Arthur O. Rott, DO, Scholarship

The Arthur O. Rott, DO, Scholarship was created in 2012 by a generous donation from FamilyCare Health Plans, Incorporated, with a focus on investing in the future of osteopathic medicine in Oregon. The recipients will be known as Arthur O. Rott, DO, Scholars. Dr. Rott was known by peers and colleagues as an exemplary educator. The Arthur O. Rott, DO, Scholar will reflect the personality, characteristics, and philosophies held by Dr. Rott, including:

  • Excellence and proficiency in teaching patients and peers
  • Dedication to continuous learning and improvement
  • A commitment to humanistic ideals and excellence in providing medical care to all

The scholarship is awarded to COMP-Northwest students based on academic performance, community participation, and professional involvement. Three scholarships will be awarded to second-year medical students at COMP-Northwest to receive $30,000 each in their third year.. Each of the recipients will be eligible for renewal of the scholarships in their fourth year, based on their status as a student in good standing at COMP-Northwest.

Scholarship Eligibility/Criteria

  • A commitment to practice medicine in the Pacific Northwest is essential
  • Limited to students from Oregon
  • Applicant must be a medical student in good standing, completing their second year at COMP-Northwest
    The selection committee reserves the right to request additional materials, references, letters of support, and information necessary to evaluate the student’s application

Applicants will also be evaluated on:

  • Commitment to practice in the Northwest
  • Academic performance
  • CV or resume
  • Recommendations
  • Personal essay

A student may only apply for either the Heatherington OR Rott scholarship, but not both.

Award
Amount Varies
Scopes
COMP, COMP - Northwest Campus Only
Deadline
01/21/2025
Supplemental Questions
  1. Oregon Resident since
  2. High School Attended
  3. High School Location
  4. Please indicate your desired specialty.
  5. Geographic location where you plan to work following completion of your residency
  6. Upload a copy of your CV or resume.
  7. Reference1: Please provide the name and email address of a reference who will provide a letter of recommendation in support of your application. The person should have detailed knowledge of your medical education (i.e. a preceptor, or medical school faculty).
  8. Reference2: Please provide the name and email address of a reference who will provide a letter of recommendation in support of your application. The person should have detailed knowledge of your medical education (i.e. a preceptor, or medical school faculty).
  9. Rott Essay: 1) Describe why you want to be a physician and include what contributions you expect to make to the health care profession; 2) Expand on your creative leadership skills and how you’ve inspired others in the community; and 3) Explain how you’ve educated others about osteopathic principles and philosophies.
  10. Please upload a photo of yourself (headshot preferred).
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