Bausch Health Announces Ortho Dermatologics 2025 ASPIRE HIGHER Scholarship Program

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Bausch Health (NYSE:BHC) and its dermatology division Ortho Dermatologics have launched their 2025 ASPIRE HIGHER Scholarship Program, offering six scholarships worth up to $10,000 each to students affected by dermatologic conditions.

The program includes three Undergraduate Scholar Awards for students pursuing undergraduate or vocational/technical degrees, and three Graduate Scholar Awards for graduate-level students. Applications are open through June 11, 2025, with winners to be announced in July 2025.

Applicants must submit an online application, write an essay about their experience with a diagnosed dermatologic condition and their healthcare provider's role, and provide two reference letters. The scholarships support students attending or applying to two- or four-year colleges, universities, or advanced vocational/technical schools for the 2025-2026 academic year.

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Bausch Health is offering scholarships to six students impacted by dermatologic conditions, with application submissions open through June 11, 2025

LAVAL, QC / ACCESS Newswire / April 10, 2025 / Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE:BHC)(TSX:BHC)and its dermatology business, Ortho Dermatologics, today announced the 2025 ASPIRE HIGHER Scholarship Program is now open for application submissions through June 11, 2025. The program will award six exceptional students, impacted by dermatologic conditions, a scholarship of up to $10,000 in support of their higher education goals.

"It is our distinct honor to continue the ASPIRE HIGHER Scholarship Program to help support students affected by dermatologic conditions, and to recognize and thank the dedicated healthcare providers who treat them. We are truly inspired by our students' perseverance as they work to achieve their educational dreams," said Donald Pearl, Senior Vice President, Ortho Dermatologics, Bausch Health.

Students can apply for this scholarship by completing the online application, writing an essay on the impact of having a diagnosed dermatologic condition and the role that a health care provider played in helping to manage their condition, and two reference letters. Scholarships are offered to school applicants or current attendees of a two- or four-year college, university, or an advanced (post-high school) vocational or technical school for the 2025 - 2026 academic year and are available in the following categories:

• 3 Undergraduate Scholar Awards - for students pursuing undergraduate or vocational/technical degrees.

• 3 Graduate Scholar Awards - for students pursuing graduate degrees.

The application period for the ASPIRE HIGHER Scholarship Program will close on June 11, 2025, and scholarship recipients will be notified in July of 2025. To learn more about the scholarship, including eligibility criteria, terms and conditions, and stories from previous winners, please visit www.aspirehigherscholarships.com.

About Bausch Health

Bausch Health Companies Inc. (NYSE:BHC)(TSX:BHC) is a global, diversified pharmaceutical company enriching lives through our relentless drive to deliver better health outcomes. We develop, manufacture and market a range of products primarily in gastroenterology, hepatology, neurology, dermatology, dentistry, aesthetics, international pharmaceuticals and eye health, through our controlling interest in Bausch + Lomb Corporation. Our ambition is to be a globally integrated healthcare company, trusted and valued by patients, HCPs, employees and investors. Our dermatology business, Ortho Dermatologics is one of the largest prescription and aesthetic dermatology businesses dedicated to helping patients in the treatment of a range of conditions, including psoriasis, onychomycosis, actinic keratosis, acne, atopic dermatitis and other dermatoses. More information can be found at https://www.ortho-dermatologics.com and connect with us on LinkedIn. For more information about Bausch Health, visit www.bauschhealth.com and connect with us on LinkedIn.

©2025 Ortho Dermatologics' or its affiliates.

Investor Contact: Garen Sarafian ir@bauschhealth.com 877-281-6642 (toll-free)

Media Contact: Katie Savastano corporate.communications@bauschhealth.com (908) 569-3692

SOURCE: Bausch Health Companies Inc

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FAQ

How much is each scholarship worth in the 2025 Bausch Health ASPIRE HIGHER program?

Each scholarship is worth up to $10,000 to support students' higher education goals.

When is the deadline to apply for BHC's 2025 ASPIRE HIGHER Scholarship?

The application deadline is June 11, 2025, with winners being notified in July 2025.

What are the requirements for Bausch Health's 2025 ASPIRE HIGHER Scholarship application?

Applicants must submit an online application, write an essay about their dermatologic condition experience, and provide two reference letters.

How many scholarships will Bausch Health (BHC) award in the 2025 ASPIRE HIGHER program?

Bausch Health will award six scholarships: three Undergraduate Scholar Awards and three Graduate Scholar Awards.