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Optica Foundation · Direct application
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Women in physics, engineering, or related fields with interest in optics and photonics may apply for merit- and need-based support. The program selects 20 scholars annually from universities worldwide; US applicants are eligible alongside international students.
Each scholar receives $10,000 plus a one-year Optica Student Membership, mentorship platform access, and connection with a mentor.
Applications typically open in mid-October and close November 30 each cycle. The 2026 recipients were announced on the foundation page.
The Optica Foundation supports the next generation of leaders in optics and photonics.
The Optica Women Scholars awards $10,000 (20 winners). It is sponsored by Optica Foundation.
The next annual deadline is November 30, 2026. The scholarship is not currently accepting applications; check the sponsor's official page before the next cycle opens.
Key requirements include: Woman; Undergraduate; Graduate; Physical Sciences. Check the full eligibility section above, or create a free Award Scholar profile to have every requirement checked against your profile automatically.
Two scholarships go to full-time predoctoral dental students at accredited U.S. or Canadian schools who have finished at least one year, demonstrate interest in advanced education, and are committed to academic dental careers. ADEA individual membership is required; U.S. and Canadian applicants are eligible. Each recipient receives $5,500. Awards are announced at the ADEA Annual Session; 2025 recipients are listed on the program page. Apply online via MyADEA by September 15 each year (applications typically open mid to late July). Materials include a personal statement, two faculty nomination/evaluation letters, a dean recommendation, and transcripts. Joint program of the American Dental Education Association and Crest Oral-B supporting future dental educators.
Essay written for youTwelve predoctoral dental students at accredited U.S. or Canadian programs receive $2,500 each year. Applicants must have completed at least one year, show strong interest and achievement in preventive dentistry, hold a superior academic record, and be ADEA individual members. Each award is $2,500. The 2026 recipients were announced at the March 2026 ADEA Annual Session. Students apply online through MyADEA by September 15 (portal opens mid to late July). Each school may submit up to three dean-nominated candidates. Required materials include a dean letter, student summary of preventive dentistry activities, CV, and transcripts. Funded by Haleon and ADEA to reward excellence in preventive dentistry education.
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