Jill Botkin Hearing Health-Care Accessibility Scholarship

Supporting future audiologists committed to expanding access to hearing care in underserved communities.

About the Scholarship

The Jill Botkin Hearing Health-Care Accessibility Scholarship, sponsored by HearUSA, supports audiology students who are dedicated to improving access to hearing health services - particularly in geographically underserved areas.

Established in 2024, the annual scholarship honors the legacy of Jill Botkin, a beloved HearUSA leader whose 35-year career was defined by service, leadership, and an unwavering commitment to patient care.

Applications are submitted through the American Academy of Audiology (AAA). Once the application period closes, all eligible submissions will be reviewed by AAA.

Application Deadline:
April 30, 2026
Scholarship Amount:
$5,000

Breaking Barriers in Hearing Health

Audiologists play an essential role in reducing the variety of barriers faced by individuals with hearing loss. Even with significant advances in hearing care technology, equitable access remains a critical challenge across the industry and the nation. This scholarship honors Jill’s legacy by recognizing students who are actively working to close those gaps.

Kristin Wadsworth

Senior Manager, Professional Development at HearUSA

Who Can Apply?

The scholarship will be awarded to one full-time audiology student enrolled in a U.S. university who demonstrates a strong commitment to expanding hearing-care access, particularly in geographically underserved areas.

Applicants must:

Be enrolled full-time in a U.S. Doctor of Audiology (AuD) program
Have successfully completed their first year of study
Demonstrate a strong commitment to expanding access to hearing care
Provide a résumé, personal statement, and supporting materials aligned with the program’s evaluation rubric

Honoring Jill Botkin

Jill Botkin began her distinguished career with HearUSA as an audiologist in South Florida and went on to serve in key leadership roles including Sales Trainer, Regional Manager, Division Manager, Vice President of Operations, and, ultimately, Senior Advisor. She was widely recognized for her dynamic leadership, steadfast advocacy for hearing center teams, and unwavering dedication to client care.