Scholarships
Maine Resources
Maine Scholarship Search - Search a comprehensive list of scholarships courtesy of this feature provided by the Finance Authority of Maine (FAME).
A. Leigh Phillips Scholarship - This $1,000 scholarship is awarded to a graduating high school senior in Maine who has a disability recognized under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Maine Special Education Regulations Chapter 101. Applicants are evaluated based on exceptional achievements in areas such as academics, extracurricular activities, volunteerism, and leadership
Alpha One Powering Education Scholarship - Offering up to $2,000, this scholarship is available to Maine students with a documented disability. Eligible applicants must have attended or be attending a Maine high school, maintain at least a B average GPA, and be accepted or enrolled in a postsecondary institution.
University of Maine Student Accessibility Services Scholarships - The University of Maine provides several scholarships for students with disabilities through its Student Accessibility Services (SAS). To be considered, students must have a minimum GPA of 2.5, be enrolled at least part-time in a degree program, and demonstrate financial need. Scholarships are awarded through the Scholarship Universe platform, eliminating the need for separate applications.
Regional Resources
New England Society (NES) Scholarship Program - The NES offers scholarships of up to $25,000 per student over a four-year period, aiming to reduce student loan liability and provide a sense of achievement.
New England Paralyzed Veterans of America (NEPVA) Scholarship - The NEPVA offers scholarships to its members and their immediate family members. Full-time students can receive up to $2,500, while part-time students may be awarded up to $1,000 per academic year. Eligible applicants must be U.S. citizens and enrolled in an accredited college or university. Courses can be undergraduate, graduate, certificate, or continuing education, and may be credit or non-credit. Previous recipients can apply again but are limited to two scholarships in total.
National Resources
ThinkCollege.net - Youth with intellectual disabilities have not had many chances to go to college. This is changing as individuals across the country begin to create opportunities for these youth to reap the benefits of postsecondary education. This website will provide information and links to anyone interested in finding out more about the possibilities.
AAHD Frederick J. Krause Scholarship on Health and Disability - Offered by the American Association on Health and Disability (AAHD), this scholarship supports students with disabilities pursuing undergraduate or graduate studies related to health and disability. Applicants must be enrolled full-time and demonstrate a commitment to improving quality of life for individuals with disabilities.
Anne Ford Scholarship - Administered by the National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD), this $10,000 scholarship ($2,500 per year over four years) is awarded to a graduating high school senior with a documented learning disability (LD) who will enroll in a full-time bachelor's degree program.
Allegra Ford Thomas Scholarship - Also offered by NCLD, this $5,000 scholarship ($2,500 per year over two years) is for graduating high school seniors with a documented learning disability (LD) who will enroll in a two-year community college, vocational/technical training program, or specialized program for students with disabilities.
Lime Connect Scholarship - This $10,000 scholarship is for current or incoming undergraduate students with disabilities pursuing a degree in computer science or a related field. Applicants must demonstrate a strong academic performance and leadership qualities.
Sertoma Hard of Hearing or Deaf Scholarship - This $1,000 scholarship is awarded to students with clinically significant bilateral hearing loss pursuing a four-year degree at a college or university in the United States.
American Council of the Blind Scholarship Program - Offers scholarships ranging from $2,000 to $7,500 for students who are legally blind, maintain a 3.0 GPA, and are involved in their school/local community.
Microsoft Disability Scholarship - Provides a $5,000 renewable scholarship to high school seniors with disabilities who plan to attend a vocational or academic college and have a passion for technology.