AMBUCS Scholars

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 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.

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.

When to submit:

Each year, National AMBUCS, Inc. accepts applications for its scholarship program from February 1st until April 1st.

Students must submit all portions of their application before the April 1st deadline. The online application will allow students to save their work and return at a later time.

In addition to filling out general information, the student will be required to upload:

• Their FAFSA ( FAFSA Submission summary)
• Proof of enrollment into an accredited program as outlined above and
• One-page personal statement.

For Applicants

Timeline

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 to 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.