Scholarships

Apply for a Travel Scholarship to Attend the CSPS Annual Meeting

The California Society of Plastic Surgeons and the California Society of Plastic Surgeons Educational and Research Foundation are pleased to offer two travel scholarships supporting attendance at the CSPS Annual Meeting.

One scholarship will be awarded to a medical student and one to a resident. Each recipient will receive $1,000 to help offset expenses associated with traveling to and attending the meeting.

Available Scholarships

Medical Student Travel Scholarship

One $1,000 travel scholarship will be awarded to a medical student interested in learning more about plastic surgery and connecting with members of the California plastic surgery community.

Resident Travel Scholarship

One $1,000 travel scholarship will be awarded to a resident seeking opportunities for education, professional development, and engagement with plastic surgeons from across California.

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit:

  • A current curriculum vitae

  • A one-paragraph statement explaining how the travel scholarship and attendance at the CSPS Annual Meeting would support their education, training, or professional goals

Applicants should indicate whether they are applying for the medical student or resident scholarship.

Selection Process

Applications will be reviewed by the CSPS Educational and Research Foundation Board and the CSPS Council. Following review and voting, one recipient will be selected in each scholarship category.

Important Dates

Application deadline: March 1, 2027
Recipients notified: By March 14, 2027

Apply

Take the next step toward connecting with California’s plastic surgery community and experiencing the education, mentorship, and collaboration of the CSPS Annual Meeting.

Questions about the travel scholarships or application process? Contact admin@californiaplasticsurgeons.org