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Investing in tomorrow’s endodontic leaders

Student loan debt continues to grow, especially for dental specialists in residency programs. For many endodontic residents, financial pressure can limit career choices and delay long-term goals. 

 

Created to support promising endodontic residents, the Freedom Scholarship, in partnership with the Foundation for Endodontics and Dentsply Sirona, provides meaningful financial relief. Through a five-year commitment totaling $750,000, this initiative empowers three exceptional residents annually with $50,000 each to support tuition, equipment, and training-related expenses. 

Imagine what you can achieve

Watch the video to hear how last year’s recipients were impacted by the scholarship.

Key benefits of the Foundation for Endodontics and Dentsply Sirona Freedom Scholarship

Focused on your future

A $50,000 one-time award helps you reduce your financial burden and stay focused on your path in endodontics. 
Merit-based recognition

Awarded to residents who demonstrate academic excellence and potential for impact in the field. 
Empowered education 

Use funds toward tuition, books, instruments, and other educational costs—so you can fully invest in your training.
A supportive community 

Connect with peers, mentors, and advocates who believe in the power of clinical education to advance dentistry. 

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Are you eligible?

Residents who demonstrate leadership, compassion, and commitment to excellence in endodontics are encouraged to apply. The Freedom Scholarship is available to: 
Postgraduate residents

Postgraduate residents of CODA-accredited endodontic programs in the United States or Canada.
Dental School applicants

Applicants with a dental school and residency GPA of 3.1 or higher.
Citizens or Residents

Must be a permanant resident of the United States or Canada.

2024 Freedom Scholarship Winners

Dr. Chloe Beninati

“I truly cannot thank you enough. I am honored to be a Freedom Scholarship recipient. Understanding the sacrifices, hard work, and financial investment that goes into the years of our educational training, I am so grateful to be recognized for my accomplishments. This Scholarship has lifted a tremendous financial burden off my family so that we can be excited about this next stage of my career. ”

Stony Brook School of Dental Medicine

Dr. Andrew Sullivan

“I am so truly thankful. I can not emphasize enough how much of a blessing this scholarship is . This is an act of extreme kindness and generosity of Dentsply and the doctors that support them. I will always be able to look back on and be inspired to be generous with any way I can be a blessing others.”

Indiana University School of Dentistry

Dr. Brittney Brown

“This scholarship has honestly given me a boost of motivation… Financially, it’s taken some of the pressure off, which means I can put more energy into learning, growing, and becoming the best endodontist I can be. It’s also reminded me why I started this journey—to help people—and it’s made me even more committed to giving back in my career, especially to underserved communities.”

University of Southern California Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry

What do you need to apply?

Online application form

Start your journey by submitting the official application form.
Personal statement

Tell your story— why you’re an ideal candidate. Highlight your merit, financial need, career goals, or anything else that sets you apart.
Two letters of recommendation

Submit two recommendation letters: one on your strengths, one showing institutional support.
Official transcripts

Provide transcripts from any pre-doctoral and post-graduate programs.
Tuition and fee documentation

Submit official documentation from your school stating tuition and associated fees for the postgraduate program.
Curriculum Vitae

Provide a current CV summarizing your education, qualifications, and career path.

See full application requirements here.

Ready to Apply?

Take the next step in your career with meaningful support behind you. Applications are now open for the 2026 Freedom Scholarship. 
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Frequently asked questions

Applications open on November 1, 2025.

The Foundation for Endodontics reviews applications based on academic performance, personal statement, recommendations, and potential for impact. 

  • Must be a post-graduate resident of a CODA-accredited endodontic program. 
  • Must be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States or Canada. 
  • Eligible applicants may apply during any year of residency for following academic year or, in the case of residents, in their final year of training.
  • Scholarship funds are intended to cover the cost of post-graduate endodontic tuition, courses, equipment, books, and/or fees for training related purposes, or in the case of residents nearing graduation, to pay student debt. Scholarship funds will be paid directly to the recipient's institution, except in cases of residents in their final year of training, these funds will be paid to the individual (in this case funds will be considered taxable income).
  • Residents enrolled in any program where tuition and fees do not exist or are paid in full are not eligible. 
  • May not be an employee of or influencer for Dentsply Sirona.
  • May not be a family member of an employee or influencer for Dentsply Sirona.
  • Must be an AAE member in good standing.
  • Must have 3.1 GPA or higher in dental school and thus far in endodontic residency (transcripts required). If applicant’s dental school and/or endodontic residency does not utilize numerical GPAs, please submit a letter from your dental school and/or post-graduate program director (endodontics) stating that you were a passing student in good academic standing (transcripts should also be included in this case). 
  • Only one award per applicant in their lifetime.

1. Fill out the online application.


2. A personal statement (two-page limit):

Personal statement should outline the applicant’s story and the reason(s) they are an excellent candidate for this scholarship. This may include merit, life challenges, financial  burdens, career aspirations, and/or other reasons.


3. Two letters of recommendation:

One letter should highlight the academic and personal knowledge of the candidate. The other letter should demonstrate the institutional support for the candidate. Both shall be submitted directly to the Foundation, not to the applicant.

  •  From the Post-graduate Endodontic Program Director 
  •  From any practicing endodontist

4. Official Transcripts: 

     All post-graduate program (residency) transcripts must be provided. Transcripts are required.

5. Statement of Tuition and Fees: 

Official documentation from school stating tuition and associated fees for the post-graduate program. Selected candidates will be invited to an interview with the selection committee, who will recommend finalists to the Foundation for Endodontics Board of Trustees for final approval.

6. Curriculum Vitae:

A written summary of the applicant’s career, qualifications, and education

 

Selected candidates will be invited to an interview with the selection committee, who will recommend finalists to the Foundation for Endodontics Board of Trustees for final approval. 

The Foundation encourages all applicants to be familiar with their commitments to existing student loans. If student loans are secured prior to the receipt of this scholarship and they are no longer needed once the Foundation for Endodontics and Dentsply Sirona Freedom Scholarship is received, it is the student’s/resident’s responsibility to notify the Office of Financial Aid to reduce the loan amount. The Foundation does not take responsibility for any repayment of loans due to the timeline/receipt of this scholarship.