Disability Scholarships

Explore disability scholarships for students with disabilities, chronic health conditions, neurodivergence, accessibility needs, or lived experience connected to disability advocacy and support. Compare eligibility language, documentation requirements, deadlines, award amounts, school level, and application materials so you can focus on opportunities that fit your situation.

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Available Disability scholarships

Browse available disability scholarships below or use filters to refine your results by deadline, award amount, GPA, eligibility, and requirements.

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Students of Colour Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is 2,500. Plan to apply by 7/15/2026.

$2,500

Award Amount

Jul 15, 2026

76 days left

None

Requirements

Jul 15, 2026

76 days left

None

Requirements

$2,500

Award Amount

DisabilityFew RequirementsFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateCommunity College

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Tommy Douglas Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is 2,500. Plan to apply by 7/15/2026.

$2,500

Award Amount

Paid to school

Jul 15, 2026

76 days left

None

Requirements

Jul 15, 2026

76 days left

None

Requirements

$2,500

Award Amount

Paid to school

DisabilityFew RequirementsFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateCommunity CollegePaid to school

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Scholarship for Black Students

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is 2,500. Plan to apply by 7/15/2026.

$2,500

Award Amount

Paid to school

Jul 15, 2026

76 days left

None

Requirements

Jul 15, 2026

76 days left

None

Requirements

$2,500

Award Amount

Paid to school

DisabilityFew RequirementsAfrican AmericanFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateCommunity CollegePaid to school

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Brian Fudge Memorial Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is 2,500. Plan to apply by 7/15/2026.

$2,500

Award Amount

Paid to school

Jul 15, 2026

76 days left

None

Requirements

Jul 15, 2026

76 days left

None

Requirements

$2,500

Award Amount

Paid to school

MedicineCommunityDisabilityFew RequirementsFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateCommunity CollegePaid to school

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Booz Allen Celebrate Abilities Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is 2,750. Plan to apply by 3/26/2027.

$2,750

Award Amount

Mar 26, 2027

330 days left

1 requirement

Requirements

Mar 26, 2027

330 days left

1 requirement

Requirements

$2,750

Award Amount

STEMDisabilityFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduateCommunity CollegeVAVirginia

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Blind Service Association Scholarship

This scholarship helps cover education costs for qualified students. The listed award is $4,000. Plan to apply by April 01, 2027.

$4,000

Award Amount

Apr 1, 2027

336 days left

None

Requirements

Apr 1, 2027

336 days left

None

Requirements

$4,000

Award Amount

DisabilityFew Requirements

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Diana Wagner Memorial Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $2000. Plan to apply by May 15, 2026.

156 applicants

$2,000

Award Amount

May 15, 2026

15 days left

2 requirements

Requirements

May 15, 2026

15 days left

2 requirements

Requirements

$2,000

Award Amount

EducationCommunityDisabilityFew RequirementsWomenVeteransHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduatePhDCommunity CollegeGraduateGPA 3.5+CACOIDNVORTX

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Jeanne Henuset-Fraser Memorial Bursary for Rural Manitoba Students

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is $2,500. Plan to apply by June 15, 2026.

$2,500

Award Amount

Paid to school

Jun 15, 2026

46 days left

7 requirements

Requirements

Jun 15, 2026

46 days left

7 requirements

Requirements

$2,500

Award Amount

Paid to school

EducationSTEMMedicineLawDisabilityFew RequirementsWomenFinancial NeedUndergraduatePaid to schoolGPA 2.0+

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Automotive Scholarship Program - Fall

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is $2,500. Plan to apply by June 15, 2026.

$2,500

Award Amount

Direct to student

Jun 15, 2026

46 days left

6 requirements

Requirements

Jun 15, 2026

46 days left

6 requirements

Requirements

$2,500

Award Amount

Direct to student

DisabilityFew RequirementsHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduateDirect to studentGPA 2.0+

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Frequently asked questions about disability scholarships

Who can apply for disability scholarships?

Disability scholarship eligibility can vary widely. Some awards are open to students with any documented disability, while others focus on a specific condition, chronic illness, learning difference, mobility disability, sensory disability, mental health condition, neurodivergence, or connection to disability advocacy. Providers may also consider school level, GPA, financial need, community involvement, field of study, or location.

Do disability scholarships require medical documentation?

Some disability scholarships ask for documentation, but requirements are not the same everywhere. A provider may request a short verification letter, proof of diagnosis, an accommodation letter, or a personal statement instead of medical records. Review the official instructions carefully and share only what is requested. If documentation feels unclear, contact the provider before submitting personal health information.

What should I write about in a disability scholarship essay?

A strong essay can discuss your goals, resilience, community, advocacy, accessibility needs, or the way your experience has shaped your education. You do not have to share more personal detail than the prompt requires. Focus on what the scholarship committee needs to understand: your path, what support would make possible, and how the award connects to your academic or career plans.