Scholarship Opportunities

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Current Scholarships

Six Diamante Scholarships

$3,000 each

Scholarship Information
The Latinx Veterinary Medical Association is collaborating with Hill’s Pet Nutrition and VCA Animal Hospital to offer six scholarships of $3,000 (USD) per scholarship to current veterinary students for the Fall 2025 semester. The deadline for submission of applications is 11:59 PM EST Monday, September 29, 2025. Scholarship winners will be announced in October during Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month via email and Latinx VMA social media. Winning essays will be posted on the LVMA website.

Submit your applications via Google Form at: https://forms.gle/WnaMwV3sPbeFHY1j9

If you have any questions about the scholarship application, email rafaelsenos@yahoo.com.br.

Latinx VMA Diamante Scholar Student Scholarship Requirements:

– Must be in a third- or fourth-year DVM (or equivalent) program.

– Must be an active member of a Latinx Veterinary Medical Association Student Chapter or a national student member and currently enrolled in a DVM (or equivalent) program in the United States, Canada, or the Caribbean (including Ross University, St. George’s University, and St. Matthew’s University). National student members can register and pay annual dues at https://latinxvma.org/. 

 – Must be in good academic standing. An official transcript showing a GPA above 2.0 will be requested from the winners.

– Submit a personal statement of 350-500 words maximum describing your current and/or previous contributions to diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging and justice in academia, the workplace, or your community during your time as a student in the DVM (or equivalent) program. (Remember to NOT mention your institution nor any information that may identify where you study such as the name of the state). 

 NoteWhen evaluating applications, we will carefully consider several key factors, including the statement of purpose, the clarity and focus of your writing, the organization and overall quality of the essay, the potential impact on the Latinx VMA community, and your personal accomplishments or goals. These criteria will guide our review process, so please ensure that your submission reflects these aspects clearly and thoughtfully.

Two Oro Scholarships

$1,000 scholarship each

Scholarship Information
The Latinx Veterinary Medical Association is collaborating with NVA to offer two scholarships of $1,000 (USD) per scholarship to current veterinary students for the Fall 2025 semester. The deadline for submission of applications is 11:59 PM EST Monday, September 29, 2025.  Scholarship winners will be announced in October during Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month via email and Latinx VMA social media. Winning essays will be posted on the LVMA website.

Submit your applications via Google Form at: https://forms.gle/LVTjFSHxQLTU5eSf7
If you have any questions about the scholarship application, email rafaelsenos@yahoo.com.br.

Latinx VMA Oro Scholar Student Scholarship Requirements:

 – Must be an active member of a Latinx Veterinary Medical Association Student Chapter or a national student member and currently enrolled in a DVM (or equivalent) program in the United States, Canada, or the Caribbean (including Ross University, St. George’s University, and St. Matthew’s University). National student members can register and pay annual dues at https://latinxvma.org/. 

 – Must be in good academic standing. An official transcript showing a GPA above 2.0 will be requested from the winners.

– Submit a personal statement of 350-400 words maximum describing your perspective on the challenges the poor communities have to access veterinary services how you plan to improve these issues once you become a licensed professional. (Remember to NOT mention your institution nor any information that may identify where you study such as the name of the state.)

 NoteWhen evaluating applications, we will carefully consider several key factors, including the statement of purpose, the clarity and focus of your writing, the organization and overall quality of the essay, the potential impact on the Latinx VMA community, and your personal accomplishments or goals. These criteria will guide our review process, so please ensure that your submission reflects these aspects clearly and thoughtfully.

Two Plata Scholarships

$1,000 scholarship each
Scholarship Information
The Latinx Veterinary Medical Association is collaborating with Petco, Royal Canin, BluePearl, and Mission Pet Health to offer two scholarships of $1000 (USD) per scholarship to current veterinary students for the Fall 2025 semester. The deadline for submission of applications is 11:59 PM EST Monday, September 29, 2025. Scholarship winners will be announced in October during Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month via email and Latinx VMA social media. Winning essays will be posted on the LVMA website.

Submit your applications via Google Form at: https://forms.gle/njrZSUpg4XMdysDv5

If you have any questions about the scholarship application, email rafaelsenos@yahoo.com.br.

Latinx VMA Plata Scholar Student Scholarship Requirements:


– Must be in a first- or second-year DVM (or equivalent) program. 

– Must be an active member of a Latinx Veterinary Medical Association Student Chapter or a national student member and currently enrolled in a DVM (or equivalent) program in the United States, Canada, or the Caribbean (including Ross University, St. George’s University, and St. Matthew’s University). National student members can register and pay annual dues at https://latinxvma.org/. 

 -Must be in good academic standing. An official transcript showing a GPA above 2.0 will be requested from the winners.

– Submit a personal statement of 350-400 words maximum describing what you plan to do during your DVM program to increase the Latinx community activities in your school/college. (Remember to NOT mention your institution nor any information that may identify where you study such as the name of the state.)

 NoteWhen evaluating applications, we will carefully consider several key factors, including the statement of purpose, the clarity and focus of your writing, the organization and overall quality of the essay, the potential impact on the Latinx VMA community, and your personal accomplishments or goals. These criteria will guide our review process, so please ensure that your submission reflects these aspects clearly and thoughtfully.