Provided by Vince Kotchian
The 2026 Pre-Veterinary Scholarship is an annual award of $500 to two winners who are enrolled in an animal sciences or similar undergraduate program in the United States, with the intention of going to veterinary school. Applicants must submit a poem related to animals, which is the sole criterion for selection.
Award amount
$500
Number of awards
2 awards available
Frequency
Annually
Deadline
October 15, 2026
Time to apply
30–60 min
Essay
May be required — check provider
Enrolled in good standing in an animal sciences or similar type of undergraduate program in the United States
Intention of going to veterinary school afterwards
Overall GPA of 3.33 or higher
Confirm eligibility
Review the scholarship eligibility information on this page and on the provider’s official instructions to confirm you qualify before you invest time in an application.
Gather required materials
Collect transcripts, test scores, essays, letters of recommendation, portfolios, or any other items the program lists as required.
Submit through the official program
Complete the application using the provider’s published process—often an online form or portal—and submit before the stated deadline. Keep a copy of your confirmation when available.
Important
Deadlines are set by the scholarship provider. Always confirm dates and instructions on the official site. TuitionCovered does not process applications for external scholarships.
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