My Next Big Educational Milestone by Emily

My Next Big Educational Milestone by Emily - August 2024 Scholarship Essay

Hello my name is Emily Vargas and I am currently going into my last year of college at University of California Davis. I’ve known since I was a very young girl that I wanted to choose a career in Veterinary practice, which played a huge role in my college decision at UC Davis. Since the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine is ranked #1, I knew the college I wanted to pursue my education in Animal Science would be UC Davis.
Growing up I had an experience that I feel a lot of lower class families have experienced, during my childhood I had a beloved dog named Lady and unfortunately went paralyzed on her back two legs. The nearest Veterinarian was an hour away and the expenses were beyond my parents budget at the time. Ultimately we decided to put her to rest because we questioned her quality of life with the inability to move on her own, which left me devastated and had a lasting impact on my childhood. Lady was more than my pet, she was my best friend and gave me a companionship I will always remember. This experience became the catalyst for my desire to pursue a career as a Veterinarian. I want to provide my hometown a Veterinarian clinic that is affordable to all families regardless of their financial circumstances. If I can give a child from my hometown the opportunity to save their best friend, then I know I've accomplished something in life. Overall, my childhood experience has shaped me into the person I am today and keeps me motivated to pursue a career in veterinary medicine.
As I am getting closer to the end of my college career, there is more in my future that I am looking forward to. I have acted on every opportunity I could possibly get to ensure my future educational goal such as working at a Vet clinic and attending a Pre-Vet Study Abroad program. I am pursuing admission to prestigious schools with esteemed veterinary programs, including University of Pennsylvania and UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine. My passion for veterinary medicine and commitment to helping my community, receiving this scholarship would help me make a meaningful impact in animal care. I am beyond grateful for the opportunity to apply for this scholarship and taking the time out of your day to even consider my application. Your support will make a profound impact in my academic journey, life, and profession. Thank you for your time and consideration.