Scholarships for Athletes with Disabilities

I'm a high school athlete with a disability, and I'm curious about scholarships that cater to students like me. Managing both sports and my condition has been challenging, and financial help would be awesome. What options are out there?

Sure, there are scholarships available specifically for athletes with disabilities and it's wonderful to hear about your active participation in sports despite the challenges. Here are a few scholarships that may help:

1. Disabled Athlete Sports Association Scholarship: This is awarded annually to a disabled student-athlete who excels in both academics and athletics.

2. Challenged Athletes Foundation: CAF provides grants which can be used for a variety of things including, but not limited to, travel to competitions or training events, equipment for use in your chosen sport, and coaching.

3. Swim With Mike Physically Challenged Athletes Scholarship: This is provided to students who participated in organized competitive youth, high school or collegiate athletics, and subsequently have sustained a life-changing accident or illness.

4. The National Amputee Golf Association (NAGA) Scholarships: The scholarships awarded by NAGA are based on academic success, personal character, leadership ability, and financial need.

Remember, these are just a few of the possibilities. There might be additional options at your desired college, or through local organizations, so it's worth exploring all available resources.

Don't forget to also complete the FAFSA to check your eligibility for other types of financial aid. This could include grants, work-study programs, and subsidized loans which can also contribute significantly to your college funding. You can also use tools like the Appily Scholarship search to find more applicable scholarships. Good luck with your search!