The Metaphrasis Medical Interpreter Scholarship Program. Metaphrasis is committed to giving back to the community by providing scholarship opportunities to individuals who may be experiencing financial hardship. The medical interpreter scholarship promotes and advances the field of medical interpreting in the Chicago area.

The scholarship is offered to individuals who are interested in seeking a career in medical interpreting and who would like to participate in the Metaphrasis Medical Interpreter Training course. One individual will be awarded a full scholarship to attend the 48-hour medical interpreter course each time training is offered.

The recipient of the scholarship will be awarded the following:

• Full paid tuition for the 48-hour Medical Interpreter Training Program
• Classroom books and materials
• 40-hour internship

Immediately following the 48-hour course, a required 40-hour internship will be scheduled which will expose the grantee real-world experience and integration into the medical interpreting field. Upon completion of the internship and training period, Metaphrasis will award the individual with a certificate of accomplishment and will be considered for hire. If hired, the individual is required to work solely for Metaphrasis, for one year, and must obtain a minimum of 4 CEU – continuing education credits.

Application Instructions: Click here to download the application form, complete the application along with the other required documents and submit for consideration via mail or email to:



Scholarship Requirements – applicants must meet and/or submit the following:

• Essay question/statement
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Excellent communication skills
• Fluent in English and another language
• Pass the Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) which is administered through Metaphrasis

ESSAY– Attach a written essay of 500 words, double-spaced, not to exceed two pages. Respond to the following statement: Describe how you will make a difference in the field of medical interpretation and how will patients benefit from your skills and language abilities.

*Recipients will be notified by telephone, email or mail within 30 days of a scheduled medical interpreter training.