Robert and Suzi DeGennaro Scholarship for Disabled Students
Robert and Suzi DeGennaro both lived with physical disabilities which required them to use wheelchairs in their everyday life. Robert was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, and Suzi had muscular dystrophy.
They both found great frustration when traveling was required, as those who plan the design of cars, buildings, sidewalks, and other aspects of our daily lives are typically not disabled. The physical challenges of living with a disability often aren’t considered when building spaces, traveling to those places, and planning curricula, which can make it difficult for students to succeed in college spaces that aren’t accessible.
This scholarship seeks to support students with disabilities who are pursuing their dreams of higher education.
Any high school, undergraduate, or graduate student who has a physical disability may apply for this scholarship opportunity.
To apply, tell us about yourself, how your disability has affected your path, and how financial assistance would help you attain your college degree.
Please tell us more about yourself. How has your disability impacted your schooling/career path? How would additional funds help you in your journey to achieve a higher education?
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The application deadline is Jul 1, 2024. Winners will be announced on Aug 1, 2024.
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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 1, 2024. 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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