Amount: $2,000
Deadline: February 1
Level: undergraduate, graduate
Renewable: No
About
The American Council of the Blind offers multiple scholarships to legally blind students pursuing academic degrees. These scholarships support students in achieving their educational and career goals.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US
- GPA: 2.5+
- Demographic: disability
- Must be legally blind
- Enrolled in an accredited post-secondary institution
Required Materials
- Application form
- Essay
- Official transcript
- Two letters of recommendation (one from a professor or employer, one from an ACB affiliate member)
Timeline
Applications open November. Deadline February 1. Winners announced in May.
Tips
Tailor your essay to demonstrate your involvement with the blind community and your commitment to advocacy. Proofread carefully.