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Top Autism Scholarships in 2022
Did you know that there are scholarships for students with Autism? We did our best to research all credible opportunities, and came up with the following list. We share a variety of opportunities (if are a dog reader, read on!). As you might already know, with improved support systems in colleges, more and more students diagnosed with Autism are enrolling in college. These scholarships are the perfect way to help fund the journey!
Keep on reading to learn more about these scholarships including deadlines, award amounts, and eligibility!
Top Scholarships for Students with Autism
Canines for Kids Scholarship
- Eligibility: Students under the age of 18 years old at the time of placement with their service dog and have a physical disability, psychological disability, or be in the Autism Spectrum
- Amount: $250 to $5,000
- Deadline: Rolling
Resources for Students with Autism
Autism Speaks Resource Guide
This easy to search guide allows users to find resources by geographic region. Some of the searchable topics are “Autism Friendly Services,” “Health and Medical,” “Housing,” “Schools,” and “Support Groups,” to name a few. Bookmark this one!
Jack’s Place for Autism Foundation
Jack’s Place for Autism Foundation offers support, education, and referral services for families affected by autism. The Foundation was created by the parents of “Jack” to support other parents of children with Autism.
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Making A Difference For Autism Scholarship
- Eligibility: High school students with autism planning on a post-secondary program as well as current college students with autism
- Amount: $500
Lisa Higgins Hussman Scholarship
- Eligibility: Students attending two year universities, life skills/postsecondary programs, or vocational, technical, or trade schools
- Amount: $3,000
Schwallie Family Scholarship
- Eligibility: Students with an established autism diagnosis and who will be attending an accredited post-secondary institution of higher education in the United States
- Amount: $3,000
Sunwise Capital Autism Scholarship
- Eligibility: US citizens who are recent high school graduates, current undergraduates, or students attending an autism school diagnosed with ASD are eligible to apply
- Amount: $500
Varghese Summersett PLLC Autism Scholarship
- Eligibility: Applicants must be 15 years old or younger and diagnosed with autism
- Amount: $500
