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UC Riverside

School of Medicine

A Community-Based Medical School for the 21st Century

three members of the fellowship program

Administrative Fellowships

The Administrative Fellowship program is a unique opportunity for master's-prepared individuals to gain hands-on experience and develop critical management and leadership skills within a dynamic, fast-paced medical school environment. Fellows will gain valuable exposure to the day-to-day operations of academic medical institutions, equipping them with skills to advance in their careers.

During the program, fellows will rotate through three different departments, spending four months in each. These rotations provide the chance to work on high-impact projects such as budget analysis, strategic planning, program development, and process improvement. 

Fellows will also participate in monthly learning sessions, which may include seminars with senior leadership, workshops on healthcare administration, and networking opportunities with peers and mentors.

The application period for 2025-2026 fellowship closes on January 30, 2025.

How to Apply

The fellowship year begins in July. Interested candidates must apply online by submitting a resume, a cover letter (which should include their expected graduation date), and a statement of purpose. Interviews normally take place in January and offers will be made in early spring for a July start date.

Candidates must have completed, or will complete, a master’s degree before the fellowship begins. Besides education, no formal administrative experience is required. Our selection process prioritizes a diverse range of skills, backgrounds, and experiences. Preference is given to applicants with ties to the Inland Empire of Southern California and those who demonstrate a strong commitment to the mission of the UCR School of Medicine.

For information, email Rosemary Tyrrell

Current Fellows

Past Fellows

  • Fara Aidul MHA, University of Phoenix - 2022-23
  • Nnennaya Akabogu, MBA, MPH, UT San Antonio - 2022-23
  • Arpy Barsemian, MS, MHA, USC Sol School of Public Policy – 2021-22
  • Celina Patterson, MPH, USC – 2021-22
  • Ezekiel Adu-Gyamfi, MS Health Services Administration, CSU San Bernardino - 2020-21
  • Tilak Patel - MBA, Master's Healthcare Administration, UNC Charlotte - 2020-21
  • Marcus Warren, MS Public Health/Healthcare Administration, National University - 2020-21
  • Hollie Woods, MHA, Healthcare Administration, University of Southern Indiana - 2020-21
  • Adiat Azeez, MHA, Healthcare Administration, University of La Verne - 2019-20
  • Marina Carbajal, MBA in Healthcare Administration, California Baptist University - 2019-20
  • Carla Urmeneta, MBA, Cal Baptist University - 2018-19
  • Destiny Britton, MSHSA, Cal State San Bernardino - 2018-19