Gwinnett County Veterinary Medical Association Scholarship

Purpose:
The Georgia Veterinary Medical Association is committed to advancing the veterinary medical profession and supporting the veterinarian’s role in improving animal and public health. The Gwinnett County chapter established this scholarship to support Gwinnett Technical College students pursuing a degree in the Veterinary Technology Program.

Eligibility Requirements:
In order to be eligible for a Veterinary Technology Scholarship, a student must:

• Must be enrolled in the second year of the Veterinary Technology Program
• Have a minimum cumulative GPA of at least 2.5
• Have earned at least 20 credit hours
• Submit an essay of at approximately 300 words that explains how the scholarship will enable you to complete your program, and any other financial or personal circumstances which you feel are important for the Selection Committee to consider in its evaluation.

Applications cannot be processed unless all required documentation is attached to the application at time of submittal.

Scholarship funds are to be used for tuition, books, and program supplies used solely for the benefit of the individual receiving the scholarship. Before funds will be disbursed, the Foundation office must receive a note of thanks from the recipient to the donor(s).

Selection:
The Gwinnett Tech Foundation committee will select and notify the scholarship recipients.

Termination:
If the recipient fails to enroll, withdraws from college, or does not maintain eligibility requirements, the Gwinnett Tech Foundation will select another student if time permits; otherwise, funds will be held in the donor’s account to be carried over to the next semester.