Initial Certification Grant for Residents
Well-trained osteopathic family physicians are best positioned to improve the health of patients and communities. To remain at the forefront of the ever-evolving healthcare landscape, we must support the development of future leaders in the osteopathic family medicine community.
In order to relieve some of the financial burden for residents entering the field, the ACOFP Foundation is pleased to announce its call for applications for the Initial Certification Grant. This grant supports the ongoing participation of osteopathic family medicine residents in the AOBFP Initial Certification Exam. The grant will award up to $1,400 for exam fees and travel expenses to residents who don’t have complete funding support from their program to be used for the AOBFP exam. Partial grants may be awarded.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for this opportunity you must be:
- A member of ACOFP (free for residents to join).
- Planning to sit for the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians' written (cognitive) exam, administered through Pearson VUE’s OnVUE online platform, and the OMT performance (practical) exam.
- Must not receive financial support from their residency program or employer sufficient to cover the cost of the AOBFP exam and travel.
- Proof of payment of certification fees, a completed travel expense report form, and a completed W-9 form.
About the Grant
The grant will award up to:
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$1,400
for exam fees and travel expenses
Next steps:
Grant Timeline
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Submissions Open:
Now through February 28, 2025
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Decision Date:
Rolling
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Award Date:
May 2025
Application Process
The Fall 2024/Spring 2025 cycle is now open.
Please note: Applicants must register for the exam separately through AOBFP. The following application is just for the Initial Certification Grant subsidy.