TACCLD Scholarships


The Transition and Communication Consortium on & Learning Disabilities (TACCLD) will be awarding seven scholarships, $1,000 each, at the 21st annual conference on Wednesday, February 27th, 2008. The conference will be located at the Blackwell Inn on the Ohio State University campus.  High school students who have applied to post-secondary programs are eligible to be nominated for this scholarship.   The student may have applied to a trade school, two or four year college or any other setting that provides formal training and education.  The scholarship may be used for payment of tuition, books, or supplies. 

Click here for more information and application form.

Scholarships for Graduating Seniors With Learning Disabilities

The National Center for Learning Disabilities annually awards the Ann Ford Scholarship of $10,000 to an outstanding high school senior with a learning disability who is committed to completing a college degree.  Submission date is December 31, 2007.  The ideal candidate is a high school senior who has faced the challenges of having a learning disability; is committed to completing a college degree and setting career goals; has demonstrated perseverance; embraces new opportunities; has a well-rounded perspective shaped by experiences in school, in the community, and with family and friends; understands how LD affects his/her life and recognizes the importance of self-advocacy; believes in contributing to society in a way that increases the opportunities for individuals with learning disabilities; and will feel comfortable serving as a role model for others who struggle with LD.

For more information, visit http://www.ncld.org or click here to download the application.