Audiology Foundation of America
Outstanding AuD Student Scholarship

WHAT?

The AFA Outstanding Third Year AuD Student Scholarship provides funds for one student pursuing the Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) degree from institutions in the U.S. or Canada and who are entering the third year of an AuD program in the Fall of 2010. Students are recognized for their academic achievement and professional potential. One scholarship of $4500 will be given this year. The program is made possible through donations to the Audiology Foundation of America.

WHY?

The Outstanding Au.D. Student Scholarship program supports the mission of the Audiology Foundation of America to transform audiology into a doctoral profession with the AuD as its distinctive designator. The program exemplifies the goals of the Foundation and its commitment to fostering the education and training of audiologists to meet the needs of the public, especially those with impaired hearing.

HOW?

The Audiology Foundation of America will promote the scholarship to Au.D. program directors in the U.S. and Canada. The AFA office will collect all applications and forward them to the Scholarship Committee. The AFA Board of Directors has devised guidelines, which the Scholarship Committee will follow to select the awardees.

WHO?

Each nominee must:

1) be a citizen or permanent resident of the U.S. and its territories or Canada.

2) not be a licensed (or registered) practicing audiologist.

3) be enrolled in a 4 year AuD program.

4) currently be in the second year of an AuD program.

5) be a full-time student.

6) be nominated by their program director or faculty member by Jan. 28, 2010.  Nomination Form (Word Version of Nomination Form) A letter of recommendation must be included with the nomination.

7) complete the AFA's scholarship application process by Feb. 15, 2010. Student Application  (Word Version of Student Application)   Clinical Evaluation form

Questions & Answers

Is the scholarship based on financial need?
No, the scholarship is based on the candidate's merit and the committee's assessment of each individual's potential to excel as a professional audiologist.

Is the scholarship renewable?
No, it is given annually to one student entering the third year of an AuD program in Fall 2010. 

How is the Audiology Foundation of America funding this scholarship?
The AFA is funding the scholarship through support of its contributors.