Veterinary student scholarship by WVA and MSD

The WVA/MSD Veterinary student scholarship is an annual award from the World Veterinary Association and MSD Animal Health supporting veterinary students from Africa, Asia/Oceania, Latin America, and the Middle East/North Africa in their academic journey. This is a continuation of the collaboration between WVA and MSD of awarding 40 scholarships worth a combined US$200,000 each year to help reduce financial barriers to veterinary education and develop future leaders in the profession.

Benefits

Scholarship benefits incldue:

1. US$5,000 scholarship support per selected student
2. Opportunity to support veterinary education and professional development
3. Recognition from the WVA Working Group on Veterinary Profession and Education

Eligibility

Eligibility requirements:

1. Citizen or student in a country within the eligible regions:
   1. Africa
   2. Asia/Oceania
   3. Latin America
   4. Middle East/North Africa
2. Currently enrolled for the 2026-2027 academic year at a recognized veterinary school in the 2nd or 3rd year of a veterinary programme (or later year, if the programme runs longer than 4 years)
3. First year and final year students are not eligible
4. Completed all first year examinations
5. Has not previously received a WVA/MSD Animal Health scholarship
6. Able to receive international funds via SWIFT to a bank account in your own name

How to apply

Apply through the official WVA/MSD Veterinary student scholarship application page.

Application deadline

The application cycle for 2026 has passed.

For more details, visit the Veterinary student scholarship page.