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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I apply with a bachelor’s degree?

To be eligible for the OMH HELDI Fellowship, you must be a graduate level student or have graduated in the last two years from a graduate program. Individuals currently in or within two years of completing health professional residency programs (e.g., graduate medical education, dental residency, nurse practitioner residency, etc.) are eligible.

What if I graduated three years ago, am I eligible?

No, OMH HELDI Fellows must have graduated from a graduate-level program within the last two years.

Will the entire fellowship be held in Washington, D.C.?

Yes. This is a full-time residential fellowship program in Washington, D.C. In-person programming and site visits are held throughout the duration of the program and the expectation is that all fellows reside locally.

I am a medical student or resident, can I apply while working in my state?

Medical students and residents are welcome to apply, but please note that this is a full-time residential program based in Washington, D.C. This would require a year of leave from your medical residency or graduate program.

I am a PHD student, can I apply?

Yes, see above!

I’m a busy graduate student and I have a part-time job; can I participate in the program?

The OMH HELDI program is a full-time fellowship program and it is expected that you are able to work full-time as a fellow. If you are a current graduate student, we recommend that students take this into account before applying to the program and consider whether they will be able to balance both workloads. Please note that the fellowship is not conducive to maintaining another source of employment.

What is the OMH HELDI Fellowship salary? What are the benefits?

OMH HELDI Fellows will receive a one-year stipend of $60,000, including access to health insurance. 

I am on a temporary visa, am I eligible to apply?

Unfortunately, all candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national to apply.

Does the application process involve a background check?

Yes, candidates will need to undergo a background investigation prior to placement at a HHS host site. More information on this process is available here.

Does the Fitzhugh Mullan Institute offer any other fellowship opportunities?

Interested students and graduates might consider Atlantic Fellows for Health Equity and the George Washington University Residency Fellowship in Health Policy.