Students preparing for careers in pain relief and wellness have a new source of financial support. Mid Atlantic Spinal Rehab & Chiropractic, a Baltimore-based provider of chiropractic care and physical therapy, has opened applications for its Pain Relief and Wellness Scholarship. The $1,000 award is available to students enrolled in accredited undergraduate, graduate, or professional programs across the United States, including community college students. High school seniors and GED holders who have been accepted to or are enrolled in an accredited program also qualify. Applications will be accepted through August 31, 2027, with the recipient announced in September 2027.
The scholarship reflects the practice’s daily mission. “Every day, our doctors and staff see how much relieving pain can change a person’s physical and mental health,” said founder Dr. Marc Gulitz. “This scholarship lets us invest in a student who shares that purpose, whether they plan to become a chiropractor, a physical therapist, a nurse, or another provider focused on helping others recover.”
Eligibility requires a cumulative GPA of at least 2.00 and submission of three materials by email: an essay of 1,000 words or fewer explaining what inspired the applicant to help people with pain, what they have done so far toward that goal, and how their education will help them achieve it; an updated resume; and a current unofficial transcript. The scholarship is not limited to one field of study, but each essay must demonstrate a clear commitment to pain relief and wellness.
The award comes from a practice with deep roots in the region. Founded in Baltimore in 2012, Mid Atlantic Spinal Rehab & Chiropractic now has 14 chiropractors and serves patients across Baltimore City and five surrounding Maryland counties. Its services include chiropractic care, physical therapy, corrective exercises, spinal and postural screenings, and lifestyle advice. Dr. Gulitz holds a B.S. in molecular biology from Lehigh University and a Doctor of Chiropractic degree from New York Chiropractic College, and he serves on the board of the Maryland Chiropractic Association.
For students weighing the cost of health-care education, the $1,000 scholarship offers more than financial relief. It signals that a practicing clinic values the same dedication to pain relief that drives many students into medicine, physical therapy, and chiropractic care. By opening the competition to community college students, high school seniors, and GED holders, the practice widens the pool of future providers who might otherwise lack support. The application window, which remains open for nearly a year, gives candidates ample time to prepare a thoughtful essay and gather required documents.
As demand for pain management and rehabilitative care continues to grow, investments like this scholarship can help ensure that motivated students—regardless of their specific career path—have the resources to pursue their goals. The recipient will be announced in September 2027, and the award may ease the financial burden for one student while reinforcing the importance of wellness-focused careers.
