limited support and perform essential job functions with reasonable accommodation, as needed.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Only U.S. citizens, Legal Permanent residents and Foreign Nationals who already hold a legal visa status (F-1, J-1, EADs) are eligible for the program.
• Applicants can be registered to attend a U.S. based school or program that can include a university, a community or technical college, a skills-based transition program, a non-degree seeking inclusive college program, an apprenticeship or trade school. You do not need to be a traditional degree-seeking student.
  
  

Additional Help

• For further questions regarding the scholarship program, the application process or to request a disability accommodation, please email cultureandengagement@houstonmethodist.org.

Application Requirements

250–500-word letter of intent that includes:

• Personal statement of interest explaining why you would like to pursue a future in health care
• What you expect to gain from your scholarship experience
  
  

Resume detailing the following:

• Activities in which you participate, or organizations you belong to (church groups, athletics, school, community, etc.)
• Awards/honors you have received
• Work or volunteer experience
• Resume must be sent to cultureandengagement@houstonmethodist.org
  
  

Two (2) reference letters:

• One must a be professional reference (i.e., teacher, employer, adviser, counselor or mentor) whom you have known for at least six months or more.