The Dr. Kofi Sarfo Scholarship for Future Doctors has announced the opening of its 2026 application cycle, providing a $1,000 award to undergraduate students pursuing a career in medicine. Established by Dr. Kofi Sarfo, a distinguished physician and medical educator, the scholarship aims to support students who demonstrate a strong interest in healthcare service and community impact.
Eligible applicants must be undergraduate students enrolled in an accredited college or university, pursuing a pre-medical or related academic pathway with the intention of becoming a physician. The scholarship requires submission of an original essay responding to a prompt that asks students to discuss their motivation for becoming physicians and their vision for serving communities in need. The essay should emphasize values of compassion, leadership, and intentional service.
Dr. Kofi Sarfo, the scholarship's founder, brings decades of experience in family medicine, wound care, geriatric medicine, and outpatient clinical leadership. He serves as Medical Director of Vista Medical Associates and as Clinical Assistant Professor at the UNLV School of Medicine. Through this initiative, he seeks to reduce academic barriers and highlight the importance of service-oriented medical careers.
The application deadline is September 15, 2026, and the recipient will be announced on October 15, 2026. The one-time award can be used toward tuition, textbooks, academic fees, or related educational expenses. For more information about the scholarship and application process, visit the official page at https://www.kofisarfo.com/scholarship.
