Candidates will be selected based on eligibility criteria
Note: IIE reviews all applications through its global review committee.
Medtronic Spark Scholarship 2026
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Eligibility
Students in health tech and healthcare-related fields
Region
United States
Award
An award of up to $15,000
Deadline
Closed
About The Program
The Medtronic Spark Scholarship Program is offered by the Institute of International Education (IIE) in partnership with Medtronic. The scholarship is a prestigious financial award designed to support outstanding students from underprivileged communities pursuing undergraduate degrees in engineering, healthcare, or related STEM fields. Selected candidates will receive an award of up to $15,000 towards educational expenses for 1 year.
EligibilityDeadline Date: Closed
To be eligible, an applicant must:
General Eligibility
- be pursuing a career in health tech or a related healthcare field,
- be enrolled in undergraduate degrees or credential programs. Graduate degrees (Master’s, PhD, MD, etc.) are not eligible
- be enrolled (or planning to enroll) at an accredited institution
- demonstrate significant financial need
For Undergraduate Degree Applicants (2–4 year programs)
- have strong academic performance
- minimum 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or international equivalent)
- open to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd year undergraduate students
Job-Ready Credential Program Applicants
- have completed high school/secondary education
- enroll in a credential program starting between June 2026 and May 2027
Benefits
The selected students will receive a scholarship of up to $15,000 (in the U.S.) or up to USD$10,000 (outside of the U.S.) per year.
Documents
- Academic transcripts and certificates
- Household Income Documents
- Self-Introduction Video Submission (Maximum 30 Seconds)
How can you apply?
Eligible applicants can apply by following these steps:
Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button below.
Step 2: Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details (Note:- If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID).
Step 3: Click on the 'APPLY NOW' button
Step 4: Click on Create an account, then fill in the required details.
Step 5: Enter the PIN sent to your email account and click login.
Step 6: Set the account password.
Step 7: Click on the ‘Start new application’ and proceed with your application.
Important Dates
Application Deadline: 30th January 2026
Selection Criteria
Terms and Conditions
- Recipients must maintain satisfactory academic progress and may be required to participate in mentorship or community engagement activities.
Contact Details
Institute of International Education (IIE)
One World Trade Center, 36th Floor
New York, NY 10007
Email ID: medtronicsparkscholarship@iie.org Contact Number: +1.212.883.8200
Source: https://www.iie.org/scholarships-programs/
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FAQ's
Question: Who is offering the Medtronic Spark Scholarship 2026?
Answer: The Institute of International Education (IIE), in partnership with Medtronic is offering this opportunity.
Question: How much is the award worth?
Answer: The award provides a scholarship of up to $15,000 (in the U.S.) or up to $10,000 (outside of the U.S.) per year.
Question: Who is eligible for the Medtronic Spark Scholarship 2026?
Answer: Students from underprivileged communities pursuing full-time undergraduate programs in engineering, healthcare, or related STEM fields at accredited institutions are eligible to apply.
Question: What is the last date to apply for the Medtronic Spark Scholarship 2026?
Answer: The last date to apply for the scholarship is 30th January 2026.
Question: What is the mode of application?
Answer: The application is online through the IIE official portal.
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