Scholarships at Yo San University

Our scholarship programs provide students with a remarkable educational opportunity based on the generosity of our alumni and friends. Each scholarship from Yo San has a distinct eligibility requirement, award amount, and selection criteria. You will find the many scholarships available within one of these three categories: Master’s and Entry-level Doctorate Degree programs, Advanced Doctoral Degree program, and Company sponsored scholarships. Contact the Student Affairs Coordinator for more information.

1. Master's and Entry Level Doctorate Degree Scholarships
2. Advanced Doctoral Degree Scholarships
3. Institutional and Company Scholarships

Master's and Entry Level Doctorate Degree Scholarships

Way of Tao Scholarship

The Way of Tao Scholarship welcomes and encourages academically strong TCM students to transfer into our MAcCHM/DAcCHM program, continue their TCM education at Yo San University, and be an integral part of the Yo San community of teachers, students and healers.

Award Amount: Up to $4,500 in tuition credit applicable to the first trimester in the MAcCHM/DAcCHM program at YSU.

Eligibility: (1) New transfer students admitted into the MAcCHM or DAcCHM program, who are not current or previous students of YSU. (2) Strong academic performance from previous TCM college, with a cumulative GPA of no less than 3.3. Previous TCM education must be within 3 calendar years of transfer to YSU.

Availability: Up to six (6) awards per trimester.

Selection Criteria: Applicants must submit a completed scholarship application. The recipient(s) will be selected by a scholarship committee based on each applicant’s academic records presented in the application

Conditions:

1. One-time non-renewable award
2. Unused tuition credit will not be carried over into subsequent trimester(s), and has no cash value
3. Must not be concurrent recipient of any other YSU scholarships

Founders’ Scholarship

The Founders’ Scholarship recognizes outstanding personal and professional achievements in new and transfer students to the MAcCHM/DAcCHM Program.

Award Amount: $1,000 in tuition credit.

Eligibility: New MAcCHM/DAcCHM students and transfer students with no more than 48 transfer credits.

Selection Criteria: Demonstrate outstanding personal and professional achievement(s).

No application is required other than application for admission.

President’s Scholarship

The President’s Scholarship recognizes academic excellence in the pre-clinical years in the MAcCHM/DAcCHM program.

Award Amount: $1,500 tuition credit per trimester, renewable for up to six consecutive trimesters (for a total award amount of up to $9,000)

Eligibility: New and continuing students in the first two academic years (defined as having completed less than 96 units of coursework) of the MAcCHM/DAcCHM program

Availability: Up to two (2) awards per trimester.

Selection Criteria: For the initial award, applicants must submit a completed scholarship application.

Renewal Criteria: The recipient(s) will be selected by a scholarship committee based on each applicant’s academic performance.

1. Outstanding academic performance
2. Maintaining minimum term GPA of 3.5
3. Maintaining a full-time course load of no less than 12 credits
4. Maintaining in overall good standing (payment of outstanding balances, absence of adverse disciplinary actions, etc)
5. Must not be concurrent recipient of any other YSU scholarships

Yo San Legacy Scholarship (MAcCHM/DAcCHM)

The Yo San Legacy Scholarship recognizes academic excellence and perseverance in the MAcCHM/DAcCHM program, and honors the continuation of the 39th generation of the Yo San Legacy as represented by our students.

Award Amount: $1,000 tuition credit per trimester, renewable for six consecutive trimesters (for a total award amount of up to $6,000).

Eligibility: Currently enrolled MAcCHM/DAcCHM students who have completed at least two years (defined as 96 credit units) in the program.

Availability: Up to two (2) awards per trimester.

Selection Criteria: For the initial award, applicants must submit a completed scholarship application.

Renewal Criteria: The recipient(s) will be selected by a scholarship committee based on each applicant’s academic performance as well as contributions in general to the YSU community.

1. Outstanding academic performance
2. Maintaining minimum term GPA of 3.5
3. Maintaining a full-time course load of no less than 12 credits
4. Maintaining in overall good standing (payment of outstanding balances, absence of adverse disciplinary actions, etc)
5. Must not be concurrent recipient of any other YSU scholarships

Dean’s Prize

The Dean’s Prize is awarded every trimester to the student with the highest score on the MAcCHM/DAcCHM Graduation Examination.

