We support the future Orthotics & Prosthetics through Education Scholarships & Awards
Education Scholarships & Awards
The O&P Foundation provides educational scholarships designed to strengthen the orthotics, prosthetics, and pedorthics (OP&P) workforce at every stage of the professional journey.
Our programs support OP&P students, residents, care extenders, and emerging professionals by reducing financial barriers and expanding access to high-quality education and training.
Through targeted scholarships and workforce development initiatives, we invest in individuals who are preparing to enter and evolve the OP&P workforce, ensuring a strong, sustainable pipeline of professionals equipped to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care now and into the future.
Education Scholarships & Awards
O&P Student Scholarships
These programs support students pursuing a master’s degree in Orthotics and Prosthetics, helping prepare the next generation of clinicians through advanced education and clinical training.
ABC Chester Haddan Scholarship Opens April 1st 2026
Fuel the Future of O&P Scholarship
This program supports annual $20,000 academic scholarships to extraordinary students enrolled full time in a Master’s program in Orthotics and & Prosthetics.
The Fuel the Future scholars demonstrate outstanding promise and a commitment to elevating patient care and professional practice in O&P. These highly competitive awards recognize students shaping the future of the profession through excellence, integrity, and commitment to service.
The scholarship funds are accompanied by complimentary registration and a featured speaking opportunity at both the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists (AAOP) Annual Meeting & Scientific Symposium and the American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association (AOPA) National Assembly; providing national visibility and a powerful platform to share their voice and build their impact.
Program Opens August 2026
ABC Chester Haddan Scholarship
The ABC Chester Haddan Scholarship, honors the legacy of Chester Haddan, CPO– ABC’s first President and a champion of professional excellence and leadership in O&P.
This annual scholarship has doubled this year, providing a $5,000 award to a highly motivated student enrolled full time in a Master’s program in Orthotics and Prosthetics (O&P) who demonstrates exceptional leadership potential and a commitment to making a transformative impact in the O&P profession.
The Chester Haddan Scholar embodies the values of service, innovation, and dedication to elevating professional standards and patient outcomes across. OP&P
Accepting Applications April 1st-May 4th 2026
O&P Resident Opportunities
These programs support residents in accredited Orthotic and Prosthetic clinical residency programs, helping strengthen the clinical workforce and expand patient access to care.
Accepting Applications April 1st – May 4th 2026
NCOPE Larry Lange Award
We are proud to partner with the National Commission for Orthotic and Prosthetic Education (NCOPE) to offer $2,000 awards supporting the professional development of O&P residents.
These awards are intended to help outstanding residents or recent graduates of an NCOPE-accredited O&P Residency Program access national professional conferences that strengthen clinical excellence, expand professional networks, and enhance long-term career growth and potential.
The program recognizes individuals who demonstrate exceptional commitment to the O&P profession through continued learning, leadership, service, and engagement, and aims to support their active involvement in advancing the profession
Accepting Applications April 1st-May 4th 2026
Access to Care | Workforce Scholarships
As O&P clinics across the country face growing clinical staffing shortages, these development scholarships expand opportunities for emerging professionals to access to high-quality education and training pathways to strengthen the pipeline of skilled clinical staff entering the OP&P profession. By supporting OP&P care extenders, The O&P Foundation is investing in O&P workforce development, improved patient access, and the long-term sustainability of orthotic, prosthetic, and pedorthic care.
Financial support through these scholarships will help remove barriers, accelerate entry for these critical roles and ensure that more patients receive the timely, high-quality evidence-based care orthotic, prosthetic, and pedorthic care they deserve.
Accepting Applications May 5th – June 2nd 2026
Access to Care | Pedorthics
This new annual program offers $5000 scholarships available to individuals pursuing certification as a Certified Pedorthist (CPed) through the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics (ABC).
The scholarship supports expenses associated with pre-certification pedorthic education and training requirements from ABC approved Pedorthic programs.
Access to Care | O&P Assistant
This new annual program offers $5000 scholarships available to individuals pursuing certification as a Certified Assistant (COA, CPA, or CPOA) through one of American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics (ABC) three current pathways.
These scholarships provide funding for pre-certification educational expenses, academic courses, and/or stipends for clinical hour completion.
