Veterinary scholarships that enhance the future of the profession

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Paw Prosper, a pet health company aimed at finding solutions to wellness challenges, has announced a new scholarship for veterinary students, the Paw Prosper Student of Veterinary Medicine Scholarship, and another scholarship for professionals seeking to further their education with the Paw Prosper Continuing Education Scholarship. Paw Prosper will offer financial assistance and motivation to both current and aspiring professionals in the industry through this new program.

"Through our ongoing work with amazing professionals in the animal health and welfare industry, we have developed a deep appreciation and respect for their dedication to improving the lives of animals," said Ryan DeCaire, CEO of Paw Prosper, in a news release.¹ "We want to support the next generation of professionals who want to improve and innovate as a way to further our mission to help animals stay healthy for longer."

The Paw Prosper Student of Veterinary Medicine Scholarship is available to both undergraduate and graduate students studying veterinary medicine. The Paw Prosper Continuing Education Scholarship is designed for professionals seeking to further their education and expertise in advanced animal health and welfare studies. Both scholarships are open to residents of the United States and Canada and applicants must submit an application along with a 1000-word essay. The application period runs from July 8th, 2024, to August 31st, 2024. Two recipients will be chosen and notified September 24, 2024 with each receiving a $1000 award.^1,2

Veterinary students interested in the student scholarship must be enrolled in an accredited university or college in the US or Canada, with a minimum GPA of 2.50. The essay submission for this scholarship must answer the question: “What defining moment helped steer you toward a career in veterinary medicine?”²

Veterinary professionals interested in the continuing education scholarship must already be a credentialed veterinarian, technician, or other credentialed professional and be enrolled in an accredited continuing education course. The essay submission for this scholarship must answer the question: “What motivated you to pursue this continuing education, and how do you envision this opportunity impacting your ultimate goal in the animal health and wellness industry?”²

"There is so much innovation and new information within the animal wellness industry that continuing education is required to stay on top of the latest techniques and research. Professionals must complete a certain amount of continuing education per year; however, this can be financially challenging," said Kara Amstutz, CEO of the Canine Rehabilitation Institute.¹ "This scholarship will help those dedicated to providing the best care possible for their patients by taking some of the financial burden off their plate."

More information on these 2 scholarships can be found on the Paw Prosper website.²

References

1. Paw Prosper launches new scholarships to support students of veterinary medicine and continuing education. News release. Paw Prosper. July 8, 2024. Accessed July 8, 2024. https://prnmedia.prnewswire.com/news-releases/paw-prosper-launches-new-scholarships-to-support-students-of-veterinary-medicine-and-continuing-education-302190836.html
2. Scholarships. Paw Prosper. Accessed July 8, 2024. https://pawprosper.com/pages/scholarships