Are there college scholarships for autistic students?

I'm researching scholarships for a family member who has autism and will be attending college soon. Are there specific scholarships or organizations that provide support for autistic students?

Yes, there are scholarships specifically designed to assist students who identify as being on the autism spectrum. Here are a few you might want to check out:

- The Organization for Autism Research (OAR) gives out the Schwallie Family Scholarship, which provides financial assistance to students on the autism spectrum who wish to pursue post-secondary education.

- The Autism Society offers the Autism Society of Greater Akron College Scholarship specifically for students who reside in certain counties in Ohio.

- The Dan Archwamety Scholarship, through the Autism Society of Nebraska, is for students who are residents of Nebraska and have been diagnosed with autism.

- The Autism Delaware Scholarship provides financial aid to Delaware students with autism who wish to further their education.

- Appily (formerly Cappex) is a good resource that may help you to find other scholarships relevant to your situation. You can put in your interests and qualifications, and the website will provide a list of scholarships that you may be eligible for.

While these are a few examples, remember that scholarships can vary greatly based on factors such as location, course of study, and institutional policies. Therefore, your family member should also look into scholarships provided by the colleges to which they're applying. Furthermore, there are many general disability scholarships that may also be relevant to your family member. Lastly, don't forget to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to see if you qualify for federal grants or work-study opportunities.

Each scholarship will have its own specific set of requirements and application process, so be sure to carefully review the information for each one while planning your scholarship search.