The AbbVie Immunology Scholarship aims to help reduce the financial burden for students impacted by inflammatory diseases.

Each year, AbbVie recognizes 45 exceptional students who demonstrate resilience, academic excellence, and community involvement while living with an immune-mediated disease. Through this scholarship, our passion for patient care is extended to empower students as they pursue a degree and a life that is not defined by their disease.

Diseases

If you live with any of the below diseases, you might qualify for the AbbVie Immunology Scholarship.

Ankylosing spondylitis (AS)
Atopic dermatitis (AD)
Crohn’s disease (CD)
Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS)
Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA)
Plaque psoriasis (Ps)
Psoriatic arthritis (PsA)
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA)
Ulcerative colitis (UC)
Uveitis (UV)

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2024-2025 Recipients

LaWanda M.

Recipient

Adler University

Receiving the AbbVie Immunology Scholarship is more than just financial support; it is a profound validation of my dedication to achieving my personal and professional goals despite the daily battle with an inflammatory disease. It empowers me to pursue my studies with greater focus and vigor, inspiring me to contribute meaningfully to clinical psychology and ultimately improve the lives of children and adolescents. This scholarship is a testament to the potential impact of my work and the importance of perseverance in the face of challenges.

Caitlin G.

Recipient

Howard University: School of Medicine

In July, I am set to begin my first year of medical school in Washington, DC. Pursuing a career in medicine has been a lifelong ambition, inspired by my late aunt, a distinguished cardiothoracic surgeon, whom I admired greatly during my childhood. In addition to alleviating the financial burdens of medical school, receiving this scholarship would provide invaluable support for my research aspirations. Specifically, I am eager to contribute to ongoing research on Hidradenitis Suppurativa at my university. One particular professor’s work focuses on elucidating the roles of neutrophils and innate immunity in immune dysregulation, particularly among African American patients with HS. With the scholarship's support, I aim to participate in her research initiatives, investigating novel treatment approaches and contributing to the understanding of HS pathogenesis.

Furthermore, I aspire to launch community outreach initiatives dedicated to raising awareness about HS and offering support to individuals impacted by this challenging condition. At my university, students are encouraged to establish organizations that reflect their passions and areas of expertise, extending their impact both on and off campus. With the assistance of this scholarship and the resources available at my school, I plan to establish a club devoted to increasing awareness of inflammatory diseases. Through these efforts, I am committed to driving research and effecting meaningful change in the lives of individuals grappling with HS and similar inflammatory conditions.

Moreover, it would deeply resonate with me knowing that others have faith in my journey to become a physician, to the extent that they wish to support me in achieving my aspirations. This validation and encouragement would further fuel my determination to make a positive impact in the medical field, particularly in addressing the challenges posed by inflammatory diseases like HS.

Kyle W.

Recipient

Harvard Business School

I am deeply grateful to AbbVie for awarding me this GI scholarship. Witnessing the impact of chronic diseases like Crohn’s has shown me not only the physical challenges but also the emotional and psychological toll they take. For me, community and authenticity have been crucial in managing these struggles. Thanks to AbbVie, I feel supported in my education and empowered to pursue my dream of building a business that serves the disability community.

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Any more questions, please contact us at Email: AbbVieImmunology@ScholarshipAmerica.org | Phone: 1-507-931-0651

The AbbVie Immunology Scholarship is committed to supporting students living with an inflammatory disease who are seeking an undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited university or college in the United States.

To be eligible to apply, applicants must be:

A US citizen or a legal and permanent resident of the US.
Diagnosed with AS, AD, CD, HS, JIA, Ps, PsA, RA, UC, or UV by a healthcare professional.
Planning to enroll in full-time undergraduate or graduate studies at an accredited two-year or four-year college, university, or vocational technical school for the entire upcoming academic year.
Applicants must have completed high school or obtained a General Education Development (GED) certificate.

You are not eligible if:

You are a previous AbbVie scholarship recipient.
You are an employee of AbbVie or their immediate family member.
You are a healthcare provider or their immediate family member.
You are a patient contracted by AbbVie through Patient Health Perspectives.

Students may submit their application during the open application period, which can be found on this website.

The AbbVie Immunology Scholarship provides financial support for exceptional students living with inflammatory diseases like: ankylosing spondylitis (AS), atopic dermatitis (AD), Crohn’s disease (CD), hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA), psoriasis (Ps), psoriatic arthritis (PsA), rheumatoid arthritis (RA), ulcerative colitis (UC), or uveitis (UV).

Submission guidelines are included in the application. By participating, applicants agree to the rules and the decisions of the judges and/or sponsors, which are binding and final on matters relating to this scholarship.

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The AbbVie Immunology Scholarship aims to help reduce the financial burden for students impacted by inflammatory diseases.

Diseases

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2024-2025 Recipients

LaWanda M.

Caitlin G.

Kyle W.

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