Amount: $1,000
Deadline: February 1
Level: undergraduate, graduate
Renewable: No
About
The Margarine G. Beaman Memorial Scholarship, part of the ACB program, supports legally blind students who exhibit leadership qualities and active community involvement. It fosters well-rounded individuals.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US
- GPA: 2.5+
- Demographic: disability
- Must be legally blind
- Enrolled in an accredited post-secondary institution
- Demonstrate community involvement and leadership potential
Required Materials
- Application form
- Essay
- Official transcript
- Two letters of recommendation
- Proof of legal blindness
Timeline
Applications open November. Deadline February 1. Winners announced in May.
Tips
Highlight your leadership roles in school or community organizations. Connect your experiences with blindness to your ability to lead and inspire others.