Norma Schecter Scholarship

General StudiesLegally BlindDisability
Written By Charlotte Waterson

Organization: American Council of the Blind (ACB)—Click here to apply

Application Deadline: 02/14/2025

Overview: The American Council of the Blind (ACB) Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to legally blind students pursuing post-secondary education. Scholarships range from $2,000 to $7,500 and support educational expenses such as tuition, fees, room and board, and assistive technology costs.

Key Information

  • Location: United States

  • Modality: On-campus or online post-secondary education

  • Compensation: $2,000 to $7,500 per scholarship

  • Time Commitment: Full-time students or part-time students working at least 32 hours per week

Eligibility Requirements

  • Legally blind (certified by an ophthalmologist, optometrist, or physician)

  • 3.0 GPA for most scholarships

  • Need to be enrolled full-time or part-time with a minimum of 32 hours of work per week for some scholarships

  • Active involvement in school and local community activities

  • Must attend a post-secondary institution in the United States

Charlotte Waterson
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