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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ADS Alumni Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is $1,030. Plan to apply by May 1, 2026.

$1,030

Award Amount

May 1, 2026

1 day left

5 requirements

Requirements

DisabilityFew RequirementsCommunity CollegeGPA 2.0+
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Glenn Coursey Agriculture Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is $4,000. Plan to apply by May 15, 2026.

$4,000

Award Amount

May 15, 2026

15 days left

8 requirements

Requirements

DisabilityFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduateGraduateGPA 2.0+
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Owen Hart Foundation Award

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is $4,000. Plan to apply by May 30, 2026.

$4,000

Award Amount

Paid to school

May 30, 2026

30 days left

7 requirements

Requirements

DisabilityFew RequirementsFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduatePaid to schoolGPA 2.0+
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Calgary Catholic School District Kerry Dyte Educational Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is $4,000. Plan to apply by May 30, 2026.

$4,000

Award Amount

Paid to school

May 30, 2026

30 days left

7 requirements

Requirements

CommunityDisabilityFew RequirementsFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduatePaid to schoolGPA 2.0+
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P.E.O. Program for Continuing Education

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is 4,000. Plan to apply by 12/31/2026.

$4,000

Award Amount

Dec 31, 2026

245 days left

None

Requirements

EducationLawDisabilityFew RequirementsWomenFinancial NeedUndergraduateGraduateCommunity College
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Ruthie Brown Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $5000. Plan to apply by May 19, 2027.

1,167 applicants

$5,000

Award Amount

May 19, 2027

384 days left

3 requirements

Requirements

EducationDisabilityWomenAfrican AmericanLow IncomeHispanicFirst-GenerationSingle ParentFinancial NeedHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduatePhDCommunity CollegeTrade SchoolGPA 3.5+CAMOMTNVNHNMNCSCVAWA
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AZ AER Student Merit Scholarship

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

$500

Award Amount

May 1, 2026

1 day left

6 requirements

Requirements

EducationDisabilityFew RequirementsHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduateGPA 2.0+AZArizona
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offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is 4,500. Plan to apply by 8/1/2026.

$4,500

Award Amount

Paid to school

Aug 1, 2026

93 days left

2 requirements

Requirements

DisabilityFew RequirementsWomenLGBTQ+Financial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduateCommunity CollegePaid to school
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USOPC Team USA Tuition Scholarships

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is 4,500. Plan to apply by 12/31/2026.

$4,500

Award Amount

Dec 31, 2026

245 days left

2 requirements

Requirements

MedicineLawDisabilityFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduateGraduatePhDCommunity CollegeNationwide

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How to increase your chances

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  • Focus first on disability scholarships where your background matches the listed eligibility requirements.
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  • Prepare essays, transcripts, recommendation requests, and proof of enrollment before the final week.
  • 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.

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