Donald L. Burton Veterinary Student Scholarship Grant

The Donald L. Burton Veterinary Student Scholarship, offered by the National Wildlife Rehabilitators Association, supports veterinary students dedicated to wildlife rehabilitation. Annually, one scholarship is awarded to assist with expenses for attending the NWRA symposium. This initiative honors Dr. Burton's contributions to wildlife medicine and encourages students who show a strong commitment to helping sick and injured wildlife. Eligibility is open to individuals, with preference for those not receiving other NWRA scholarships recently.

The National Wildlife Rehabilitators Association (NWRA) is dedicated to improving and promoting the profession of wildlife rehabilitation and its contributions to preserving natural ecosystems. The National Wildlife Rehabilitators Association and wildlife rehabilitation as a profession are recognized and respected worldwide.
The Donald L. Burton Veterinary Student Scholarship is given to enhance the education of a veterinary student interested in working with wildlife. One scholarship is awarded annually to help defray expenses of attending the NWRA symposium. This scholarship is given through NWRA by friends of Dr. Burton to honor his contributions to wildlife medicine and his passion for helping sick and injured wildlife. Application is open to veterinary students who demonstrate a desire to help wildlife and meet the award requirements.

Eligibility

Individuals may apply. Only one scholarship is awarded per person in any given year.