IDG Financial Support Program
Empowering international dental graduates.
The purpose of the Whitetulip Health Foundation International Dental Graduates (IDG) Financial Support Program is to provide financial support for those in the dental profession to pass the National Board Dental Examination (NBDE) and enable them to continue their dental career in the US, integrating their invaluable professional skills and experiences within the US dental system.
This program enables IDGs to attend and continue dental training, conduct research in various dental topics, complete a specific objective in the dental field, or enhance personal capability and skills in the dental career.
A recipient can receive either the Newcomers Financial Support Program or the IDG Financial Support Program — but not both. Once approved, support is distributed per the WHF IDG Financial Support operation manual.
Path to IDG Scholarship: After passing the board exam and achieving a score of 70 or higher on the TOEFL, recipients become eligible to apply for the IDG Scholarship Program.
Award Details
Single applicant
$6,000 max
Married applicant (family in US)
$7,500 max
Support duration
6 Months
- $1,500 minimum must be spent directly on credentialing — exam fees, application fees, courses, or study materials.
- This award does not disqualify you from future WHF scholarship programs.
Eligibility Criteria
You must meet all of the following criteria to be considered for this program.
- Must be an active member of Whitetulip Health Foundation.
- Must be currently in the USA and hold a valid legal immigration status.
- Must be a graduate from an international dental school.
- Applicant must not be a relative or employee of a WHF Board member or Selection Committee member.
- Must include an intention letter outlining 6-month plans upon receiving this financial support.
- Applicants who previously received any WHF Scholarship or Financial Support are not eligible.
How to Apply
- Fill in all required fields including your background and future dental career plans.
- Describe your 6-month plan and when you intend to take the NBDE board exam.
- Collect all 8 required documents including your diploma, transcript, and I-94.
- Upload all documents and submit. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
Required Documents
All 8 documents below are required. Applications missing any item will not be reviewed.
Application Form
Intention Letter
Up-to-date CV
Recent Photo
Dental School Diploma
Official Transcript
Visa / I-94 Document
WHF Membership Letter
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Complete all fields and upload the required documents, then submit your application.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Completed applications are reviewed monthly by the Financial Assistance Selection Committee in the first week of the following month. Results are communicated by email.
Questions? Send an email to scholarship@whitetulip.org