Scholarships, Honor Societies, and Awards
Prospective and current students interested in learning about scholarships, honor societies, and/or awards are encouraged to explore the details below.
Scholarships
There are a variety of scholarships available for prospective and current students to explore. Scholarships are listed below as well as detailed on the Financial Aid and Giving pages of this website.
VTCSOM Endowed Scholarships
Thanks to generous donors, the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine is pleased to be able to offer several privately funded scholarships.
In order to apply for these scholarships, students must submit the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) and scholarship application by the established deadline. The number of scholarships awarded and amounts are subject to change each academic year.
IMPACT Scholarships
(Inclusion improving Medicine, Patient outcomes And Community health with Talent)
The 4-year IMPACT Scholarships are awarded to up to 5 talented incoming VTCSOM students annually to ensure an inclusive student body representing our diverse population and committed to leading improvements in the health of patients and communities. Currently, awards are for $30,000 for 4 academic years totaling $100,000.
Service Scholarships
The two types of service scholarships are the Armed Forces Health Professions Scholarship Program (HPSP) and the National Health Service Corps Scholarship Program (NHSC) through the Public Health Service. Both programs currently offer full tuition assistance, reimbursement for books, and a monthly living stipend in exchange for service commitments after school and residency. Visit Medicine and the Military and/or the National Health Service Corps Scholarship website for more information.
Service Scholarships
Students must apply directly to the military or the Public Health Service for these programs.
Air Force Health Professions Scholarship
Army Health Professions Scholarship
Navy Health Professions Scholarship
National Health Service Corps
NMF Scholarships & Awards
There are multiple opportunities through the National Medical Fellowships (NMF) for scholarships and awards. To learn more click here.
Honor Societies
GHHS
The Gold Humanism Honor Society (GHHS) recognizes students, residents, and faculty who are exemplars of compassionate patient care and who serve as role models, mentors, and leaders in medicine.
AΩA
Alpha Omega Alpha is the national medical honor society. Election to Alpha Omega Alpha is an honor signifying a lasting commitment to scholarship, leadership, professionalism, and service.
Aequitas Health Honor Society
The Aequitas Health Honor Society recognizes and honors members of the VTCSOM community who consistently work to promote health equity in our local community.
O∆K
Omicron Delta Kappa, the National Leadership Honor Society at Virginia Tech, recognizes and encourages superior leadership and exemplary character.
Awards
VTC Awards
VTCSOM Engage Award
Diversity Champion Award
Leonard Tow Humanism in Medicine Award
Robert L.A. Keeley Humanities in Medicine Award
Virginia Tech Alumni Outstanding Senior
National Public Health Service Excellence in Public Health
VT Campus Awards
Aspire! Awards
Graduate Student Service Excellence Award
Sally Bohland Award for Innovative Service Award
Additional Awards
AAMC Herbert W. Nickens Award
Medical Society of Virginia Awards