Louise D. Kramer Memorial Scholarship

GRADUATE AWARD and HONORS & RECOGNITION AWARD
The Louise D. Kramer Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a first-, second-, or third-year COMP student. This award is presented to a student who reflects the humanistic and holistic principles inherent in the practice of osteopathic medicine, is in good academic standing, has provided service to the University, and has financial need.

Please limit your applications to a maximum of three Graduate Awards and three Honors & Recognition Awards. Applications exceeding these limits will not be considered.

Prohibition of AI-Generated Content
To maintain academic integrity and ensure the authenticity of work, the use of generative artificial intelligence tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Grammarly GO, Bard, or similar) to produce, rewrite, or substantially edit content in submissions is strictly prohibited. All submitted work must reflect the student’s own original thinking, analysis, and expression. Any use of AI-generated material will be considered a violation of academic honesty policies and may result in disqualification of award application.

Award amounts granted may vary each year depending on available funding.

Notice of Non-discrimination
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Award
Amount Varies
Scopes
COMP, COMP - California Campus Only
Deadline
01/12/2027
Supplemental Questions
  1. In 300 words, please submit an essay describing your service and contributions to the University and how your experiences reflect the humanistic and holistic principles inherent in osteopathic medicine. Highlight meaningful ways you have supported your peers, the University community, or others, and provide examples of how you demonstrate compassion, empathy, collaboration, and a commitment to treating patients as whole individuals. Reflect on how these experiences have shaped your growth as a future osteopathic physician. (A 300-word essay is about 0.5 pages single-spaced or 1.3 pages double-spaced using standard 12-point font and 1-inch margins).
  2. In 300 words, please provide a brief personal statement describing your financial hardship, including the personal circumstances and challenges that have contributed to your financial need and how these challenges have affected your educational journey. You may also describe how financial assistance would support your ability to continue your education and achieve your professional goals. (A 300-word essay is about half a page single-spaced or one full page double-spaced using a standard 12-point font like Times New Roman with 1-inch margins.)