Professional Educator Opportunities
As the profession grows, so does the need for highly prepared instructors who can elevate the quality of O&P education and ensure future clinicians are trained to the highest standards.
Opening Late Spring 2026
Elevate to Educate
This new funding opportunity is designed to support orthotics and prosthetics educators and faculty pursuing advanced degrees.
This $7,500 scholarship invests directly in the people who shape the next generation of O&P clinicians. By empowering educators to expand their expertise, through doctoral, or other advanced accredited academic programs, we strengthen the foundation of O&P training, reinforce evidence-based teaching, and ultimately enhance the quality of patient care.
When educators grow, the profession rises. The Educate to Elevate Scholarship helps ensure that O&P faculty have the tools, credentials, and support needed to inspire innovation, advance clinical training standards, and prepare a workforce ready to deliver high quality care.
How it works
- Create an account in the O&P Foundation Application Portal, select the program application.
- Check program requirements
- Complete application when the portal opens.
- Submit required attachments.
- If you have any questions, please contact info@oandpfoundation.org
What are recipients saying? Impact Stories
O&P Student
"Receiving this award is truly an honor and represents my ability to commit to patient advocacy and access to care. I focus on empowering individuals through adaptive sports and recreation through fundraising and volunteer efforts that enhance access to equipment and opportunities. This scholarship will allow me to continue driving meaningful change in both local and global contexts."
O&P Student
“It is truly an honor to have been one of the students selected for this year’s ABC O&P Scholarship. I am grateful to the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center for supporting me and allowing me to pursue the profession I am so passionate about. Thank you to ABC and The Foundation for continuously supporting the next generation of O&P professionals, your support inspires us to pursue our future endeavors with hope and optimism."
O&P Student
“I am very grateful to be the recipient of one of the O&P Foundation’s ABC scholarships! The saying “where there’s a will, there’s a way”, is true for my journey to pursue O&P. I’ve made many sacrifices to pursue this degree. I strive to excel at what I do for myself, but more importantly, for my future patients. Taking loans and working while in school is no exception. Receiving this scholarship has provided a financial relief that will allow me to consider different options for residency and career paths moving forward. This freedom to think a little less about “the way” while I pursue “the will” is such a gift. Thank you!
O&P Student
“This scholarship is an incredible honor and a reminder of the importance of supporting others and creating opportunities for meaningful change. It inspires me to continue working hard, to advocate for those in need, and to give back to the community. I am deeply grateful for this support and the opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of others!”
O&P Student
"The ABC O&P Diversity Scholarship gives students from all backgrounds the chance to pursue their passion and make a real difference in people’s lives."
O&P Resident
“These awards enabled me to allocate my time and invest my efforts in the most important aspects of career development for my personal goals: education, research, and practical experiences. I was able to devote more time to my studies, dedicate meaningful time to research each week, and pursue volunteer opportunities to gain clinical experience and broaden my perspective in O&P. Additionally, the awards helped to create valuable networking opportunities, connecting me with fellow awardees, prospective students, and established leaders in the field. I also believe these awards strengthened my subsequent applications, providing an extra push to open doors for residency, funding, and other clinical opportunities. I am incredibly eager to see the ongoing impact these awards will have on my career trajectory moving forward."
Certified Prosthetist Orthotist
“The ABC Orthotist & Prosthetist Diversity Scholarship had a significant positive impact on my career. It allowed me to focus on my education and service work, rather than financial stress, enabling me to complete my Master’s program and participate in a life-changing service trip to Ecuador with ROMP. The funding also covered moving costs for my residency, helping me transition smoothly into this critical training phase. These opportunities strengthened my skills, deepened my commitment to equitable care, and set a solid foundation for my career in orthotics and prosthetics."
O&P Foundation Board Member
“Having the opportunity to attend conferences as a student is a wonderful chance to network and understand the field in a different way beyond day-to-day clinical interactions. It helped me grasp the larger world of O&P and where I might be able to contribute best. Being an active member of the O&P community by attending our conferences has shaped my career trajectory in a meaningful and positive way."
Research Prosthetist Orthotist, PhD Candidate
“This award helped me to complete my Master's degree in prosthetics and orthotics. After completing my certification in prosthetics and orthotics and working in the field, I have continued to pursue my education through a PhD in Rehabilitation Science."