Amount: $5,000
Deadline: November 1 (2026 - check for 2027 updates)
Level: graduate
Renewable: No
About
This scholarship supports DPT students from underrepresented groups, including those with disabilities, to promote diversity in physical therapy. It fosters inclusive healthcare practices.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US
- GPA: 3.0+
- Demographic: demographic, disability
- Enrolled in an accredited DPT program
- Member of a racial/ethnic minority group AND/OR a student with a disability
Required Materials
- Application form
- Essay
- Official transcript
- Two letters of recommendation
- Proof of disability (if applicable)
Timeline
Applications open September. Deadline November 1. Winners notified by January.
Tips
Clearly articulate how your disability or minority status has shaped your interest in physical therapy and how you plan to contribute to the field. Highlight any relevant academic or clinical experiences.