The American Legion Auxiliary Non-Traditional Student Scholarship for Students with Disabilities

American Legion Auxiliary

Amount: $2,000
Deadline: March 1
Level: undergraduate
Renewable: No

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About

This scholarship supports non-traditional students with disabilities who are pursuing higher education. It recognizes dedication to education later in life and those with service connections.

Eligibility

  • Citizenship: US
  • GPA: N/A
  • Demographic: disability
  • Non-traditional student (age 20 or older, returning to school after a break, etc.) with a disability
  • Member of the American Legion Auxiliary, Sons of The American Legion, or American Legion (or eligible)
  • Enrolled in an accredited college or university

Required Materials

  • Application form
  • Essay
  • Official transcript
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Verification of disability

Timeline

Applications open January. Deadline March 1. Winners notified by May.

Tips

Emphasize your unique life experiences as a non-traditional student and how your disability has shaped your resilience. Highlight any connection to the American Legion family.