North Dakota Veterinary Medical Association Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Sponsored by North Dakota Veterinary Medical Association
In September 1997, the North Dakota Veterinary Medical Association Scholarship Fund was formally established to provide assistance to North Dakota students pursuing a career in veterinary medicine and to further enhance veterinary education in North Dakota.
Nine scholarships were awarded in 2024 ranging from $1200 – $1500 per applicant.
Scholarships are given annually and applications are due by June 1. Apply anytime between Jan. 1 – June 1.
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION FORM
This scholarship, funded by the NDVMA Scholarship Fund, has been established to assist students pursuing a career in veterinary medicine who meet the below-mentioned criteria. Financial need and an expressed interest in returning to North Dakota to practice veterinary medicine may be considered by the Fund's Advisory Committee at their discretion in order to prioritize applicants.
- Graduation from a North Dakota High School or resident of North Dakota for two years prior to application.
- Acceptance to or active enrollment in the Professional School of any AVMA-accredited College of Veterinary Medicine.
INSTRUCTIONS TO SUBMIT YOUR SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
- Type or print clearly.
- Fill in all questions to the best of your knowledge.
- Approximate financial figures will be accepted.
- If this is your first time applying for the NDVMA Scholarship, you must complete all questions, and submit all requested information by the deadline.
- If you have previously applied for the NDVMA Scholarship, you do not need to send in references and residency verification, as this is on file with the NDVMA. However, the following information must be sent for your application to be considered:
- Current College Transcripts (Transcripts can be sent by the school, we will accept the “unofficial” transcripts that can be downloaded from the schools website.)
- Updated autobiography—Please be sure to tell us about your experiences, goals, priorities, etc. since attending veterinary college.
- Updated financial information sheet.
- Applications must be postmarked by June 1, 2025.