AMBUCS Scholars
Scholarship Sponsored by AMBUCS
Since 1955, National AMBUCS, Inc. has awarded scholarships to students pursuing degrees in physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, and audiology. To date, more than $10 million in scholarships have been awarded to over 16,757 students.
Who is eligible:
- Students must be US citizens accepted in a graduate-level program that is accredited by the appropriate therapy profession authority in physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, or audiology.
- Assistant or undergraduate programs are not eligible.
- Awards are based on financial need, commitment to local community, character for compassion and integrity, and career objectives.
- Chapter Sponsorship: Applications sponsored by a volunteer chapter of AMBUCS receive priority consideration. Find your local AMBUCS chapter.
What is awarded:
Over $200,000 is awarded annually with individual awards ranging from $600 to $1,500. There is one two-year award in the amount of $6,000. Award monies are deposited into the student’s credit account with the financial aid office of the educational institution.
Timeline For Applicants
February 1 Application Opens for students
April 1 Application Closes for students
May 15 Chapter Sponsorship forms due ( if you have been nominated by a local AMBUCS chapter)
June - August Scholarship Committee meets to award scholarships. Awarded Students, chapters and donors will be notified by email. Recipients will be published on the AMBUCS website. Once notified of your award, please update any school or program changes to AMBUCS. Award monies will be sent to the financial aid office of the educational institution.
Go to Scholarship Application