ADEA/Haleon Dental Hygiene Scholarship 

Purpose

The ADEA Haleon Dental Hygiene Scholarship aims to support and empower future dental hygienists who are dedicated to improving everyday health with humanity. This scholarship will focus on individuals who demonstrate a strong commitment to inclusivity and community health. This scholarship aligns with Haleon’s mission of delivering better everyday health by supporting the development of dental professionals who can empower individuals to take better care of their health while contributing to the well-being of their communities.

Candidates must be currently enrolled in an accredited dental hygiene program, pursuing a full-time course of study and have at least one year remaining before completing their program. The candidate must demonstrate their interest in advancing community health and inclusivity through academic work and/or personal initiatives. Only one candidate may be submitted for each dental hygiene program, and we ask that each candidate discuss this with their Program Director prior to filing an application.

Overview

The ADEA Haleon Dental Hygiene scholarship provides one award in the amount of $2,500 to a dental hygiene student who is pursuing a career in dental hygiene. This scholarship is designed to foster the growth of dental hygienists who are not only academically dedicated but also have a passion for improving oral health in underserved communities.

Eligibility Requirements

• Submit only one candidate application for each dental hygiene program. (Please discuss this with your Program Director prior to applying.)
• Candidates must be enrolled full-time in an accredited dental hygiene program.
• Candidates must have at least one year remaining before completing their program.
• Candidates must demonstrate an interest in advancing community health and inclusivity through academic work and/or personal initiatives.
• Your application to this scholarship will use your existing information in your ADEA profile. Please ensure your profile is updated prior to starting your application.

Application Process Checklist

The following application materials are required and must be uploaded to the online application:

1. Applicants must submit a personal essay (500 words) describing their community service experiences and highlighting the impact of their work and how it aligns with the values of health and inclusivity.
2. A letter from the Program Director that confirms the full-time status of the candidate in an accredited dental hygiene program and verifies the activities that demonstrate a commitment to advancing community health and inclusivity through academic work and/or personal initiatives.
3. Scholarship recipients will be required to comply with the ADEA Conduct Code on the Prevention of Harassment, Discrimination, and Bias at ADEA Meetings.

De-identified applicant information will be used to improve scholarships at ADEA and may be published. Identified information (e.g., biographies) of successful winners will be published on the ADEA website, shared with your home institution, and may be used in ADEA promotional material. By applying to this scholarship, you agree that you have read and understand how your information could be used.

Application Deadline

Applications will only be accepted from July 15, 2025, until Sept. 15, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. ET through ADEA’s online application.

Notification Date and Award Announcement

Scholarship recipients and applicants not receiving awards will be notified by Dec. 5, 2025.

Awards will be announced during the 2026 ADEA Annual Session & Exhibition, March 21–24, 2026, in Montréal, Canada.