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Dyslexia scholarships for college?

I'm a high school junior with dyslexia looking to understand what scholarships are available for students like me. Are there specific scholarships that I should look into that cater to students with learning disabilities?

8 months ago

Absolutely, there are numerous scholarships available that specifically cater to students with learning disabilities such as dyslexia. Here are a few scholarships that you might consider:

1. Anne Ford Scholarship: This scholarship, provided by the National Center for Learning Disabilities, awards $10,000 to a high school senior with a documented learning disability who plans to attend a four-year college or university.

2. Learning Disabilities Association of Iowa Scholarship: This scholarship program offers financial aid to Iowa residents with learning disabilities who are pursuing higher education.

3. P. Buckley Moss Endowed Scholarship: This scholarship awards funds to high school seniors with language-related learning disabilities who wish to pursue a career in visual arts.

4. Rise Scholarship Foundation Awards: This foundation offers multiple scholarships for graduating high school seniors who have been diagnosed with a learning disability.

5. Joseph James Morelli Legacy Foundation Scholarship: The scholarship supports high school and college students with learning challenges in fields of science, technology, engineering, and math.

6. Fred J. Epstein Youth Achievement Award: This is an initiative by Smart Kids with Learning Disabilities, providing recognition to students with learning disabilities or ADHD who have shown talent and determination resulting in outstanding accomplishment.

Remember, while these scholarships are specialized for students with learning disabilities, you're still eligible to apply for most general scholarships. Always check the requirements of each scholarship to ensure you're eligible before applying. Moreover, it's a good idea to consult your high school counselor or a private scholarship consultant, as they may be able to point you towards localized scholarships that aren't as easily found online. Lastly, don't forget to fill out the FAFSA for federal student aid as early as you can once it opens in October of your senior year. This is all part of getting a comprehensive financial aid package to help cover the costs of your college education.

Best of luck with your scholarship search!

8 months ago

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