Oxbow’s Nebraska High School Senior Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsored by Oxbow Animal Health
Oxbow Animal Health is committed to encouraging interest in companion animals throughout every stage of education. The Oxbow Animal Health Nebraska High School Senior Scholarship is available to Nebraska high school seniors who intend to pursue postsecondary study and a career in the companion animal (pet) industry.
Are you aiming for a career in the pet industry?
Interested in animal health, nutrition, or related fields?
The companion animal sector is growing rapidly worldwide, creating new job opportunities in animal health and nutrition, marketing, publishing, and pet food production. This scholarship supports graduating Nebraska seniors who plan to enter that field. Note: awards will only be paid for education at institutions located in the United States.
Eligibility and required materials
To be considered, applicants must:
- Complete the online application at https://oxbowanimalhealth.com/for-veterinary-students/
- Submit a current résumé outlining activities and work history
- Provide two letters of reference
- Show proof of current high school senior status with pending graduation from a Nebraska high school (for example, a transcript)
- Provide evidence of full-time acceptance or enrollment in a college or university for the 2024 Fall Semester (for example, an acceptance letter)
- Submit a 300–500 word essay explaining your reasons for pursuing a career in the pet industry or in animal health
All items above must be included with your application to qualify for consideration.