Got a Spine Scholarship $500 May 2nd, 2027

Got a Spine Scholarship

The Got a Spine Scholarship is a great opportunity for students to explore an important health topic while competing for valuable educational funding. If you are interested in learning more about back health, injury prevention, and chiropractic care, this scholarship allows you to turn that knowledge into a strong scholarship application. Apply today for the chance to support your education while writing about a topic that can benefit your future well-being.

To be eligible for the Got a Spine Scholarship, a student must:

A) Be attending a college or university on a full-time or part-time basis no later than October 2027

B) Have achieved a GPA of 2.5 or greater during their last academic year

C) Submit an answer to the essay question no later than 11:59 PM EST on the day of the deadline

D) Be attending a college or university in the United States or Canada

In under 1000 words, write one essay that answers all three of the following questions:

1) What are three common ways people develop back problems?

2) What are three ways that you can ensure that you do not experience chronic back pain in the future?

3) What are three methods chiropractors use when treating back pain?

For the May 2027 deadline, the Got a Spine Scholarship committee will award a total of $500 to one scholarship winner:

  • One student will receive a $500 award 

Awards are not renewable, but students may reapply to the program each year they meet the eligibility requirements. 

The successful applicants will receive notification by email no later than May 15, 2027. Applicants who are not selected may view the winner's announcement, which will be posted on this website on May 30, 2027.

*Submit your application by 11:59 PM EST on the day of the deadline to be considered for the scholarship.

Essay Question:

In under 1000 words, write one essay that answers all three of the following questions:

1) What are three common ways people develop back problems?

2) What are three ways that you can ensure that you do not experience chronic back pain in the future?

3) What are three methods chiropractors use when treating back pain?

What time does the scholarship application have to be submitted?

The scholarship must be submitted by 11:59 PM EST on May 2, 2027.

How many awards are given each year?

The Got a Spine Scholarship is provided to one applicant each year.

How will the winner(s) of the scholarship be notified?

The winning applicant will be notified via email or phone by May 15th. If you are not selected, please feel free to return to this page where the winner will be posted on May 30th, 2027.