AHA Scholars Program

Empowering tomorrow’s healthcare leaders through innovative scholarship and mentorship opportunities.
collage of EmPOWERED Scholars alumni

EmPOWERED Scholars

Scholarships for students passionate about public health, health equity and community engagement, driven to address social determinants of health.

Introducing the Empowered class of 2024-25!

A group of NHLCC scholars standing in front of the AHA's life-size heart and torch sculpture.

NHLCC Scholars

Championing equity in health and health care by supporting emerging leaders in the National Hispanic Latino Cardiovascular Collaborative.

Application opens August 1, 2024.

Group of student attendees at the 2022 AHA HBCU Scholar Program Awards (© Larry McCormack

HBCU Scholars

Helping students at historically Black colleges and universities work toward professional degrees in the biomedical and health sciences fields.

Introducing the HBCU class of 2024-25!

Three underrepresented students from Boston University

SURE Scholars

A unique summer research program for underrepresented college students interested in STEMM careers.

Application opens Winter 2024.

A group of AHA's Hispanic Serving Institutions Scholars Program 2021 scholars with their mentor

HSI Scholars

Partnering with Hispanic-serving institutions and their students to create a pipeline for diverse researchers and health care professionals.

Introducing the HSI class of 2024-25!

Contact Us

If you would like more information about the American Heart Association’s Scholars Program, please reach out. We’d love to hear from you!

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National Youth Leadership Council

The American Heart Association is excited to announce the formation of the National Youth Leadership Council! This select group of students aged 16 to 22 will be dedicated to amplifying youth voices and shaping emerging opportunities such as High School and College Heart Clubs. Members will influence the future of youth volunteerism while learning transferable skills and earning leadership certifications.