This grant supports a dental educator's participation in the ADEA Leadership Institute to develop future leaders in dental education and honor Dr. Dominick P. DePaola's legacy.
Funder: American Dental Education Association
Due Dates: September 15, 2025 (application for DePaola Scholar) | September 1, 2026 (site-wide ADEA Scholarships deadline)
Funding Amounts: $15,000 stipend for tuition and fees for ADEA Leadership Institute participation (one award annually)
Summary: Supports a dental educator's participation in the ADEA Leadership Institute to develop future academic leaders in dental education.
Key Information: Applicants must indicate interest in the DePaola Scholar on their ADEA Leadership Institute application.
The ADEA/AADOCR/Colgate-Palmolive Co. Dr. Dominick P. DePaola Scholar in the ADEA Leadership Institute provides a $15,000 stipend to support a dental educator’s tuition and fees for participation in the ADEA Leadership Institute. This award aims to prepare emerging leaders for academic roles within dental institutions, honoring the legacy of Dr. Dominick P. DePaola—a noted leader in dental education and research. The program is highly competitive and targets faculty who demonstrate strong leadership potential and commitment to advancing dental education.