Dr. Chelsea E. Perry received her Bachelor of Science degree in biology from Indiana University, where she was a member of the Deans List, Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Society, and the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. She was also on the Steering Committee of the IU Student Foundation, where she co-directed the Little 50 charity race for working student scholarships.
She continued her education at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, receiving her Doctorate of Dental Medicine degree and finishing at the top of her class. While there, she received merit scholarships every year for academic excellence and was awarded the distinction of Osher Scholar for highest personal and work ethics.