Scholarship Program
and Application

“Medical school is tough in many ways. Mentally, physically, emotionally, financially, spiritually, and socially. Finding out you can have support by a scholarship with recognition and financial help, gave me motivation in many areas where I was struggling. Sometimes having someone say what you are doing is enough and that someday you will do great things in this profession was enough for me. The money was a bonus to make things a little easier and remain balanced during that crazy time.” Nicolette Rosendahl, DO and Previous Scholarship Recipient

Since the 1986-87 scholastic school year, the Foundation has awarded over 590 scholarships in support of students from the Northwest.

Application for the 2024-25 academic year is at the bottom of the page.


FOUR GENERAL SCHOLARSHIPS. These are available to any osteopathic medical student who can demonstrate commitment to practicing medicine in the Northwest, an understanding of osteopathic principles and practices, and demonstrated volunteer leadership. (see more details below)

SPECIAL SCHOLARSHIPS (Apply with General Scholarship Application Below)
ALASKA Thanks to generous funding from the Alaska Osteopathic Medical Association and DOs in Alaska, we will present a scholarship to a student from Alaska dedicated to returning to Alaska.
MONTANA Thanks to generous support from the Shirley Carpenter Endowment Scholarship Fund, the Montana Osteopathic Medical Association, and DOs in Montana, we will present a scholarship to a student from Montana, who is dedicated to returning to Montana.
WASHINGTON Thanks to generous funding from the Washington Osteopathic Foundation and DOs in Washington, we will present a scholarship to a student from and dedicated to returning to Washington.
WILLIS WOMEN’S SCHOLARSHIP Thanks to the generous support of Genie Willis DO, we will present a scholarship to a female student from Oregon who attends WesternU Oregon Campus College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific – Northwest in Lebanon, OR

DIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPS _________________(Additional Application Required)
STUDENT OF COLOR from a HISTORICALLY UNDERREPRESENTED GROUP Thanks to generous support from donors in honor of our 35th Anniversary, this scholarship will go to a student who can demonstrate a commitment to helping improve healthcare outcomes through patient care for people of color. (Supplemental Application Required)
LGBTQ+ Thanks to generous support from donors in honor of our 35th Anniversary, this scholarship will go to a student who can demonstrate a commitment to helping improve healthcare outcomes through patient care in the LGBTQ+ community. (Supplemental Application Required)


Who is Eligible To Apply?
Students enrolled in a COCA-accredited school who will be OMSII, OMS III, or OMSIV for the 2024-25 academic year are eligible to apply. No scholarships are provided to first-year students.

Who Is Most Likely To Receive a Scholarship?

  1. Applicants must be osteopathic medical school students in their second, third, or fourth year when they receive the scholarship.
  2. Student applicants must demonstrate commitment to practicing medicine in Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and/or Washington State; or the Northwest in general.
  3. Student applicants must demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to the principles and practices of osteopathic medicine.
  4. Student applicants must demonstrate a commitment to volunteer leadership and community service.

What Are The Components Of The Application?
— one 90-second “selfie-style” video
— two short essays
— one letter of recommendation

2024-25 General Scholarship Application

This is the General Scholarship Application for the 2024-25 academic year. All applications must be completed by April 15!

Step 1 of 5

  • Historical connection to the Northwest is not required to apply, but it can be a factor in the selection process.
  • Select the option that best describes you.
  • The Foundation believes in the value of our partner State Osteopathic Associations. We strongly encourage all students to join the State Association where they live and/or where they go to school. Please indicate which Osteopathic State Associations where you have a membership.