Akilli's House Autism Empowerment Scholarship
Being diagnosed with autism can bring with it many challenges and questions that can make it difficult to navigate life, especially as a child or teen.
A diagnosis can also bring some clarity as many individuals with autism, especially young girls, struggle to get a proper diagnosis, which can make it difficult to understand, treat, and manage their condition. High school is often a place where students fear being different or not fitting in, and autism is just one reason that a young person may feel isolated from one’s peers.
This scholarship aims to support autistic students as they prepare to complete their high school years and pursue their higher education goals.
Any high school student who is an Alabama resident with a diagnosis of autism may apply for this scholarship opportunity.
To apply, write a short essay telling us how having autism and living in Alabama has affected who you are today.
How has having autism and living in Alabama impacted the person you are today?
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The application deadline is Aug 1, 2025. Winners will be announced on Aug 30, 2025.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Aug 30, 2025. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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