Type of Scholarship

The Gill-Wedding Orthodontics scholarship program awards two non-renewable $1500 scholarships annually with $750 distributed each semester beginning in the fall. All scholarship money will go directly to the school to be applied towards tuition, books, fees, housing, or related expenses. If the student does not continue full-time status for the second semester, the remaining $750 will not be awarded.

Selection Criteria and Eligibility

Applicants must currently be in orthodontic treatment or have completed orthodontic treatment by Dr. James Gill, D.D.S. and Dr. Logan Wedding, D.M.D. Applications will be accepted from graduating seniors planning to attend an institution of higher learning for at least one year. All applicants must have a GPA of at least a 2.5 on a 4.0 scale, or a 3.75 on a 6.0 scale at the end of their senior fall semester for consideration of this scholarship. Scholarship recipients will be determined based on essays, academic achievement, and participation in school and community activities.

Application Process

1. The Gill-Wedding Orthodontics Scholarship application form is to be completed by the student and school official after the first semester GPA has been determined.

2.  Attach (2) typed essays on specific topics to be announced each year.

The application with all supporting materials enclosed must be submitted to Gill – Wedding Orthodontics prior to the deadline which is announced each year.

Notification of Scholarship Winners

Scholarship winners will be notified by mail, and their names and photos may be used for public relations purposes. The names of scholarship winners will be posted on the Gill-Wedding Orthodontics website at gillweddingorthodontics.com