Nexus Smile Scholarship
We're investing in the confidence of local students. Each cycle, 2 winners each receive $500 toward their education.
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Confidence, beyond the chair
At Nexus Orthodontics, we believe a confident smile is just the beginning. The Nexus Smile Scholarship is our annual way of giving back to the community that's welcomed us — supporting local students as they pursue their education and their goals.
Each cycle, 2 students are selected to each receive $500, redeemable as a scholarship toward educational expenses such as tuition, fees, books, and supplies.
Two winners. $500 each.
2
Winners each cycle
$500
Per winner
Redeemable as a scholarship toward educational expenses — tuition, fees, books, and supplies.
Two simple steps
Write & submit your essay
Respond to the prompt “What does confidence mean to you?” in 300–500 words. Upload it as a .docx or .pdf through the application form below.
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What you'll need
- Open to students ages 14–21.
- Applicants must live in or attend school in or near New Hyde Park, NY.
- Applicants under 18 must have parent or guardian permission to apply.
- A 300–500-word essay responding to: “What does confidence mean to you?”
- Essay submitted as a .docx or .pdf file.
- A completed application form with: full name, physical address, email address, school name, Instagram handle, and the essay file upload.
No purchase or treatment at Nexus Orthodontics is necessary.
Timeline
June
Applications open
August
Applications close
Ready to Apply?
Click below to open the application form. You'll sign in with your Google account to attach your 300–500-word essay (.docx or .pdf).
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Frequently asked
Who is eligible to apply?
The scholarship is open to local students ages 14–21 who live in or attend school in or near New Hyde Park, NY. Applicants must submit an essay and complete the application form to be considered.
I'm under 18 — can I still apply?
Yes. Applicants under 18 may apply with permission from a parent or guardian. The application form asks under-18 applicants for a parent or guardian's name, contact details, and consent.
Do I have to be a Nexus Orthodontics patient?
No. No purchase or treatment at Nexus Orthodontics is necessary. Any eligible local student may apply.
What educational expenses qualify?
The award is redeemable as a scholarship toward educational expenses such as tuition, fees, books, and supplies.
How are winners chosen?
Submitted essays responding to the prompt “What does confidence mean to you?” are reviewed by Nexus Orthodontics. Two winners are selected each cycle and each receives $500.
How much can I win?
Each cycle, 2 winners are selected and each receives $500, redeemable as a scholarship toward educational expenses.
When can I apply?
Applications open in June and close in August.
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