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Schwallie Family Scholarship

Schwallie-Family-Scholarship

Applicable For:

College Students

Max Award Amount:

$3000

Application Deadline:

24/04/2023

Scholarship Provider

Country

United States
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About This Scholarship

The Schwallie Family Scholarship is a scholarship program that provides financial assistance to students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) who are pursuing higher education. The scholarship is named after the Schwallie family, who created the program to honor their son Matt, who had autism and passed away in 1996. The Schwallie Family Scholarship is awarded annually to up to 20 students with ASD who are enrolled or planning to enroll in an accredited post-secondary institution, such as a college or vocational school. The scholarship awards range from $3,000 to $3,500, and they can be used to cover tuition, books, and other educational expenses.

The Schwallie Family Scholarship is a great opportunity for students with ASD who are pursuing higher education to receive financial assistance and support. The scholarship program is administered by the Organization for Autism Research (OAR), a non-profit organization that promotes research and education about autism.

Eligibility Criteria For Schwallie Family Scholarship

The Schwallie Family Scholarship is a program administered by the Organization for Autism Research (OAR) that provides financial assistance to students diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) who are pursuing a post-secondary education.

To be eligible for the Schwallie Family Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Be diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) by a licensed professional.
  • Be enrolled in or accepted to an accredited post-secondary program (e.g. university, college, vocational/technical school).
  • Submit a completed application, including an essay and all required supporting documentation, by the annual deadline.
  • Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (on a 4.0 scale) in high school or post-secondary education.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to their academic and career goals through participation in extracurricular activities, volunteer work, or other achievements.

Note that meeting the eligibility criteria does not guarantee receipt of the scholarship, as selection is based on a competitive process and the number of scholarships awarded each year is limited.

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