Merck Animal Health Student Innovation Award

This award is designed to recognize graduating seniors at each veterinary school accredited through the American Veterinary Medical Association in the U.S. and Canada. Awards are given to students in good academic standing who have been recognized by their veterinary medical program faculty for innovation, entrepreneurship, and creative forward-thinking in the development of a project or product that inspires others within the veterinary profession.

Awards

•  1st place – $10,000
•  2nd place – $5,000
•  3rd place – $3,000

Eligibility

• Student in final academic year.
• Must be in good academic standing.
• Have demonstrated innovative and or entrepreneurial creativity leading to a project or product that impacts or inspires others within the veterinary profession.
• Demonstrated innovation leadership skills.

Timeline

• Applications accepted: November 1 – November 30, 2026
• Applications reviewed: December 1 – December 31, 2026
• Award notification: January 2027
• Check disbursement: Spring semester 2027