Scholarships • PTA to DPT • Healthcare Students A curated scholarship library for PTA students, PTA-to-DPT students, DPT students, healthcare graduate students, first-generation students, women, minority students, and anyone trying to make school feel more possible. Scholarship records are checked individually. Each card shows its own last checked date and whether its deadline is current, historical, or not yet announced. Scholarship information changes often. Always confirm deadlines and eligibility on the official scholarship website before applying. Deadline Reminders Join the list for scholarship updates, new funding ideas, and resources I would send to a friend navigating PT school. This directory is organized for students who need a practical way to search physical therapy scholarships, DPT scholarships, PTA scholarships, first-generation scholarships, minority scholarships, and broader healthcare funding opportunities without digging through scattered lists. Next 60 Days These opportunities have deadlines coming up soon. Open the official page before you start so you can confirm current requirements. APTA scholarship opportunity focused on expanding access and opportunity in physical therapy education. APTA award for outstanding PT and PTA students nearing completion of their professional education programs. APTA award recognizing exceptional student physical therapists and student physical therapist assistants.
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National Society Daughters of the American Revolution scholarship for students in occupational or physical therapy programs. Foundation for Physical Therapy Research scholarship supporting physical therapy research training. Foundation for Physical Therapy Research scholarship for later-stage physical therapy research training. IPTF scholarship recognizing second-year PT and PTA students with service, leadership, and advocacy. IPTF and Team Rehabilitation Services scholarship recognizing Illinois SPT and SPTA students. ANPT scholarship supporting PT student advocacy participation related to PT on Capitol Hill Day. APTA award supporting PT and PTA student members attending the Combined Sections Meeting. APTA Orthopedics awards honoring academic excellence, leadership, and involvement in orthopedic physical therapy. APTA Virginia stipends supporting student attendance at APTA and APTA Virginia events. APTA West Virginia scholarship supporting DPT and PTA students attending professional events. California scholarship program for eligible allied healthcare students with a service obligation. Indian Health Service scholarship for eligible American Indian and Alaska Native health professions students with a service commitment. Iowa Physical Therapy Foundation scholarship for student members in Iowa accredited PT/PTA education programs. United Health Foundation scholarship program supporting current and future clinicians, including allied health students. UNLV physical therapy award for second-year DPT students with financial need and strong academic standing. UNLV physical therapy scholarship for students completing approved rural clinical education experiences. UNLV physical therapy scholarship for continuing education tied to underserved clinical learning experiences. Regional tuition-support program that may reduce out-of-state tuition for eligible DPT students from participating states. Archive These listings stay visible so you can plan ahead for the next application cycle and confirm when providers reopen. Three Rivers Academic Consortium scholarship supporting PT and PTA students in western Pennsylvania and nearby regions. National AMBUCS supports graduate-level students pursuing physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, and audiology. APTA Arizona scholarships for PT and PTA students enrolled in Arizona programs. APTA Michigan Institute for Education and Research student award supporting future physical therapy professionals. APTA Michigan student award connected to orthopedic rehabilitation and physical therapy student development. APTA Michigan student award supporting physical therapy students through the Institute for Education and Research. Wisconsin Physical Therapy Fund scholarships for PTA students and final-year DPT students. Association of Schools Advancing Health Professions scholarship for outstanding health professions students at ASAHP member institutions. Scholarship for U.S. students pursuing physical, occupational, or speech therapy. National scholarship program for Hispanic undergraduate and graduate students, including healthcare students. IPTF scholarship supporting PT and PTA students in their final year of school. National Hispanic Health Foundation scholarship for health professional students committed to serving underserved communities. A scholarship for DPT students and PTAs entering PTA-to-DPT bridge programs from underrepresented racial or ethnic backgrounds. A residency scholarship for graduating PT students or licensed physical therapists from underrepresented racial or ethnic backgrounds. Annual scholarships for students pursuing careers in healthcare and actively treating patients. APTA award supporting minority PT and PTA students with strong academic and professional promise. IPTF scholarship for PT and PTA students in their final year who demonstrate commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. IPTF scholarship for a first-year DPT student who has demonstrated a desire to help others while overcoming financial or personal challenges. Start with the filters that match your season of school, then open each scholarship to review eligibility and the official application page. Deadlines and details can change, so always confirm requirements on the scholarship provider’s website before applying. This directory is designed for monthly review. Each scholarship card includes a last verified date when available, and older listings should be rechecked before you apply. Yes. Use the Degree / Audience filter for PTA, PTA-to-DPT, DPT, healthcare, graduate school, and allied health opportunities. Always confirm the exact degree requirements on the official source. Some scholarship providers change deadlines, award amounts, or application windows each cycle. When the current detail is not clearly posted, this hub points you to the official scholarship page instead of guessing. Apply links are intended to send you to the scholarship provider or another reliable source. Review the provider’s page before submitting personal information.Scholarship Resources
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APTA Access and Opportunity Scholarship
APTA Mary McMillan Scholarship Award
APTA Outstanding PT Student and PTA Student Awards
DAR Occupational/Physical Therapy Scholarship
Foundation for Physical Therapy Research PODS I Scholarship
Foundation for Physical Therapy Research PODS II Scholarship
Illinois Physical Therapy Foundation Empowered Engagement Scholarship
Illinois Physical Therapy Foundation Team Rehab Scholarship
APTA Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy PT on Capitol Hill Day Student Scholarship
APTA CSM Student Scholarship Award
APTA Orthopedics Outstanding PT and PTA Student Awards
APTA Virginia Student Stipend Awards
APTA West Virginia Student Scholarship
California Allied Healthcare Scholarship Program
IHS Health Professions Scholarship
Iowa Physical Therapy Foundation Olive C. Farr Scholarship
United Health Foundation Health Care Scholars United
UNLVPT Kitty Rodman Award of Excellence
UNLVPT Rural Health Scholarship
UNLVPT Underserved Continuing Education Scholarship
WICHE Professional Student Exchange Program for DPT Students
Recently Closed Scholarships (2026)
3RAC Student Scholarship
AMBUCS Scholarships for Therapists
APTA Arizona Student Scholarships
APTA Michigan Community Impact Award
APTA Michigan Orthopaedic Rehab Specialist Student Award
APTA Michigan Team Rehab Student Award
APTA Wisconsin WPT Fund Student Scholarship Awards
ASAHP Scholarship of Excellence
HIE Help Center Scholarship for Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy Students
Hispanic Scholarship Fund Scholar Program
Illinois Physical Therapy Foundation Student to Student Scholarship
NHHF Health Professional Student Scholarship
Rizing Tide Crest Scholarship
Rizing Tide Surge Scholarship
TYLENOL Future Care Scholarship
APTA Minority Scholarship Award
Illinois Physical Therapy Foundation DEI Scholarship
Illinois Physical Therapy Foundation Judith Harris & Dr. Monica Vohmann Scholarship
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