The American Veterinary Medical Foundation believes that by investing in the education of America’s veterinary students we play a role in ensuring that future veterinarians have the skills and training necessary to treat our pets, safeguard our food supply and protect public health. The scholarships below are designed to help students achieve their goals and go into the world and accomplish great things. Students are encouraged to consider both traditional and non-traditional careers as they move forward in their education to understand the many options that the veterinary profession offers.
University of Wisconsin
“I am very grateful for the gift of this scholarship, as it will enable me to afford travel expenses for several trips that will allow me to provide low or no service veterinary care in areas with few resources.”
University of Arizona
“The support of this scholarship enables veterans, like me, to pursue a career in veterinary medicine after military service. I would not be where I am today without the generous contributions of those who support our veterans. Thank you for helping me to achieve this lifelong dream of becoming a veterinarian.”
The Ohio State University
“Over the course of my military career, my family has made many sacrifices including pursuing veterinary school. This scholarship will allow me to complete my veterinary education without asking my family to take on the additional financial burden that comes with graduate education. Thank you for supporting our military!”
Oregon State University
“I am extremely grateful for this scholarship. Transitioning from the Navy to veterinary school is not a common career path, and this award provides valuable financial assistance for non-traditional students like myself. I am excited to continue serving my greater community as a veterinarian.”
Michigan State University
“This scholarship will take an enormous weight off my family and will allow us to place our youngest son into daycare during the school year. Incredibly grateful for this opportunity that the AVMF has provided.”
The Ohio State University
“I am incredibly grateful to be one of the recipients of this scholarship. It helps fuel my passion for feline medicine research and diagnostics. I hope to continue my research on FIP and participate in more feline disease research projects upon completion of veterinary school. Thank you for your belief in me, and I am excited to see the future of feline medicine.”
Cornell University
“I am grateful that this scholarship will allow me to continue to grow as a future feline practitioner. This scholarship will enable me to further explore the field of feline medicine and pursue my goal of becoming a feline specialist. I feel passionate about continuing to learn and grow as a clinician, and the AVMF/Winn Feline Foundation is empowering me to do just that.”
Colorado State University
“With this financial support, I am able to pursue externship opportunities during my fourth year that will enrich my learning and build relationships with veterinarians in Arizona. This should allow me to bring additional experiences to bear on my future practice and foster collaboration with my colleagues. Thank you for your generosity!”
University of Arizona
“Rural communities and their pets/herds are suffering due to a lack of veterinary care, and I hope to change that drastically. This scholarship will assist me with travel expenses as I head to California to learn about the Food Safety Inspection Service and how regulatory veterinary medicine plays a role in public health.”
Cornell University
“This award will significantly support my goal of becoming an aquatic and zoologic veterinarian. I look forward to sharing my experiences with my listeners on Aquadocs Podcast and inspiring other veterinary students interested in the study and conservation of exotic species.”
Oregon State University
“Scholarship means committing to bettering yourself every day and placing value in education and continuing to learn and grow in every aspect of life.”
Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine
“It is a true & humbling honor to be awarded this scholarship. As a veterinary student with a passion for public service and wildlife conservation, this scholarship will empower me to continue advocating for Arizona wildlife, biodiversity, and the overall health of animal & human communities throughout the southwest.”
Iowa State University
“Two my of favorite things about myself are being from AZ and being a (almost!) veterinarian. I have dreams of a specialty residency, which means putting earning potential on hold while I continue my training. Scholarships like this make pursuing these dreams much less daunting by lessening the financial burden associated with a DVM.”
University of Arizona
“The support of this scholarship enables me to serve my local community and shelter animals while attending veterinary school. As someone who grew up in a rural area, I know the struggles individuals face trying to afford veterinary care. I am extremely grateful to be able to give back to those communities when I graduate.”
University of Arizona
“Your generous support and dedication to helping others achieve their education goals go beyond the university setting. I am getting closer to my goal, which has been to return to my rural roots in Northern Arizona to provide veterinary services. These areas are underserved, and I would like to do my part to help fill the gap.”
University of Arizona
“Receiving this scholarship will help me get the most out of the distributive clinical year model as I travel across the country to explore various careers within veterinary medicine. I will spend time in Florida working with exotics, Tennessee working with horses, and Arizona for unique opportunities including research and shelter medicine.”
Cornell University
“With an interest in completing a rotating internship after graduation, a challenge I face is taking out additional loans. This award will allow me to pursue additional veterinary experiences and explore different career options. Thank you to the AVMF for your support of veterinary student education!”
Oregon State University
“Dr. McGrath’s story encourages me to pursue my interests in the field of veterinary medicine despite any challenges that I may come across. Similar to how Dr. McGrath created a change among the veterinary professionals, I hope to treat and work with one animal, one community, one country at a time!”