The American Veterinary Medical Foundation Scholarship

Ever wonder what you can do to make the world a better place for animals?  How about considering a career in veterinary medicine or animal health?  Many schools offer a wide variety of programs to students who want to earn an associates degrees in veterinary technology. To ensure that qualified personnel are available to fill positions in the field of veterinary medicine, The American Veterinary Medical Foundation has announced that it will be offering scholarships to students pursuing careers in animal care.

This year, through its annual veterinary student scholarship program, the Foundation will award 20 scholarships at $1,000 each to Student AVMA members enrolled in their first, second, or third year at an AVMA-accredited veterinary college or school in the United States. Additional scholarships may be available.

Students are encouraged to consider traditional and nontraditional careers as they move forward in their education, to understand the many options that the veterinary profession offers. In keeping with the mission of the AVMF, preference will be given to students interested in pursuing a career in certain areas. These include, but are not limited to animal health studies, shelter medicine, disaster preparedness and response, laboratory animal medicine, food animal medicine, or practicing in underserved communities.

The American Veterinary Medical Foundation is the national foundation for veterinary medicine and animal health.  This foundation is designed to benefit veterinary medicine, promote animal well being, and enhance research for today and in the future.

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