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9.1. Scholarships Available For People With Disabilities

180 Medical 
180 Medical offers a scholarship program (https://www.180medical.com/scholarships) to help those with spinal cord injuries, spina bifida, and transverse myelitis. Students attending a two-year, four-year, or graduate school program full time in the fall are eligible to apply. Applicants must be under a physician's care for a spinal cord injury, spina bifida, transverse myelitis, neurogenic bladder, or ostomy (ileostomy, colostomy, or urostomy). Must be a legal resident in the United States.
https://www.180medical.com/
(877) 688-2729

1800wheelchair.com  
1800Wheelchair.com offers an annual scholarship award to an undergraduate student. The scholarship is open to students of any major or concentration. Although not a requirement, preference will be given to students with mobility disabilities.
https://www.1800wheelchair.com/scholarship/
800-320-7140

ABC Medical  
ABC Medical will be offering semi-annual scholarships, divided into the following three categories: Adaptive Sports, Scholar Athletes, and Making a Difference.  The Adaptive Sports scholarship will be divided by age group (Junior, College, Adult) and will be awarded to individuals who represent good sportsmanship, display continuous respect for themselves and others, and display leadership characteristics on their adaptive sports team.  The Scholar Athlete award will be given to individuals in need of financial assistance for their college tuition.  The Making a Difference scholarship will be given to individuals that are trying to improve their own lives or improve the lives of others around them.
http://www.abc-med.com/scholarships
866-897-8588

American Association on Health and Disability  
The on AAHD Frederick J. Krause Scholarship Health and Disability is awarded annually to a deserving  student with a disability who is pursuing undergraduate/graduate studies (must be at least enrolled as a Junior in college) in an accredited university who is pursuing studies related to the health and disability, to include, but not limited to  public health, health promotion, disability studies, disability research, rehabilitation engineering, audiology, disability policy, special education and majors that will impact quality of life of persons with disabilities.
http://www.aahd.us/initiatives/scholarship-program/
(301) 545-6140

AvaCare Medical Scholarship
At AvaCare Medical, we're showing our appreciation to those who are studying medicine - especially those who are disabled themselves - by offering an annual scholarship of $1,000 for students in the medical and healthcare field. When choosing winners, we will give preference to students with a physical disability.
https://avacaremedical.com/scholarship
1.877.813.7799

ABC Law Centers: Birth Injury Lawyers, Cerebral Palsy Scholarship
ABC Law Centers awards one scholarship per year in the amount of $1,000 to a student who has cerebral palsy. Their annual scholarship is designed to increase awareness about cerebral palsy (CP) and celebrate the achievements of those with cerebral palsy. The award will be granted by a panel of judges to a single applicant who meets the below criteria and has submitted an application. To be considered, students must be enrolled at an institution of higher education in the United States, have cerebral palsy, and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
https://www.abclawcenters.com/scholarships/cerebral-palsy-scholarship/

The Bryon Riesch Paralysis Foundation  
A $1000 or $4000 scholarship shall be awarded to two or more individuals with spinal cord injuries, spinal cord related disabilities, or the child of that person, for post high for post high school education yearly (once a year). Individuals suffering from a direct spinal cord injury or disease resulting in paralysis such as spinal tumors, strokes or aneurysms affecting the spinal cord, or spina bifida are given first priority. Priority is also given to people living in Wisconsin, but scholarships still may be given out to individuals residing in the United States depending on the funds available. 
http://brpf.org/scholarship
(262) 547-2083

Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C  Disability Scholarship  
The scholarship will award $1,000.00 to one student selected by our scholarship selection committee. The student must be attending an accredited college or university. The program is open to students of any age, with any type of disability, including but not limited to physical disabilities, medical conditions, mental or psychiatric conditions, speech and language, learning disabilities, behavioral conditions, and all other conditions.
http://www.buckfirelaw.com/library/disability-scholarship-2020.cfm
(800) 606-1717

Craig Hospital Alumni Scholarship  
With support from the Denver Alumnae Chapter of the Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority and other community contributions, graduates of Craig can apply for financial support for higher education from the Craig Hospital Alumni Scholarship Fund.
https://craighospital.org/resources/alumni-educational-scholarship
303-789-8236

