Help America See Scholarship for A Blind Student

Opportunity for legaly bling students.

Overview:
The purpose of this scholarship is to help students who are blind reach their full potential. This will further allow the students to build confidence and self-esteem as they prepare to begin their college education.

Eligibility Requirements:

• High school senior
• Legally blind
• Attending college or a voctional school

How to Apply:
Email:

• Application(online)
• A 500-1500 word essay, single spaced in 12 pt arial font. Should include but not limited to:
• What is blindness and how does it apply to you?
• How have your peers and teachers supported your academic achievements?
• How has blindness affected your productivity in school?
• What challenges do you face as a blind student? How are you overcoming those challenges?
• What accessibility aids do you feel have or will increase your ability to learn?
• List the ways accessibility aids will improve your education, work and social goals.
• Explain what new activities you will engage in or pursue during college.
• How do you expect your life to change once you start college and pursue your career goals?
• Do you think your social, educational, work, and interpersonal relationships will be different?
• What are you looking to accomplish with your college degree in your life and how this award will help you achieve your goals for the future?
• How will you advocate for self-determination for students and other individuals who are blind?
• Photo of applicant
• A letter signed by Ophthalmologist/Optometrist stating level of blindness
• Letter of Determination of Legally Blind status from state and/or federal government
• Copy of college or vocational school acceptance letter
• A signed photo release form if under 18 years old
• Two letters of Reccomendation

For more information and how to apply, please visit: https://www.foundationforsightandsound.org/scholarships/
This is an external scholarship opportunity, not associated with the CSUCI Foundation, and this posting is for informational purposes only.