APAO Academic Award

The Academic Award is open to PAs in hematology/oncology who are pursuing an advanced degree or certification program.

Recipients of the APAO Academic Award will receive a one-time monetary award to apply toward the cost of academic tuition and offset educational expenses.

Scholarship Information:

• Up to $2,500 scholarship will be awarded 

Eligibility Criteria:

• Graduate of an accredited PA Program
• Work in a hematology/oncology setting as a PA
• Member in good standing of APAO
• Enrolled in or applying to an advanced degree or certification program
• The award cannot be given to the same individual more than once

Award Recipient Requirements:

• Award monies will be dispersed upon proof of program acceptance
• The recipient must matriculate in to their program within 1 year of award notice
• The recipient must complete his or her degree/certification within three years of award disbursement
• APAO should be notified of any address changes

Personal Statement:

In 500-750 words, please tell us how you plan to use your advanced degree/certification to further your professional career and your contributions to advance the hematology/oncology PA profession. 

Letter of Recommendation (LOR):

Include only one (1) original letter of reference on official letterhead from a Healthcare Professional, who can attest to your capability of advancing the hematology/oncology PA profession and your ability work in a clinical/research setting in the field of hematology/oncology. Please have the evaluator electronically submit the letter of reference directly to admin@apao.cc or mail to APAO – Academic Award, 222 S Westmonte Dr., Suite 111, Altamonte Springs, FL 32714 in a sealed envelope. If the letter is e-mailed, it must be sent from the evaluator’s e-mail address. Scanned copies are accepted.

• Name of Evaluator
• Position
• E-mail
• Phone number

Process:

Interested PAs should submit a completed application form to APAO to be considered for the award.

Application Deadline: April 30, 2026