VSP Vision
Dr. Marvin R. Poston Leadership Awards
This scholarship honors the legacy of Dr. Poston, the first Black optometrist on the West Coast and co-founder of VSP Vision, by recognizing optometry students for their leadership, service, and commitment to diversity. The award is run in collaboration with the National Optometric Association (NOA).
Award
$4,000
Deadline
Rolling / varies
Level
Graduate
Status
Rolling
Optometry
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- Application effort
- Medium (portfolio or video)
- Who can apply
- Graduate students
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Who is eligible
- Must be an active member of the National Optometric Student Association (NOSA)
- Must demonstrate leadership and a strong commitment to the profession
What you'll need
- Video: Create and submit a short video about yourself, your experience, and what drives you towards a path to private practice optometry
How to apply
- Record a short video detailing your personal background, experiences, and professional drive
- Submit the video application as instructed by the National Optometric Association (NOA) / NOSA guidelines
Sources & verification
- Official listing:
- https://www.vspproviderhub.com/scholarships.html
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