[ADEAGies Foundation](https://www.adea.org/adeagies-foundation)

September 15, 2025 (Application deadline)

Tuition support for 3–4 early career dental school deans to attend Bell Institute leadership seminars; covers full tuition for Leader’s Roundtable and Achievers Seminar.

Tuition support for early career dental school deans to participate in Bell Institute leadership development seminars.

--- ## Description The ADEAGies Foundation Bell Leadership Institute Tuition Awards provide funding to cover the tuition of three to four early career dental school deans, enabling them to attend the Leader’s Roundtable of the Bell Institute and the annual Achievers Seminar. The award is made possible by a contribution from Rick Workman, D.M.D., a Foundation Trustee, and his wife Angie Workman. The program is designed to foster leadership development among new dental school deans, supporting their professional growth and enhancing their effectiveness as academic leaders. --- ## Due Dates - Application deadline: September 15, 2025 - Notification of award decisions: On or before December 5, 2025 --- ## Funding Amount - The award covers full tuition for three to four recipients to attend the Bell Institute Leader’s Roundtable and Achievers Seminar. - No direct cash award; funding is applied to program tuition. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be early career dental school deans. - Must be nominated by the dean, program director, academic dean, or equivalent administrative leader at an ADEA Member Institution. - Nominee must be an individual member of ADEA. - Demonstrated leadership at their institution, in the community, or through research is required. - Evidence of increasing administrative responsibility, scholarly contributions, and experience in faculty development or community outreach is expected. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted online through the ADEA portal. - Required materials: - Completed application form - Current curriculum vitae - Nomination letter from the institution’s dean, program director, or equivalent - Two letters of recommendation from professional colleagues - Faxed or emailed applications are not accepted. - The nominator may submit up to two nominations per year. - All applicants will be notified of the selection committee’s decision by December 5, 2025. --- ## Additional Information - The program provides up to 67 continuing education credits. - Deferments for one year may be considered in extenuating circumstances, with approval from the dean or designee. - Identified information (e.g., biographies) of awardees may be published on the ADEA website and used in promotional materials. --- ## External Links - [Bell Leadership Institute Tuition Awards – Official Program Page](https://www.adea.org/adeagies-foundation/grants-and-awards/awards-and-fellowships-funded) - [ADEA Leadership Institute Application Portal](https://adeali.secure-platform.com/a) - [ADEAGies Foundation Home](https://www.adea.org/adeagies-foundation) - [ADEA Scholarships, Awards, and Fellowships Overview](https://www.adea.org/home/education/ADEA-Scholarships-Awards-and-Fellowships) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | Web Form | |----------------------------|--------------------------------------------|---------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | ADEAGies Foundation | ManjunathD@adea.org | 202-289-7201 | [Contact ADEAGies Foundation](https://www.adea.org/adeagies-foundation/contact-us) | | ADEA Office of Learning | ProfessionalDevelopment@adea.org | — | — | ---

Bell Leadership Institute Tuition Awards

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