George Malmberg Scholarship for Compounding Excellence

Up to two $1,000 scholarships for student pharmacists and recent graduates with a demonstrated interest in compounding and independent pharmacy.

About the Scholarship

Celebrating Excellence in Compounding

The American College of Apothecaries Research and Education Foundation is awarding up to two (2) $1,000 George Malmberg Scholarships for Compounding Excellence.

The George Malmberg Scholarship for Compounding Excellence is awarded to an individual with a demonstrated interest in pharmaceutical compounding and independent pharmacy, who shows leadership qualities, extracurricular involvement, and a high level of academic success.

About George Malmberg

George Malmberg (1949–2013) was an icon in the compounding pharmacy profession, a friend and beloved mentor to many who lead and will lead the industry. He was a passionate advocate for the rights of prescribers and pharmacists to develop customized medicines for people and animals. He was generous with his time, money, and talent, frequently leading efforts to defend the legal rights of compounding pharmacists and patients who need access to personalized medications.

This scholarship was established in his memory by his wife, Lucy Malmberg, RPh, FACA, FACVP, as a way to continue George’s commitment to the future of compounding pharmacy.

At a Glance

Award

Up to two (2) $1,000 scholarships annually

Application Periods

February 1 – May 31
July 1 – November 30

Eligibility

Student pharmacists or recent graduates (PharmD received within the prior 36 months)

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Student Scholarship Award Criteria

How Do I Apply?

Eligibility: Student pharmacists or recent graduates (received PharmD in prior 36 months).

The ACA Research & Education Foundation’s George Malmberg Student Scholarship for Compounding Excellence will be awarded on the following:

Leadership Qualities: Candidates will be evaluated by the ACA Research & Education Foundation Scholarship Committee on the basis of leadership qualities and accomplishments with a demonstrated interest in an independent compounding pharmacy, as well as involvement in extracurricular activities. These qualities will be measured by the required supporting documents.
Academic Achievement: Scholastic success is a necessary condition for consideration and will be measured using college transcripts.
Demonstrated Interest: Scholarships are awarded based on career goals and objectives and established interest in independent compounding pharmacy as a career option.

All applicants must:

Fill out the Scholarship Application below. Incomplete applications may be summarily disqualified from consideration.
Be currently enrolled in an accredited U.S. school or college of pharmacy on a full-time basis during the term that the scholarship is awarded, or have received a PharmD within the past 36 months.
Submit a letter from a faculty member or college advisor familiar with your qualifications, OR a letter from a pharmacy owner or manager, or an ACA or ACVP Fellow or Member.
Submit a personal statement of up to 500 words outlining your academic and professional accomplishments and goals for the future. This statement should also detail your demonstrated interest in pharmaceutical compounding and how your selection to receive this scholarship will allow you to achieve your career goals. Please do not send additional information such as research projects, published articles, etc.

Note: Applicants may only receive this scholarship one time. Family members of ACA Research & Education Foundation Officers or ACA/ACVP Officers are not eligible to participate in the program.

The ACA Foundation may award two (2) George Malmberg Scholarships annually.