Description

MSD Animal Health, in collaboration with the Federation of Veterinarians of Europe (FVE), is offering a remarkable opportunity for veterinary students to apply for one of 34 scholarships worth $5,000 each. This initiative aims to support students by enhancing their academic experience while considering factors such as merit, financial need, and geographical diversity.

Scholarship Overview

The scholarship targets veterinary students enrolled in their 3rd, 4th, or 5th year of study by October 2024. Applicants must be in good academic standing and studying at a recognized veterinary institution accredited by the European Association of Establishments for Veterinary Education (EAEVE). The program is open to citizens of European countries that are members of the Council of Europe. It’s essential to note that recipients of previous MSD/FVE scholarships are ineligible for this round of awards.

Why This Scholarship Matters

Veterinary students often face financial challenges while completing their education, and the MSD Animal Health – FVE Scholarship provides essential financial support to alleviate this burden. The scholarship also promotes academic growth and allows students to focus on gaining valuable skills and knowledge that will benefit both their future careers and the veterinary field at large.

Degree Level

MSD Europe Animal Health Veterinary Student Scholarship Program 2025 is available to undertake Undergraduate, Graduate level programs at .

Available Subjects

Following subject are available to study under this scholarship program.

• Veterinary

Benefits

Scholarships worth $5,000 will be given to selected students.

Eligible Nationalities

This scholarship is open to students from European country (Member of Council of Europe).

Eligibility Criteria

• Not be recipients of any previous MSD/FVE scholarship;
• Veterinary students enrolled in the 3rd to 4th and 5th year on October 2024;
• Currently enrolled and in good standing at a recognized veterinary establishment in their country
  (a veterinary establishment member of the European Association of Establishments for Veterinary Education – EAEVE – as of October 2024) with the status of approved-accredited-conditionally/pending accreditation;
• Citizen of a European country (Member of Council of Europe).

Review and Selection Process

The selection process will be managed by the FVE/IVSA Review Committee, ensuring impartiality and fairness. No representative from a veterinary school will be allowed to evaluate applicants from their institution, and employees or contractors of MSD Animal Health will not participate in the selection process.

Application Procedure

Interested applicants must:

• Complete the official application form.
• Submit letters of recommendation from both their Dean and a Professor.
• Provide evidence of financial need.
• Send all documents in a single PDF file to the FVE office by the deadline of 30 October 2024.

Important Dates

• Application Deadline: 30 October 2024
• Selection Period: 1 November 2024 – 1 January 2025
• Notification: 15 January 2025
• Public Announcement: 31 January 2025
• Scholarship Disbursement: February 2025