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Carol Bauhs Benson Scholarship

American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA) Institute for Oral Health

Carol Bauhs Benson Scholarshipis established in memory of Carol Bauhs Benson. This scholarship is part of ADHAs Institute for Oral Health Scholarship Program. This scholarship offers financial assistance to dental hygiene students and dental hygienists who demonstrate a commitment to advance the discipline of dental hygiene. This is awarded to a student pursuing a certificate or associate who resides in the Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, or Wisconsin.

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Eligibility Requirements

  • Age/Grade Level:
    Applicants must be pursuing a certificate or associate program in dental hygiene.
  • Minimum GPA:
    3.50
  • Financial Need:
    Required
  • Other Academic Requirements:
    Must have completed a minimum of one year in a dental hygiene program prior to receiving an ADHA Institute scholarship award. Students may be in the process of completing their first year when application is submitted;
  • Residence:
    The scholarship is open to students who reside in the following states: Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, or Wisconsin.
  • College:
    Must be enrolled in an accredited dental hygiene program in the United States
  • Major/Career:
    Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited dental hygiene program in the United States.
  • Organization:
    Applicants must be a professional member or student member of the American Dental Hygienists Association (ADHA).

Application Details

  • Transcript:
    Not required
  • Resume/Activity List:
    Not required
  • Essay:
    All applicants must prepare a goal statement in 100 words or less describing: 1) your long-term career goals following graduation; 2) your intended contribution to the dental hygiene profession; 3) your professional interests; and 4) how your extracurricular activities and your degree enhance the attainment of your goals.
  • Other Materials:
    Applicants must submit the student application with the following: Faculty Evaluation Section: This section of the application is to be completed by your faculty advisor or another member of your dental hygiene faculty.Program Director Section: This section of the application is to be completed by your dental hygiene program director.

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