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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Open Bank Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is $1,000. Plan to apply by April 20, 2026.

$1,000

Award Amount

Apr 20, 2026

deadline passed

8 requirements

Requirements

Apr 20, 2026

deadline passed

8 requirements

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$1,000

Award Amount

DisabilityFew RequirementsFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGPA 3.0+CANVTXCaliforniaNevadaTexas

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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 April 15, 2026.

$2,500

Award Amount

Apr 15, 2026

deadline passed

5 requirements

Requirements

Apr 15, 2026

deadline passed

5 requirements

Requirements

$2,500

Award Amount

EducationDisabilityFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduateGraduateCommunity CollegeTrade SchoolGPA 2.0+CAORWACaliforniaOregonWashington

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Gilbert W. Mead, III Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is $500. Plan to apply by April 22, 2026.

$500

Award Amount

Apr 22, 2026

deadline passed

6 requirements

Requirements

Apr 22, 2026

deadline passed

6 requirements

Requirements

$500

Award Amount

ArtsDisabilityFew RequirementsFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduateGPA 2.0+CTConnecticut

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Klussendorf/McKown Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is $1,500. Plan to apply by April 15, 2026.

$1,500

Award Amount

Apr 15, 2026

deadline passed

9 requirements

Requirements

Apr 15, 2026

deadline passed

9 requirements

Requirements

$1,500

Award Amount

STEMDisabilityFew RequirementsUndergraduateGraduateGPA 2.0+

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Zeph Stewart Latin Teacher Training Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is $1,500. Plan to apply by April 15, 2026.

$1,500

Award Amount

Apr 15, 2026

deadline passed

5 requirements

Requirements

Apr 15, 2026

deadline passed

5 requirements

Requirements

$1,500

Award Amount

EducationDisabilityFew RequirementsHispanicHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduateGPA 2.0+

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Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is $1,250. Plan to apply by April 15, 2026.

$1,250

Award Amount

Apr 15, 2026

deadline passed

4 requirements

Requirements

Apr 15, 2026

deadline passed

4 requirements

Requirements

$1,250

Award Amount

EducationSafetyDisabilityFew RequirementsHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolTrade SchoolGPA 3.0+NVNevada

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Patricia Schroder Memorial Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is $1,500. Plan to apply by April 15, 2026.

$1,500

Award Amount

Direct to student

Apr 15, 2026

deadline passed

5 requirements

Requirements

Apr 15, 2026

deadline passed

5 requirements

Requirements

$1,500

Award Amount

Direct to student

CommunityDisabilityFew RequirementsHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduateDirect to studentGPA 2.0+WAWashington

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Greater Cincinnati Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 10 Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is $1,000. Plan to apply by April 17, 2026.

$1,000

Award Amount

Apr 17, 2026

deadline passed

5 requirements

Requirements

Apr 17, 2026

deadline passed

5 requirements

Requirements

$1,000

Award Amount

LawDisabilityFew RequirementsVeteransFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolTrade SchoolGPA 2.0+OHOhio

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Mark Wilkie Memorial Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is $1,000. Plan to apply by April 15, 2026.

$1,000

Award Amount

Apr 15, 2026

deadline passed

5 requirements

Requirements

Apr 15, 2026

deadline passed

5 requirements

Requirements

$1,000

Award Amount

DisabilityFew RequirementsHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGPA 2.0+

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Focus first on disability scholarships where your background matches the listed eligibility requirements.
Compare deadlines and required materials before choosing which applications to prioritize.
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Confirm official provider requirements and submission instructions before applying.

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.