College Scholarships for Dyslexic Students?

I have dyslexia and was wondering if there are scholarships specifically for students with this learning disability. Any suggestions on which ones to look out for and how to apply?

Sure! There are quite several scholarships specifically targeted towards students with dyslexia and other learning disabilities.

The Anne Ford Scholarship is a $10,000 award over four years, given to a high school senior with an identified learning disability (LD) such as dyslexia who will be enrolled in a full-time bachelor’s degree program in the fall. This scholarship is given by the National Center for Learning Disabilities. You can apply through their website.

Another scholarship is the P. Buckley Moss Endowed Scholarship, which is a $1,000 award given annually to one high school senior with a language-related learning difference, with verified financial need, and with a talent in the visual arts. The application includes school transcripts, financial information, and a portfolio of artwork.

Lastly, the RiSE Scholarship Foundation awards scholarships to students who have a documented learning disability. They have numerous awards, the largest being $2,500. Applicants must have a minimum 2.5 GPA to apply.

These are just a few examples. As part of your scholarship search, be sure to check out databases such as Fastweb, and Appily as they may have more scholarships related to dyslexia and similar learning disabilities. Bear in mind that application procedures can be different for each scholarship. Generally, it might involve filling out an application form, providing documentation of your learning disability, providing transcripts and letters of recommendation, and sometimes writing an essay. Good luck with your applications!