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SCHOLARSHIPS FOR STUDENTS WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES
SCHOLARSHIP NAME: The Anne Ford Scholarship
ORGANIZATION: National Center for Learning Disabilities
AWARD AMOUNT: $10,000.00
APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 31st
FOR APPLICATION AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Ann Ford Scholarship Program
National Center for Learning Disabilities
381 Park Avenue South Suite 1401
New York, NY 10016
888.575.7373
AFScholarship@ncld.org
SUBMIT APPLICATION TO: Same
ELIBIBILITY CRITERIA:
Interested individuals must submit the following materials; NCLD must receive all of these materials in one packet in order to be considered for the scholarship.
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A completed application. (Please download from our website at http://www.ncld.org/content/view/871/456074/
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A personal statement, describing the applicant’s frustrations and triumphs in dealing with his or her specific learning disability. Essays should also include how they embody the characteristics of an ideal candidate (as described above) and should make specific mention of how they believe a college education will enhance their lives.
(This may be submitted as a written essay (750-1000 words) or a video/audio tape no longer than 15 minutes in length. Tape should be accompanied by a written script and/or outline and must be clearly labeled with the candidate’s name).
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A high school transcript. Applicants should contact their school guidance office or the appropriate school administrator to obtain a copy (unofficial transcripts will be accepted).
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Three (3) letters of recommendation.
Instructions: Each letter of recommendation must be attached to a copy of the Letter of Recommendation Form (found on page 6), and each must be enclosed in a separate sealed envelope and included in the complete application packet. At least one letter should come from a teacher, past or present.
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A financial statement (see page 7 of application).
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Standardized test scores (SAT, ACT, other). Unofficial copies of standardized test score reports will be accepted.
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Current documentation of a learning disability that includes evaluation reports, I.E.P. and/or 504 plan, etc. (Applicants should note that ADD/ADHD alone is not considered a learning disability. Eligible candidates with ADD/ADHD must also provide documentation of a specific learning disability).
All application materials must be submitted in one packet.
Selection Process
The Anne Ford Scholarship Committee, consisting of members of NCLD’s Board of Directors and Professional Advisory Board and distinguished friends, will make the final selection in Spring.
Scholarship Requirements
Anne Ford Scholars are required to submit annual updates detailing their progress in school and offering insight about their academic and personal growth. The $10,000 scholarship will be paid in four yearly installments of $2,500. Scholars must submit proof of course registration to receive their first installment. To continue receiving payments, scholars must provide proof of course registration for each ensuing semester and documentation of passing grades (transcripts).
