The Corella & Bertram F. Bonner Foundation is pleased to announce a new partnership with Dartmouth College’s Geisel School of Medicine that will expand access to graduate education opportunities for Bonner Scholars, Bonner Leaders, and Bonner alumni pursuing careers in public health, healthcare research, data science, and related fields.
Through this partnership, eligible members of the Bonner community who are admitted to select master's degree programs at Dartmouth Geisel School of Medicine will have access to tuition support designed to help them advance their education and deepen their impact on the health and well-being of individuals and communities.
Beginning with the 2026–2027 academic year, Dartmouth Geisel School of Medicine will provide a 30% tuition scholarship to up to two qualified Bonner applicants annually across a range of health sciences master's programs. Eligible participants will also have the opportunity to request a one-year enrollment deferral in accordance with Dartmouth's policies.
The partnership reflects a shared commitment to leadership, service, and equity—values that have long been central to both institutions. By creating new pathways into graduate education, the collaboration seeks to support Bonner students and alumni who are committed to addressing complex public health challenges and strengthening communities through research, practice, and civic engagement.
"We are excited to partner with Dartmouth Geisel School of Medicine to create new opportunities for Bonner students and alumni who aspire to careers that improve health outcomes and advance community well-being," said Liz Brandt, Director of Community Engagement at the Bonner Foundation. "Bonner students bring a strong foundation of service, leadership, and community engagement to their work, and this partnership recognizes and invests in those strengths."
The agreement includes opportunities for ongoing collaboration between Dartmouth and the Bonner Foundation, including recruitment events, information sessions, and engagement at national Bonner gatherings. The two organizations will work together to connect prospective students with graduate pathways while ensuring continued support throughout the partnership.
Eligible Bonner Scholars, Bonner Leaders, and alumni may apply for the following participating Dartmouth Geisel School of Medicine master's programs:
Accelerated Master of Public Health (MPH)
Online Master of Public Health (MPH)
Hybrid Master of Public Health (MPH)
Accelerated Master of Science in Healthcare Research
Accelerated Master of Science in Epidemiology
Accelerated Master of Science in Health Data Science
Accelerated Master of Science in Medical Informatics
Online Master of Science in Implementation Science
Online Master of Science in Health Data Science
As the Bonner Foundation continues to strengthen pathways for educational and professional advancement, this partnership represents another important step in supporting students and alumni beyond their undergraduate experience. Rather than extending Bonner Program participation into graduate school, the partnership is intended to help Bonner graduates access and afford advanced education opportunities that align with their commitments to leadership, service, and community impact. Through scholarship support and institutional collaboration, the partnership creates new opportunities for Bonner graduates to pursue careers that improve the health and well-being of communities across the country.
Prospective applicants interested in learning more about the partnership and eligibility requirements should contact Geisel.MPH.MS.Admissions@dartmouth.edu or visit https://www.bonner.org/graduate-school-partnerships.
