Admissions
Acceptance into professional school is the culmination of several years of hard work and study
To recognize these efforts, Touro California's College of Osteopathic Medicine works to offer internal and external scholarships.
Touro California Scholarships
In addition to federal, state, and private scholarships, Touro University California also offers its own scholarship opportunities:
Diversity and Inclusion Scholarship:
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- Mosaic scholarships are awarded to individuals from underrepresented backgrounds as an investment in diversity and social justice values.
Learn more on the Mosaic page.
External Scholarships
TUCOM does not, contractually or by other arrangement, facilitate the following external scholarships.
American Osteopathic Foundation Scholarships
Students interested in applying for any of these grants should visit the AOF websiteAOF website (opens in a new tab), or links below, to find out criteria, deadlines and submit their applications.
AOA Presidential Memorial Leadership AwardAOA Presidential Memorial Leadership Award (opens in a new tab)
$5,000 awarded annually to one 2nd, 3rd, or 4th-year osteopathic medical student with a current SOMA membership. Students must demonstrate outstanding academic achievements, strong leadership skills, and commitment to the osteopathic profession.
Donna Jones Moritsugu Memorial AwardDonna Jones Moritsugu Memorial Award (opens in a new tab)
Award: Recognition
Nichols LEAD Scholar AwardNichols LEAD Scholar Award (opens in a new tab)
Award: $1,000 Award
Paul S. McCord, DO, Memorial ScholarshipPaul S. McCord, DO, Memorial Scholarship (opens in a new tab)
Award: $1,500 Scholarship
Rocovich Research GrantRocovich Research Grant (opens in a new tab)
4This $3,000 Grant, given annually, recognizes an Osteopathic medical student, resident, fellow, or physician who is advancing the profession by contributing to scholarly work through research and publication on the biomechanical, biomedical, or clinical aspects of Osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT).
Award: $3,000 Grants
Welch Scholars GrantWelch Scholars Grant (opens in a new tab)
$1,500 awarded to 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year osteopathic medical students from each AOA approved college/school of osteopathic medicine. Recipients must be committed to osteopathic medicine, excel academically, and have demonstrated financial need while completing his/her osteopathic education.
Award: $1,500 Grants
William G. Anderson, DO, Minority ScholarshipWilliam G. Anderson, DO, Minority Scholarship (opens in a new tab)
Annual scholarship awards of $10,000 will be presented to three minority students who are committed to osteopathic principles and practice, excel academically, and have proven to be leaders in addressing the educational, societal, and health needs of minorities.
American Medical Association Foundation Scholarships
Students must be nominated by their medical school’s Dean of Students to receive an AMA Foundation Scholarship. Learn more about nominations and eligibility through the Office of the Dean, Student Affairs, or Financial Aid Office.
Physicians of Tomorrow ScholarshipsPhysicians of Tomorrow Scholarships (opens in a new tab)
$10,000 scholarships for rising fourth-year medical students, based on academic excellence and financial need.