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The Delores B. Chandler Scholarship


Name: The Delores B. Chandler Scholarship

Award Amount: $500 to $800

Information and Eligibility:

The Delores B. Chandler Scholarship, offered by the Black Occupational Therapy Caucus (BOTC), provides financial support to African American students pursuing careers in occupational therapy. This academic-based scholarship was established to honor the contributions of Delores B. Chandler, a dedicated occupational therapy professional and advocate for diversity in the field.

The scholarship seeks to encourage and assist students who have demonstrated academic excellence, leadership potential, and a commitment to serving their communities. Award funds may be applied toward tuition, textbooks, or other educational expenses. In addition to financial assistance, recipients gain recognition from a professional organization committed to advancing equity and representation in occupational therapy.

Eligibility criteria include:

  • Ethnicity: Applicants must be African American.
  • Enrollment: Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited occupational therapy or occupational therapy assistant program.
  • Academic Achievement: Strong academic performance is required, typically supported by transcripts and recommendations.
  • Professional Commitment: Preference may be given to applicants with a record of leadership or volunteer work within African American communities or the occupational therapy profession.

Deadline: March (exact date may vary each year; applicants should confirm the current year’s deadline on the official scholarship page).

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