Crockett Law Group Passion for Compassion Scholarship
Amount Awarded: $1,000
Eligibility: Applicant must be a legal or permanent resident of the U.S., have strong academic achievements, and demonstrated commitment to the community. Submission of essay and unofficial copy of college transcripts. For more information, please visit http://crockettlawgroup.com/scholarship/.
Description: The Crockett Law Group is sympathetic to the vulnerability of injured individuals and that is why we fight on their behalf against big insurance companies. We are looking for students who share our passion for compassion and can share something they have done to make a difference in their community. For students enrolled or accepted to an accredited college or university in California.
Irvine, CA
(800) 900-9393

disABLEDperson, Inc. National Scholarship for College Students with Disabilities
In order to qualify for the disABLEDperson Scholarship, the student must be enrolled in a 2 or 4 years accredited college or university in the United States of America. They must be a matriculated student and attending school full-time and U.S. citizen. Part-time status is acceptable as long as the part-time attendance is due to their disability and not their financial situation (minimum of 6 credits for undergraduate, 6 credits for graduate). 
https://www.disabledperson.com/scholarships/info
760) 420-1269

Lime Connect Scholarship 
Lime Connect Pathways scholarships are for computer science students with disabilities. Designed for current high school seniors with disabilities who are pursuing a degree at a four-year university or college in either the U.S. or Canada. Multiple students are selected for this award each year and these awards are merit-based, however, financial needs will be taken into consideration. 
https://limeconnect.com/opportunities/scholarships-awards/

Harris Personal Injury Lawyers Scholarship
The attorneys at Harris Personal Injury Lawyers, Inc. understand the difficult process of recovery after you've been seriously injured. They are offering a scholarship for college students who have been victims of a serious injury, and are committed to demonstrating a determination to rebuild their lives by attending college.
http://harrispersonalinjury.com/injury-scholarship/
1.877.231.9970 

Hydrocephalus Association’s Scholarship
The Hydrocephalus Association’s Scholarship Program was established in 1994 to provide financial assistance to capable and promising young adults who live with the ongoing challenges and complexities of hydrocephalus. They offer a total of twelve scholarships annually in the amount of $1000 each. However, the number of awarded scholarships may vary each year depending on available funding. 
Scholarship | Hydrocephalus Association

Karman Healthcare Scholarship
The Karman Healthcare Scholarship Fund now provides students with the opportunity to earn two $500 scholarships per year*. This scholarship will apply to students this year who have a mobility disability, excelled academically and those who have a regard for disability awareness in America.
https://www.karmanhealthcare.com/scholarships/
(626) 581-2235

Law Offices of Daniel Kim Scholarship 
The Law Offices of Daniel Kim Scholarship is open to undergraduate and graduate students. One $5,000 scholarship will be awarded to a student dedicated to making a difference in their community. Applications will be reviewed by The Law Offices of Daniel Kim. Students must demonstrate a 3.0+ GPA and submit a 1,200+ word essay. Criteria for selection is based on originality and quality of the submission. 
The Law Offices of Daniel Kim Scholarship - Apply (usaccidentlawyer.com)

Michigan Auto Law Scholarship
Michigan auto accident law firm is offering an annual scholarship for college students who were victims of car accidents earlier in their lives and who have overcome their injuries. Annual scholarship of $500 will be awarded to two applicants each year.
http://www.michiganautolaw.com/scholarships/car-accident/
(888) 995-6680

NBC Universal Tony Coelho Media Scholarship
Thanks to a generous contribution from NBCUniversal, the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) is proud to offer the NBCUniversal Tony Coelho Media Scholarship.  the NBCUniversal Tony Coelho Media Scholarship will offer eight (8) scholarships to 2nd year associate students; undergraduate sophomores, juniors, and seniors; and graduate students with disabilities who are interested in pursuing a career in the communications, media, or entertainment industry. Each recipient will receive $5,625 to help cover the cost of education at their current college or university.
http://www.aapd.com/nbcuniversal-tony-coelho-media-scholarship-program/
202-521-4316