Award Amount: $150 cash prize

Eligibility:  First-time test-takers with a minimum test score of 80% is required.

Availability: One award per trimester

Board of Trustees Meritorious Award

The Board of Trustees Meritorious Award is presented annually to the graduating student with the highest final cumulative grade point average (above 3.75). This award is presented at the annual commencement ceremony.

Award Amount: $300 cash prize

Eligibility: Graduating student with the highest final cumulative grade point average (minimum GPA of 3.75).

Availability: One award per year.

Advanced Doctoral Degree Scholarships

Chancellor’s Scholarship

Award Amount: $1,500 tuition credit per trimester, renewable for three (3) consecutive trimesters (for a total award amount of up to $4,500).

Eligibility: New DAOM students and transfer students with no more than 18 transfer credits

Availability: Up to three (3) awards per cohort.

Selection Criteria: For the initial award, applicants must submit a completed scholarship application. The recipient(s) will be selected by a scholarship committee based on each applicant’s academic performance in his/her entry-level degree program, as well as documented personal and professional achievements.

Renewal Criteria: Maintaining satisfactory academic progress in the DAOM program, as well as maintaining in overall good standing (payment of outstanding balances, absence of adverse disciplinary actions, etc).

Yo San Legacy Scholarship (DAOM)

The Yo San Legacy Scholarship recognizes academic excellence and perseverance in the DAOM program, and honors the continuation of the 39th generation of the Yo San Legacy as represented by our students.

Award Amount: $1,500 tuition credit per trimester, renewable for three (3) consecutive trimesters (for a total award amount of up to $4,500).

Eligibility: Currently enrolled DAOM students who have maintained satisfactory academic progress in his/her first year of study in the DAOM program.

Availability: Up to three (3) awards per trimester.

Selection Criteria: For the initial award, applicants must submit a completed scholarship application. The recipient(s) will be selected by a scholarship committee based on each applicant’s academic performance as well as contributions in general to the YSU community.

Renewal Criteria: Maintaining satisfactory academic progress in the DAOM program, as well as maintaining in overall good standing (payment of outstanding balances, absence of adverse disciplinary actions, etc).

DAOM Distinction Award

The DAOM Distinction Award is presented annually to the graduating DAOM student who has distinguished himself/herself in the multifaceted arenas of academic achievement, clinic excellence and scholarly activities. This award is presented at the annual commencement ceremony.

Award Amount: $300 cash prize.

Eligibility: Nominated by the DAOM Faculty for outstanding academic achievement, clinic excellence and scholarly activities.

Availability: One award per year.

Institutional and Company Sponsored Scholarships

NuHerbs Scholarship

Three scholarships are available to students from Yo San University with a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA.
The three scholarships to be awarded are:

Nuherbs Scholarship: $2,000
Herbal Times Scholarship: $1,500
Jade Dragon Scholarship: $1,000

Through this scholarship program, Nuherbs Co. has pledged its ongoing support to the future of Chinese Medicine and this beautiful heritage of healing.
More info is available at http://nuherbs.com/giving/scholarship

Trudy McAllister Scholarship

The AOM Scholarship Fund established by the Trudy McAllister Foundation supports students who show promise of making significant contributions either to clinical practice and/or to the understanding of the role of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (AOM) in a modern context. The Foundation also supports research and related activities that promote the advancement of AOM.

More info is available at http://trudymcalisterfoundation.org/index.php/application/

Tillman Military Scholar Program

The Tillman Scholar Program unites and empowers remarkable military veterans and spouses as the next generation of public and private sector leaders committed to service beyond self. The fellowship supports Tillman Scholars with academic scholarships, a national network, and professional development opportunities so they are empowered to make an impact in the fields of medicine, law, business, policy, technology, education and the arts.

More info is available at http://pattillmanfoundation.org/apply-to-be-a-scholar/

Hazen Emergency Fund

The Hazen Emergency Fund was made possible by the generous gifts of YSU alumna Corie Tappin, L.Ac (MATCM Class of 2013). Through this fund, students in both the Master's and Doctoral Degree Programs may request an interest-free loan of up to $500 for bona fide emergencies, as long as funds are available. The fund operates on the good faith that the borrowers will repay the loan, as the monies loaned to students comes from the repayment of past borrowers.

To apply for the Hazen Emergency Fund, please contact the YSU Director of Financial Aid.