Seeking scholarships for students with disabilities: Where should I start?

I'm looking for scholarships specifically designed for students with disabilities. As a high school junior, I want to make sure I'm prepared for the costs of college and getting a head start on finding financial aid. Are there any resources or organizations known for offering generous scholarships or grants to disabled students? I'd really appreciate any recommendations or advice from those who have navigated this path before.

You're on the right track in starting your scholarship search early. There are indeed specific resources and organizations offering scholarships to students with disabilities.

A good starting point could be the federal government. The U.S. Department of Education's Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) provides grants and scholarships to students with disabilities. There are various programs under OSERS aimed at different types of disabilities.

In addition to federal opportunities, several nonprofit and private organizations provide scholarships for students with specific types of disabilities. For instance, the National Federation of the Blind offers an annual scholarship program for legally blind scholars. The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association offers scholarships for students with communication disabilities. The Learning Ally's National Achievement Awards offer scholarships to students who are visually impaired or dyslexic.

Another good resource to consider is your prospective college or university's student services or disability services office. These departments often have information on college-specific grants and scholarships for students with disabilities.

Don't forget to check out Appily, which aggregates scholarship information from various sources and can help pinpoint scholarships specifically for students with disabilities. This will be a more tailored search and save you time in the long run.

Remember, application requirements and deadlines for these scholarships vary, so be sure to start your search early and apply as soon as you can. Best of luck with your scholarship search!