Scholarships, Awards and Fellowships
ADEA's annual program offers scholarships, awards, and fellowships to support excellence and leadership in dental education, research, and community health for students and educators.
Funder: American Dental Education Association
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026: Application deadline for ADEA Scholarships, Awards and Fellowships (annual program, projected) | September 2026: Deadline for submission of all application materials for specific scholarships (projected) | September 2026: Extended application deadline for the ADEA/Haleon Dental Hygiene Scholarship (projected)
Funding Amounts: Awards range from $500 (leadership award) to $5,500 (predoctoral scholarships); most scholarships are $1,000–$3,000, typically for one year.
Summary: Annual program supporting students, educators, and fellows in dental education through scholarships, awards, and fellowships.
Key Information: All deadlines are anticipated/projected; confirm dates on the program page before applying.
Description
The American Dental Education Association (ADEA) Scholarships, Awards, and Fellowships program recognizes and supports excellence across the dental education community. Each year, ADEA, often in partnership with corporate sponsors, offers a suite of competitive funding opportunities for students (predoctoral, dental hygiene, allied dental), dental educators, and leadership fellows. The program aims to foster leadership, support academic career development, and honor outstanding contributions to dental education and community health.
Opportunities include scholarships for students pursuing academic careers, awards for leadership and teaching excellence, and fellowships for professional growth within dental education. Funding amounts and eligibility vary by specific award.
