ADEA/AADOCR/Colgate-Palmolive Co. Dr. Dominick P. DePaola Scholar in the ADEA Leadership Institute – Drisko Scholar Program
Forecasted
This grant supports dental educators in leadership and research development through the ADEA Leadership Institute, preparing them for senior academic roles in dental education.
Funder: American Dental Education Association
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2027: Drisko Scholar application deadline (projected) | September 2027: DePaola Scholar application deadline (projected)
Funding Amounts: Drisko Scholar: $10,000 for tuition/fees | DePaola Scholar: $15,000 for tuition/fees; both support participation in the ADEA Leadership Institute (1 year).
Summary: Supports dental educators with demonstrated leadership potential to participate in the ADEA Leadership Institute through tuition scholarships.
Key Information: Application is competitive and requires institutional support; only full-time dental faculty at ADEA member institutions are eligible.
Description
This funding opportunity is designed to cultivate future leaders in academic dentistry by supporting their participation in the ADEA Leadership Institute, the premier yearlong leadership development program for dental faculty. The Drisko and DePaola Scholar programs honor the legacies of Drs. Connie L. and Richard R. Drisko and Dr. Dominick P. DePaola, providing tuition scholarships to outstanding dental educators who demonstrate strong leadership potential and commitment to advancing dental education and research. Through immersive training in strategic decision-making, academic administration, and research leadership, recipients are prepared for senior roles such as department chair, program director, or associate dean.
