National Vision 2025-2026 Scholarship Program Kicks Off, Spotlights Role of Technology in Access to Eyecare

Published on October 8, 2025
DULUTH, Ga.—National Vision Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: EYE), one of the largest optical retail companies in the U.S., has announced that its annual scholarship program is open for entries, offering eligible optometry students the opportunity to win up to $7,500. This year’s program challenges students to explore the topic of “Emerging Technology in Optometry,” the company advised. Third- and fourth-year optometry students are invited to submit written or video essays discussing how innovations such as portable diagnostic tools, vision-screening apps and next-generation eyewear can be leveraged to break down barriers in vision care. Entrants are also encouraged to consider how these technologies can be implemented in ways that ensure both accuracy and affordability, particularly for underserved communities.