For veterinary medicine students
Scholarships
Now raising funds to support two $2,500 awards for the inaugural
DrCookeVet Student Scholarship
About the Scholarship
The drcookevet.com scholarship program is to provide scholarships to students looking to improve our local veterinary community by continuing their education in any discipline of veterinary medicine in Southside Hampton Roads and Northeastern North Carolina. All students/applicants from all veterinary disciplines will be considered. The applicant may be in veterinary school, a veterinary technician program, or/ and a veterinarian applying for an advanced degree and needs assistance with tuition. An applicant already accepted to veterinary school or veterinary technician program also qualify.
Applicant Requirements:
Must live or plan to work in Southeastern VA or Northeastern NC after graduation.
Local college attendance not required, but commitment to supporting the regional community is expected.
Must be in good academic or employment standing.
Should demonstrate a strong desire to support and strengthen the local veterinary community; community service is encouraged.
Essay (max 600 words) required, explaining personal and professional benefits of the scholarship, with emphasis on wellness and personal growth.
Transcript required with a minimum 2.5 GPA.
Financial documentation (tax returns, FAFSA, income statements) required to show financial need.
Up to two letters of recommendation, each no longer than 600 words.
Fall scholarship (2nd Year Students)
Applications due by 6/1/26, recipients announced by 7/1/26
Apply with your contact information, academic transcripts, a short essay, and up to 2 letters of recommendation. Must be a rising Sophomore or above.
Spring scholarship (1st Year Students)
Applications due by 11/1/26, recipients announced by 12/1/26
Apply with your contact information, academic transcripts, a short essay, and up to 2 letters of recommendation. Must be a college senior or college Freshman.
Phyllis C. Cooke Memorial Scholarship
Application due date and winner announcement date to be determined.
In loving memory of Phyllis C. Cooke, we are honored to establish the Phyllis C. Cooke Memorial Scholarship. This annual scholarship will provide $5,000 to a deserving veterinary student who demonstrates academic excellence, financial need, compassion for animals and people, and a commitment to serving the veterinary profession.
Phyllis was a woman of extraordinary faith, resilience, and generosity. She devoted her life to caring for others and was a steadfast source of encouragement to her family, friends, and the veterinary community. Her legacy of love and service will now continue by helping future veterinarians pursue their dreams.
Through this scholarship, we hope to support a student who embodies the same spirit of kindness, perseverance, and dedication that Phyllis demonstrated throughout her life.