Does anyone know of scholarships available specifically for students with ADHD? I'm trying to find resources that could help with college costs. If you've applied for one, I'd love to hear about your experience and any advice you have.
There are actually several organizations that provide scholarships specifically for students with ADHD. Below, I've listed a few examples that you might find helpful.
1. The Shire ADHD Scholarship Program: This program provides scholarships and even a year of ADHD coaching to students diagnosed with ADHD who are pursuing higher education. Keep in mind that the availability of this scholarship may vary from year to year.
2. The ADDA Scholarship: Sponsored by the Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA), this scholarship targets students with ADHD who are also pursuing post-high school education. They offer several scholarships for different categories of students (like new high school graduates, mature adults returning to school, etc).
My advice to you would be to start the application process early and make sure you have all your documentation ready. Many of these scholarships require a diagnosis verification from a medical professional, so that's something you'll want to have prepared. Best of luck to you!
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