EAA Doctoral Scholarship

The Doctoral Scholarship sponsored by the Educational Audiology Association is awarded on an annual basis. Up to $2,000 of financial assistance will be presented to a student or students enrolled in good standing in a Doctoral of Audiology (AuD) or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program at an accredited university. The applicant must show a vested interest in educational and/or pediatric audiology either through research, volunteerism, or clinical experience. The scholarship is not based on financial need.

Complete Online Application

Applications are due May 1. Questions? Contact the Vice President of Nominations and Awards at EAA Interim Executive Director, Tori Ashton.

Requirements
  • The applicant must be a student member of the Educational Audiology Association.
  • Proof of Enrollment — The application must provide proof of enrollment in an accredited AuD or PhD program. Please include a letter from the program director that verifies the applicant's good standing within the program.
  • The applicant must be enrolled in the 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year within the academic program.
  • Transcripts verifying a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
  • Completed Application Form (below).
Essay (maximum 1,000 words)

Please address each of the following statements:

  • 1. Describe why you would like to pursue a career with a focus in the area of educational and/or pediatric audiology.
  • 2. Describe your skills and strengths that make you particularly suited to work with children who have hearing challenges.
  • 3. Identify an individual and explain how that person has influenced your pursuit of a career in educational/pediatric audiology.
Additional Application Materials
  • Copy of Resume.
  • Two Letters of Recommendation: one from a faculty member on university letterhead, and one from a clinical supervisor from the applicant's program.
Selection & Award

The selection committee will consist of a panel of at least three reviewers including the Nominations and Awards Chairperson. The scholarship will be awarded annually. Recipients will be honored at the EAA Conference held every other year.

Complete Online Application

Applications are due May 1.


Previous Recipients

  • 2024 Molly Bastida, Illinois State University
  • 2023 Kasey Cain, California State University, Sacramento
  • 2022 Brandon Roepel (Northwestern University), Jessica Huddleworth (University of Oklahoma)
  • 2012 Beth Parrot, Laura Sylvia
  • 2011 Natalie Benefield, Jana Whalen
  • 2010 Erica Rubio, Stella Ng
  • 2006 Nancy Sharpio, Amanda Davis, Robyn Miller
  • 2005 Ronni Glass
  • 2004 Carrie Spangler, Denise Lux
  • 2002 Mary Louise Brozena, Erin Plyler, Erin Wright
  • 2000 Judith Elkayam