Ortho Dermatologics
Scholarships

“For the past two years, I’ve gone through the process of tackling a chronic disease and fighting to accept myself with a skin condition. Throughout this process, the support of individuals and organizations, like the ASPIRE HIGHER Scholarship Program, has made that fight so much easier.”

“I’m honored to receive one of the ASPIRE HIGHER scholarships and thrilled to continue my education at Brown University with the support of Ortho Dermatologics. I’ve lived with eczema my whole life so it’s encouraging to see others take a moment to recognize that struggle and actively support so many students who are facing similar challenges.”

“Ever since being diagnosed with Xeroderma Pigmentosum (XP) at sixteen months old, I have become a strong, self-sufficient, and driven patient advocate. Now, thanks to the support from the ASPIRE HIGHER scholarship, I’m one step closer to achieving my goals.”

“Thank you, Ortho Dermatologics, for the ASPIRE HIGHER scholarship and continued commitment to supporting those with skin conditions. It was with the help of a dermatologist that I have been able to learn how to live with my own condition and pursue my dream of becoming a doctor.”

“Thank you, Ortho Dermatologics, for developing the ASPIRE HIGHER Scholarship Program and continuing to support those living with skin conditions. Although my skin condition has been a burden, it has also been a blessing that I now get to share with the world.”

“I often joke that my experience with dermatologic conditions is ‘half responsible’ for my life’s ambitions. I am deeply thankful to the ASPIRE HIGHER scholarship for supporting me as I enter my fourth year of medical school and pursue a career in caring for others.”

“Being a woman often comes with its own unique set of struggles—my skin condition being one of them. Thanks to the ASPIRE HIGHER scholarship I can now put one struggle aside and concentrate on my education.”