I'm an adoptee looking to find scholarships specifically for adopted students. Are there any good resources or specific scholarships you'd recommend that focus on this demographic? Trying to ease the financial burden of college!
Several scholarships are designated specifically for adopted students. Here are some you might consider:
1. The AASK (Adopt a Special Kid) Scholarship: This organization offers scholarships for adoptees who have been in foster care.
2. The Shaune D. Harding Scholarship Award: This is especially for adopted students of color and can provide some robust financial aid.
3. The Korean American Scholarship Foundation: If you were adopted from Korea, this foundation has a scholarship for adopted Korean American students.
4. The Fred H. Scheigert Scholarship Program: This scholarship is for students who were adopted and are legally blind.
As for resources, one option is the directory on Appily. Appily has a search tool that allows you to filter scholarships based on various criteria, and you can specify that you are looking for scholarships for adopted students.
In addition to these specific scholarships, remember to also apply for other scholarships where you meet the eligibility criteria. Don't limit yourself to only adopted-specific scholarships. A good first step is to complete your FAFSA or CSS profile (for colleges that require it) to see what kind of federal, state, and institutional aid you qualify for. Good luck!
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