The Cory L. Richards Memorial Scholarship, sponsored by the Guttmacher Institute, supports emerging leaders in the field of sexual and reproductive health and rights. Named in honor of Cory L. Richards, a leading figure in the field whose remarkable career at the Guttmacher Institute spanned nearly four decades, the scholarship reflects what was for him a core commitment: nurturing the development of new leaders. It does so by providing financial support to students who plan to devote their careers to advancing public policy related to sexual and reproductive health and rights, and who are seeking advanced degrees in public health or public policy.

One individual will be designated each year as a Cory Richards Scholar and awarded a one-time scholarship of $15,000 to support full-time graduate study at an accredited institution in the United States. In keeping with the Institute’s and Cory’s commitment to equalizing opportunity, priority will be given to students with a demonstrated financial need.

Visit Scholarship America for application guidelines, including eligibility and selection criteria.

Application deadline

Applications for 2020 are closed.

Selection Committee

Applicants will be evaluated by a committee of Guttmacher Institute staff.

RECIPIENTS

Learn more about current and past recipients of the Cory L. Richards Memorial Scholarship.

Inquiries

For more information, please call Scholarship America's Management Services at (507) 931-1682; or send an e-mail to [email protected].