THE AAAP FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS

The American Association of Avian Pathologists (AAAP) is dedicated to the encouragement and development of talented individuals who are interested in careers in poultry health and/or food safety.  Through the AAAP Foundation and its partners, 20 scholarships are offered each year; 10 AAAP Foundation/Merck Animal Health Veterinary Student Scholarships, 2 AAAP Foundation/Elanco Memorial Scholarships, 1 AAAP Foundation/Cobb Scholarship, and 7 AAAP Foundation Poultry Scholarships.  Please read the descriptions of all the scholarships offered and then indicate the scholarship(s) for which you are applying.  There is one common application which will be reviewed by the scholarship selection committee for all the AAAP Foundation scholarships.

AAAP Foundation/Elanco Memorial Scholarships

The Elanco Memorial scholarships are intended to honor the memory of past Elanco poultry veterinarians and scientists by supporting learning opportunities for future generations. One undergraduate student will be awarded a $2000 scholarship, while a $3000 scholarship will be presented to a veterinary student interested in poultry medicine.

AAAP Foundation Poultry Scholarships

The AAAP Foundation Scholarship program accepts scholarship applications from students who are pursuing a career in poultry health and well-being and/or food safety in North America.  Eligible students should attend a veterinary college accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), or an accredited undergraduate university.  Students must meet one of the following educational criteria to be considered:

1. Enrollment in a university undergraduate curriculum involving avian science, poultry science, food science, animal science, biology, or equivalent with the intent to pursue a MS, PhD, or veterinary degree with a career focus on poultry health and well-being and/or food safety; OR

2. Enrollment in a veterinary college leading to a DVM or VMD degree and a career focus on poultry health and well-being and/or food safety.

All Scholarships will be awarded based on assessment of the following credentials:

1. Academic record (Provide complete official transcripts from academic institutions.)
2. Letters of recommendation provided by two persons who are knowledgeable about the applicant and his or her career goals; submitted by the writer and separate from the application.
3. Experience related to poultry health and well-being and/or poultry food safety
4. A brief essay (500 words or less) describing career goals.

Scholarships may be renewed by reapplying if funding is available and the student demonstrates satisfactory performance.

For questions, contact:

AAAP Foundation Office

12627 San Jose Blvd., Suite 202

Jacksonville, FL 32223-8638

904-425-5735 (office)

281-664-4744 (fax)

AAAPFoundation@aaap.info

 

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