I'm a junior in high school who is visually impaired. As I start planning for college, I want to know what scholarships are out there specifically for blind or visually impaired students. Any tips on where to start?
Absolutely, there are various scholarships specially designed for blind and visually impaired students. Navigating the financial aspect of college can be challenging, but here are a couple of resources and scholarships:
- The American Foundation for the Blind (AFB): AFB annually awards several scholarships to outstanding students who are legally blind. Some of these scholarships are available for specific fields of study, while others are more general.
- National Federation of the Blind Scholarship Program: The NFB offers approximately 30 scholarships nationwide ranging from $3,000 to $12,000 each year to recognized blind scholars.
- Lighthouse Guild Scholarship Program: The Lighthouse Guild offers scholarships for students who are legally blind applying to or attending college or graduate school.
- Association for Education and Rehabilitation of the Blind and Visually Impaired (AER): The AER provides several scholarships to students pursuing a career in the field of services to persons who are blind and visually impaired.
- Scholarships.com: This resource also provides a wealth of opportunities. Just input 'blind' in the search bar to discover scholarships tailored to blind and visually impaired students.
Always remember to look at the specific requirements and deadlines for each scholarship to ensure you qualify. Good luck with your scholarship search, and remember that there are many resources available to help you succeed as a visually impaired student.
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