Bausch Health's Ortho Dermatologics Awards $60,000 in Scholarships to Dermatology-Affected Students — Bausch Health Companies Inc.

Event summary

Bausch Health's Ortho Dermatologics awarded $10,000 each to six students affected by dermatologic conditions as part of its 2026 Aspire Higher Scholarship Program.
The program, launched in 2013, has now awarded 87 scholarships totaling over $1 million.
Recipients were selected based on essays detailing their educational journeys while managing dermatologic conditions.
Scholarships were awarded in two categories: Undergraduate and Graduate Scholar Awards.

The big picture

Bausch Health's continued investment in the Aspire Higher Scholarship Program underscores its commitment to supporting patients with dermatologic conditions. The initiative aligns with broader industry trends of pharmaceutical companies engaging in corporate social responsibility to enhance brand loyalty and community impact. With over $1 million awarded since 2013, the program demonstrates Ortho Dermatologics' dedication to healthcare access and patient support.

What we're watching

Program Scale: Whether Bausch Health will expand the Aspire Higher Scholarship Program's reach or funding in future years.
Recipient Impact: How the scholarships influence the academic and professional trajectories of recipients.
Brand Perception: The effect of the program on Ortho Dermatologics' brand perception among patients and healthcare professionals.