Veterinary Student Scholar Program

The Morris Animal Foundation supports veterinary students who want to gain experience planning and carrying out mentored animal-health research. The FY27 second round covers canine, feline, equid and wildlife topics.

• Be enrolled in an accredited veterinary programme and check the round-specific standing and enrolment requirements.
• Work with a qualified mentor and confirm your institution’s nomination and approval process before starting.
• Use the current SmartSimple guidance to check project scope and eligibility.

The programme provides a stipend for the selected student’s research experience. Applicants should check the FY27 Round 2 documents for the current stipend amount and permitted costs.

1. Open the Morris Animal Foundation grant page and enter SmartSimple.
2. Find Veterinary Student Scholar FY27 Round 2 and download the current guidelines and templates.
3. Prepare the proposal with your mentor and allow your institution time to sign off before the November 25, 2026 deadline.