Several scholarship opportunities are available to current student registered with the Disability Resource Center. Each scholarship competition has distinct qualifications and application criteria which must be followed along with submission deadlines. Applications for the following scholarships can be obtained from the Disability Resource Center or can be printed from the on-line scholarship applications available on the Dean of Students Scholarship and Recognition webpage at http://dso.ufl.edu/scholarships/:
| Scholarship | Opening Date | 2008 Closing Date |
|---|---|---|
| The Rita O'Connell Scholarship Fund | January | February 20th |
| Theodore R. and Vivian M. Johnson Scholarship | February | May 15th |
| Deb Richard Foundation Scholarship | February | May 15th |
| Florida Council of the Blind | February | March 31st |
| Florida Council of Citizens with Low Vision | February | March 31st |
Please note that the Johnson Scholarship and the Richard Foundation Scholarship are available to incoming freshman who meet eligibility criteria.
Creating Options: Financial Aid for Individuals with Disabilities (www.heath.gwu.edu/node/7) provides an overview of student financial aid and discusses the roles and responsibilities of those who play a significant part in the process of providing aid to students with disabilities. The guide contains an extensive listing of scholarships available to individuals with disabilities.
Financial aid is any grant, scholarship, part-time employment, or loan offered for the purpose of helping students pay education-related expenses. Such aid is usually provided by federal, state, university, or private agencies. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) (www.fafsa.ed.gov) must be completed to determine your eligibility for financial aid. Contact the Office of Student Financial Affairs (www.sfa.ufl.edu) if you have any questions or need additional information about student financial aid.