Shook & Stone Scholarship  
Shook and Stone Law Firm is offering a $2,500 scholarship for students with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. All applicants need to do is submit an essay (max 2,000 words) or a video (max two minutes) response to one of the following prompts:
1. How do personal injury attorneys benefit society?
2. Why is it important for injured individuals to have legal representation?
3. What poses the biggest personal injury risk for individuals? 
4. What options do injured individuals have, whether legal, physical, etc.? 
The submission deadline is July 1 , for the fall semester and December 1 , for the spring semester.  
https://www.shookandstone.com/scholarship/ 
(702) 766-6380

SpinLife Innovation in Motion Scholarship   
SpinLife Innovation in Motion Scholarship program designed to aid college students in their academic endeavors. The annual program will award one (1) $1,000 scholarship and one (1) $500 gift card to Spinlife.com and is open to students who are manual or power wheelchair users enrolled at an accredited 4-year institution.
http://www.spinlife.com/scholarship/
800-850-0335

Swim With Mike Physically Challenged Athletes Scholarship Fund scholarship  
Supports college scholarships for athletes who participated in organized competitive youth, high school or collegiate athletics and subsequently have sustained a life changing accident or illness (e.g. paralysis, blindness, cancer, amputation, head injuries). Scholarship recipients will meet the admissions standards at a four year or graduate level institution of higher learning. Following matriculation at the institution, the scholarship recipient shall maintain satisfactory progress towards their degree program and maintain a minimum grade point average of no less than 2.5 cumulative and the minimum required by their department to be considered "in good academic standing". Recipients will provide a copy of their cumulative transcript s well as a letter requesting renewal of their scholarship at the end of each academic year in order to receive aid in subsequent academic years.
https://www.swimwithmike.org/
(213)-740-4155

Test Prep Insight Scholarship 
Test Prep Insight offers a one-time $1500 scholarship for students with a physical or mental disability. Applicants must be currently enrolled at or planning to attend a 2-4 year university, community college or graduate school program located in the United States. The minimum GPA required for application is 2.5, indicating that all candidates are in good academic standing.  For more information send email to info@testprepinsight.com or visit their website. 
Website: https://testprepinsight.com/scholarship/

University of Las Vegas, Nevada in Partnership with the Craig H. Neilsen Foundation Spinal Cord Injury Scholarships 
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) in partnership with the Craig H. Neilsen Foundation Institution provides scholarships for individuals with spinal cord injuries (non-hereditary/non-congenital SCI), who would like to go to college or graduate school.  The scholarship supports students who are seeking to earn undergraduate, masters, doctoral, and professional degrees.  The scholarship covers 100% in-state tuition. Out-of-state tuition is paid at 125% of in-state cost. Requirements include a 500-word essay on your personal, educational, and long-term goals, letter of recommendation, and documentation of disability. Contact UNLV Disability Resource Center for further information by email at: drcscholarships@unlv.edu

US Catheter Supplies Academic Scholarships
This annual scholarship opportunity extends to all undergraduate and graduate students (Master’s or Doctoral) currently enrolled or accepted at an accredited U.S. university. US Catheter Supplies encourages applications from students across all fields of study. A specialized committee within US Catheter Supplies will evaluate all submissions and select the recipient. Employees and relatives of US Catheter Supplies are not eligible to apply. The chosen recipient will be granted a $1,000 scholarship award. This financial backing is designed to ease the strain of educational costs, empowering the recipient to concentrate on their studies and chase their academic aspirations. Apply by December 1, annually. National Scholarship Contest | US Catheter Supplies National Scholarship. 

Younglove Law Group Scholarship
Younglove Law Group is offering a $1000 scholarship to students interested in pursuing a career in the legal field in order to help others. Requirements include a 500+ word essay describing your legal goals and inspiration for pursuing a legal career. What do you hope to achieve in the field? Applicants must be legal residents of the United States and have a GPA of at least 3.0. The winner will be required to provide proof of GPA and residency before the scholarship will be awarded. Please visit the following link to learn more about the eligibility requirements and deadline information.  Younglove Law Group Scholarship (ylginjury.com). Please contact their office at (949) 441-4000 with any questions.