The AOAO Foundation is proud to support AOAO members through these scholarship opportunities.
AOAO Foundation/Hand Section Mission Scholarship – $2,000
The recipient of this scholarship will be a current DO hand surgery fellow and member of the AOAO.
Selection
A panel of Hand Section leaders will select one recipient annually to receive this scholarship.
Submission Requirements
- Personal Statement including an outline and dates of your planned trip
- Include the location of your fellowship
- CV
- If selected, you must write an article about your experience for The Orthopod. Reimbursement will be provided after receipt of your article submission.
Apply By: May 1, 2026
Notified By: June 1, 2026
AOAO Foundation/Pediatric Section Scholarship – $2,000
The purpose of this award is to recognize an Osteopathic: medical student, orthopedic resident, or pediatric orthopedic fellow who has completed a research project pertaining to pediatric orthopedics.
Selection
A panel of Pediatric Section leaders may select one recipient annually to receive this scholarship.
Submission Requirements
- Current Osteopathic medical student, orthopedic resident or pediatric orthopedic fellow
- A completed pediatric orthopedic research project
- CV
- Award winner will present their research at the podium at the Fall AOAO meeting during the pediatric session
- Award prize will be used toward the travel and lodging at the Fall AOAO meeting
Apply By: May 1, 2026
Notified By: June 1, 2026
Outstanding Student Scholarship
The purpose of this scholarship is to offset the expense of school supplies for the medical student selected as the recipient.
Selection
The Outstanding Student Scholarship recipient will be selected by the AOAO Foundation Board based on AOAO membership, activities in their college of osteopathic medicine, volunteer services, leadership roles, and research projects.
Scholarship Requirements
Student must be a member of the SAOAO and submit an application online. At least one letter of reference is required with the application. Once selected, the recipient must submit receipts for school supplies purchased and will be reimbursed up to $250 for actual expenses. The recipient will be recognized during the Awards Ceremony at the AOAO Annual Fall Meeting. Included with the scholarship will be complimentary registration for the Fall Meeting in which the student is recognized as well as recognition in The Orthopod and a plaque.
Apply By: May 1, 2026
Notified By: June 1, 2026