Scholarships, Awards and Fellowships
ADEA's annual program funds students and educators in dental education for leadership, teaching, research, and academic career development through scholarships and awards.
Funder: American Dental Education Association
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2026 (application window opens for ADEA/Haleon Dental Hygiene Scholarship) | September 2026 (sitewide application deadline, including Crest Oral‑B, MouthWatch, Haleon Preventive Dentistry, and ADEA/Haleon Dental Hygiene Scholarship)
Funding Amounts: Scholarships and awards typically range from $500 to $5,500; most individual awards are $1,000–$3,000; durations are one year.
Summary: Annual program supporting students and educators in dental education with scholarships, awards, and fellowships for leadership, teaching, and academic career development.
Key Information: All dates are projected; check ADEA program pages for updates.
Description
The American Dental Education Association (ADEA) annually recognizes achievement and distinction among its members through a robust Scholarships, Awards and Fellowships program. In partnership with corporate collaborators, ADEA offers a wide range of funding opportunities for both students and educators in dental and allied dental education. These programs are designed to support leadership development, teaching excellence, innovation, and the pursuit of academic careers. The program includes sitewide and individual scholarships for predoctoral dental students, dental hygiene students, and early-career educators, as well as specific awards for leadership, community service, and preventive dentistry.
