Synchrony Scholarship for Autistic Students of Color

Scholarship Overview: Autistic students of color attending any type of undergraduate postsecondary education
Application Available: December 1, 2023
Deadline Date: April 22, 2024

Scholarship Details:

In 2021, the Synchrony Scholarship for Autistic Students of Color was established through a partnership with Synchrony’s Disabilities Diversity Network as part of their national “Education as an Equalizer” initiative.

Eligibility Requirements:

1. Any individual with an established autism diagnosis and who will be attending an accredited post-secondary institution of higher education in the United States for the Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 semesters.
2. Will enroll next fall on a full-time basis (minimum 6 credits) or be working toward in any of the following: four-year undergraduate college or university, two-year undergraduate college, trade school, technical school, vocational school, or cooperative life skills program.
3. From underrepresented racial/ethnic background. This includes applicants who are Black/African American, Indigenous (Native American, Native Alaskan), Hispanic/Latino, Asian American/Pacific Islander, Middle Eastern/North African, or Multiracial.

Application Requirements:

1. Completed online application
2. Responses to three essay questions.
3. One letter of recommendation from  one from a non-relative. Applicants will need to upload the letters of recommendation in PDF format ahead of the deadline.
4. Finalists will be required to submit copies of the medical documentation that established their autism diagnosis from a licensed medical professional. Proof of diagnosis (access the checklist here) must include the following:
   1. Clearly stated diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder
   2. Diagnosis conducted by a licensed medical professional
   3. Information about testing or evaluations conducted by the medical professional (ie. CARS, ADOS, Vineland, psychiatric examination)

Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation

Essay Details:

Please see application for essay questions. Responses can be written, audio recording, or presentation slides.

Award Amount: $3,000

Award Details:

This scholarship is awarded to more then one student.

Website/URL: https://researchautism.org/self-advocates/postsecondary-scholarships/#1654722637342-9f27d870-8a02

Scholarship Manager Information:

Contact Email: scholarship@researchautism.org
Additional Contact & Submission Information:

Complete the online application

Filters:

Eligibility: Disability or Health Condition, Ethnicity/Race
Areas of Study: Open to All
Applicant’s Current Education Level: High School Senior, College Student, Technical/Trade Student, Workforce
Location Specific: National
Institution Type: Trade/Technical Schools