The Zoetis Foundation/AVMF Veterinary Technician Student Scholarship
“Receiving this scholarship will not only invest in my education but also empower me to contribute to the well-being of our pets, ensure the safety of our food supply, and protect public health.” — Melanie Marie Rodriguez Caban
The Zoetis Foundation/AVMF Veterinary Technician Student Scholarship Program was developed to offset educational expenses related to attaining a veterinary education. The program focuses on addressing the issue of student debt and the need to foster diversity in the profession – issues that greatly impact the future of the veterinary profession.
The AVMF Scholarship Review Committee will identify 35 outstanding veterinary technician students who can help address our changing world and the health, food, and welfare needs of the U.S. veterinary community.
The Zoetis Foundation and the American Veterinary Medical Foundation are pleased to announce the 2023 Zoetis Foundation/AVMF Veterinary Technician Student Scholarship Program.
Learn moreThe Zoetis Foundation and the American Veterinary Medical Foundation are pleased to announce the 2023 Zoetis Foundation/AVMF Veterinary Technician Student Scholarship Program.
Application criteria
In addition to the traditional selection criteria of academic excellence and financial need, the scholarships will focus on meeting the ongoing needs of the veterinary profession. Scholarships will be awarded to students with career interests in all areas, including food animal medicine, small animal clinical medicine, research, government services, public health, organized veterinary medicine, etc.
- Must be currently enrolled as a full-time student in good standing at a CVTEA-accredited veterinary technology, veterinary nursing, or animal health technology program in the United States or Puerto Rico.
- At the time of application, the student must be in the 2nd year of a 2-year program (or equivalent for term-based programs), or in the 3rd year of a 4-year (or equivalent for term-based programs) CVTEA-accredited veterinary technology, veterinary nursing, or animal health technology program (or equivalent for term-based programs) in the United States or Puerto Rico.
Timelines
- Applications accepted: October 1 – October 31, 2026
- Applications reviewed: November 1 – November 30, 2026
- Award notification and funds disbursement: January 2027
2025 recipients
Congratulations to the outstanding veterinary technician students selected as recipients of the Zoetis Foundation/AVMF Veterinary Technician Student Scholarship! These students were recognized for their commitment to veterinary medicine and their potential to make a meaningful difference in the profession.
2024 recipients
These outstanding students have been recognized for their dedication, leadership, and passion for veterinary care. They are helping shape the future of animal health and welfare—addressing our changing world and the health, food, and welfare needs of the U.S. veterinary community.
2023 Recipients
Through the Zoetis Foundation/AVMF Veterinary Technician Student Scholarship Program, AVMF and school leadership will identify outstanding veterinary technician students who can help address our changing world and the health, food, and welfare needs of the U.S. veterinary community.