The Student Travel Scholarship is a vital initiative supported by generous contributions from FelineVMA Members and other veterinary professionals dedicated to the future of the veterinary profession. This Scholarship aims to provide financial support to students who have a passion and strong desire to attend the FelineVMA Annual Conference.
The scholarship supplements travel expenses, allowing students to participate in the Conference, engage with other students and leaders in feline medicine, and create meaningful connections to support their education and entrance into the veterinary profession, which can last throughout their career.
Eligibility
- Veterinary or veterinary technician students in any year of veterinary school (undergrad program students are not eligible)
- Must be a veterinary student at the time of the Conference (September 2025)
- Must be a complimentary FelineVMA Student Chapter Member (Independent Student Chapter Members not eligible)
- Must have completed the Cat Friendly Certificate Program (free to Student Chapter Members)
- Note – you may only receive this award once; see a list of future Conference dates and locations on the right to determine if you would prefer to apply for an Annual Conference in a different region.
Award Recipients Receive
- Complimentary Registration to the Annual Conference
- Six recipients will be awarded.
- Up to $1,000 reimbursement of travel expenses will be awarded and distributed upon completion of:
- Attendance at the Conference (all three days is highly recommended, but two days are required).
- Attendance at the Student Social.
- Post-event survey, including a short essay question about what the experience meant to you.
- Submit a completed expense report with receipts. Click here for eligible travel expenses.
- Note – Travel Awards are valid only for the year in which they are granted and cannot be carried over to subsequent years.
Timeline
- Applications are due by June 5, 2025.
- Award recipients are notified by July 11, 2025.
- Award recipients must confirm their attendance by August 1, 2025.