Merck Manual Award (COMP)
GRADUATE AWARD
The Merck Manual Award (COMP) is generously provided by Merck and Company, and is presented to graduating COMP students for outstanding academic achievement, leadership, and community service.
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
In accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, Western University of Health Sciences (Western U) is committed to ensuring a campus community free from unlawful discrimination. Western U strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination in all its programs, activities, admissions, and employment. This policy applies to all aspects of the university, including education programs, employment, admissions, and any other Western U activities
- Award
- Gift
- Scopes
- COMP, COMP - California Campus Only
- Deadline
- 01/12/2027
- Supplemental Questions
- In 300 words, please write an essay describing your academic achievements, leadership experiences, and commitment to community service. Highlight accomplishments that demonstrate your dedication, personal growth, and ability to positively impact others, and explain how these experiences have shaped your goals as a future healthcare professional. (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).
- Describe your academic accomplishments since starting medical school in 300 words. (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).