Scholarships for Students with Learning Disabilities Including ADD/ADHD

Learning DisabilitiesLearning disability is an umbrella term that includes conditions like ADD, ADHD, dyslexia, dysgraphia and dyscalculia. These disorders can be qualified as “intellectual disabilities”, but are usually less cognitively inhibiting. Common accommodations for students with learning disabilities include longer exam periods, allowing students to take oral exams instead of written, or having a designated reader to assist that student. According toAHEAD, 1 in 25 college students had a learning disability in 2008-2009.
SCHOLARSHIPSAllegra Ford Thomas Scholarship

• Who’s eligible: Graduating high school seniors with a documented learning disability who will attend a 2-year college or vocational school
• Award: $2,500 (one-time, non renewable) for tuition, books and supplies
• Deadline: December 31

Anne Ford Scholarship (learning disability specific)

• Who’s eligible: Graduating high school seniors with a documented learning disability who will attend a 4-year college full-time in the fall
• Award: $2,500 per year for four years for tuition, books and supplies
• Deadline: December 31

RiSE Scholarship

• Who’s eligible: High school seniors who will attend college in the fall with a documented learning disability (ADD/ADHD diagnosis alone will not be considered)
• Award: $2,500 for tuition, books, room and board.
• Deadline: February 15

Fred J. Epstein Youth Achievement Award

• Who’s eligible: Students under age 19 with a learning disability or ADHD.
• Award: $1,000 for education-related expenses
• Deadline: January 31

Michael Yasick ADHD Scholarship

• Who’s eligible: Individuals diagnosed with ADHD who are accepted to or will enroll into college or university, trade, technical or vocational school in the U.S. and who are under the care of an ADHD professional.
• Award: $2,000 and a year of ADHD coaching from the Edge Foundation; the money should be used for tuition and related expenses.
• Deadline: Varies

ADDITIONAL SUPPORT

• Learning Disabilities Association of America: The Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDAA) was founded in 1964. The organization offers a variety of services for individuals with learning disabilities and supports research and advocacy to better the lives of those with learning disabilities.
• National Center for Learning Disabilities: The National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD) advocates for individuals with learning disabilities and provides resources for the same group. Educators can find research-backed tools and professional development to better serve individuals with learning disabilities at the organization as well.