saveThe Larry Streeter Memorial Scholarship
Sponsored by: National Federation of the Blind (NFB)
Applicant must be legally blind in both eyes, residing in and pursuing a full-time course of study in an accredited degree program in the United States or Puerto Rico. Online/print application form, personal essay, two letters of recommendation, proof of legal blindness, all post-secondary transcripts, and one interview with NFB state president required; financial need not required. One scholarship may be given to a student who is working full-time and attending part-time. Recipient must participate in the NFB Annual Convention (financial assistance for convention is in addition to the scholarship). The NFB Scholarship Program FAQ page contains tips for all applicants.
FAQ
| Application Deadline | March 31 |
|---|---|
| Scholarship, Grant, Fellowship or Contest | Scholarship |
| Number of Applications | 450 |
| Awarded every year? | yes |
| Unlimited amount awarded? | yes |
| Renewable? Recipient is eligible to re-apply again in subsequent years. |
no |
| Must be repaid? | no |
| Required to attend a specific school? | no |
| Is a separate application required? | yes |
