National MS Society Scholarship Program
MS shouldn’t stand in the way of an education. The National MS Society’s scholarship program exists to help qualified students who have been diagnosed with MS or who have a parent with MS achieve their dreams of going to college.
Applications for 2013 will be accepted October 1, 2012 - January 15, 2013. Click here for more details.
In 2012, the Connecticut Chapter is proud to have provided 14 scholarships for college-bound students affected by multiple sclerosis. These scholarships were made possible by contributions from the following:
- Hayley's Hope & Michaela's Miracle MS Memorial Fund
- Corn-Carter Family Scholarship
- Jo-Ann Concilio Memorial Fund
Other Related Scholarships
American Association on Health and Disability Scholarship Program
AAHD Scholarship Program supports students with disabilities who are pursuing higher education. The mission of the AAHD is to contribute to national, state, and local efforts to promote health and wellness in people with disabilities and identify effective intervention strategies that reduce health disparities between people with disabilities and the general population.
Through The Looking Glass Scholarship
Through The Looking Glass, a national non-profit organization supporting people and families living with disabilities, offers scholarships for students with parents with disabilities.
Going To College: A Resource For Teens With Disabilities
This web resource offers tips for applying to college, financial aid and how to find scholarships.