Scholarships
The Iowa Dental Foundation was formed as a non-profit public foundation by members of the Iowa Dental Association to benefit the general public.
One of the specific purposes of the Foundation is the granting of scholarships to individuals seeking education or further education in the fields of dentistry, dental hygiene, dental assisting, or dental lab technician in an Iowa accredited program. Scholarships will be awarded on the basis of character and financial need of the applicant and will be awarded without regard to race, creed, color, sex, national origin, or physical handicap.
Download ApplicationThe total number of scholarships awarded and their amounts vary each year.
- D3 Dental Students: $2,500-$5,000
- Dental Hygiene Students: $500-$750
- Dental Assistant Students: $500-$750
- Dental Lab Technician Students: $500-$750
Completed applications are due by March 31, with notifications of application status no later than June 30.
2023 Scholarship Recipients
Alondra Hernandez
Makenna Hoffman
About Makenna
Being a recipient of the Iowa Dental Foundation Scholarship helps relieve some of the financial burden that comes with pursuing a college education. I am thankful for the generosity of the IDF and that they were so gracious to award me with a scholarship this year. I am excited to begin the journey of dental hygiene school this fall!