National Federation of the Blind of Utah Scholarship

Direct application

$12,000
5 winners

Eligibility

Demographics
Visual Impairment
Location
Utah
Education level
High school

About this scholarship

Legally blind full-time college or graduate students who are Utah residents or attend Utah schools, including graduating high school seniors who will attend college full-time in the upcoming fall, may apply for National Federation of the Blind of Utah scholarships. Selection is based on scholastic aptitude, leadership, and service to the community.

Up to five awards are available. Catalog data lists $12,000; confirm current amounts with NFBU.

Submit the application and supporting documents in Word format. All finalists must attend the entire NFBU state convention. Previous applicants are encouraged to reapply.

Essay question

What else to submit

  • Completed online application and supporting documents in Word format
  • Personal essay
  • One recommendation letter from a teacher, friend, or NFB member
  • Official transcripts from current and prior postsecondary institutions, or high-school transcript for graduating seniors
  • One letter of recommendation from a teacher, friend, or NFB member
  • Official transcripts (current and previous post-secondary institutions, or high school transcript for graduating seniors)
  • Completed online application form
  • Finalists must attend the NFB of Utah state convention (mandatory)
  • All finalists must attend the entire National Federation of the Blind of Utah state convention.
  • Selection considers scholastic aptitude, leadership, and community service.