Dentsply Sirona and the Foundation for Endodontics to award scholarships for aspiring endodontic specialists

Endodontics

Dentsply Sirona and the Foundation for Endodontics are proud to support three annual scholarships for endodontic residency students. The current application period for the first three scholarships runs through March 15, 2024.

Charlotte, N.C. / Chicago, IL. Studying dentistry often means incurring high debt. According to the American Dental Association (ADA), the average amount owed after graduation is around $300,000.* This financial burden is an important factor in deciding to become a dentist, and where to specialize.

Financial Support for Aspiring Endodontic Specialists

The “Foundation for Endodontics and Dentsply Sirona Freedom Scholarship” is a joint project of Dentsply Sirona and Foundation for Endodontics. The scholarships will provide financial assistance toward tuition fees for second or third-year endodontic residents.

Key Features of the Foundation for Endodontics and Dentsply Sirona Freedom Scholarship:

Five-Year Commitment: Dentsply Sirona has pledged a five-year commitment to contribute $150,000 annually to the Foundation for Endodontics, which will manage the scholarship recipient selection process and fund distribution.
Annual Awards: Each year, three meritorious endodontic residents will receive a one-time $50,000 scholarship to assist them with the cost of tuition, courses, equipment, books and other training-related expenses.
Eligibility Criteria: Candidates must be post-graduate residents of CODA-accredited endodontic programs in the United States or Canada. They must also be citizens or permanent residents of these countries, with a GPA of 3.1 or higher in dental school and endodontic residency.
Application Process: The application process includes an online form, a personal statement, two letters of recommendation, official transcripts, and documentation of tuition and fees. The submission deadline for the upcoming academic year is March 15, 2024.

Advancing endodontics—because every tooth counts

"Every tooth is important," says Andrew Robinson, Senior Vice President, North America Regional Commercial Organization at Dentsply Sirona. "Preserving natural teeth improves overall health and sets the stage for a healthy, natural smile. We want to help endodontists move forward with confidence on their journey."

Dr. Margot Kusienski, President of Foundation for Endodontics expressed enthusiasm for the program: "We are thrilled to partner with Dentsply Sirona to create the Foundation for Endodontics and Dentsply Sirona Freedom Scholarship. By providing substantial financial support, we aim to empower talented endodontic residents to pursue their passion without the overwhelming burden of student debt."

The Freedom Scholarship Committee will review applications and determine scholarship winners in partnership with the Foundation's Board of Trustees. Scholarship recipients will be announced at the AAE APICES meeting in August 2024, an annual event for AAE Resident members and recent graduates.

* https://www.ada.org/-/media/project/ada-organization/ada/ada-org/files/resources/research/hpi/hpigraphic_0421_2.pdf?rev=9842f1f198184ba78d75d2254f695581&hash=24E0F760A7F18B3B04086AF309079103

** All information for candidates, program guidelines, and all criteria can be found here:
https://www.aae.org/foundation/funding-opportunities/resident-grants/

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