Dr. AJ Smith Endowed Scholarship

An endowed scholarship fund was established by friends and family of Dr. AJ Smith for exemplary leadership at the University of Utah School of Dentistry upon his retirement as Associate Dean of Clinical Affairs and Patient Care. It honors his legacy and commitment to the dental profession and to the education and scholarship of dental students at the UUSOD.

One $1,500 scholarship will be awarded.

Applicant must:
1. Have demonstrated high academic standards.
2. Be a dental student.
3. Be in good academic standing.
4. Completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is required.

Award
$1500.00
Deadline
05/01/2025
Supplemental Questions
  1. Attach a Resume/CV
  2. (SOD) Please provide the name and email address of an individual who can email a letter of recommendation. This letter must come from teacher/professor or community service representative (someone other than a family member)
  3. Between 250 – 500 words, provide a personal essay articulating how your personal and/or professional goals can be supported with this scholarship. Please include any community involvement activities you’ve had the opportunity to be part of and your experience overcoming any life challenge.