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Scholarships and aid for students with disabilities

Where to look for scholarships and other aid for students with learning differences, ADHD, autism and other disabilities, and how to avoid scams.

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Where to look

Disability organizations for your student's specific diagnosis
Each college's disability services and financial aid offices
Local community foundations and service clubs
Your state vocational rehabilitation agency, which may help pay for training or supports

Apply well

Keep a list with deadlines, requirements and essays
Reuse and tailor one strong personal essay
Ask for recommendation letters early

Avoid scams

Never pay to apply for a scholarship
Be wary of "guaranteed" awards
Do not share bank or Social Security numbers on a scholarship form

General information from Caveat Academic Services, not legal, medical or financial advice. Rules vary by state, school and college; confirm with each one.

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This tool is general information, not legal, tax or financial advice. Each college decides admission, aid and how credit counts, and requirements change; check each college's own pages. Examples are examples, not promises. Caveat Academic Services is an independent college preparation company. Students do all of their own work.