For many people, education is a crucial factor in obtaining meaningful employment and personal satisfaction. The Scholarship for People with Disabilities provides financial assistance so that students with disabilities can increase their career options and enrich their lives through education and training.
The Scholarship for People with Disabilities program is administered by Courage Center through a Scholarship Committee. Funds are made available through the private donation of Melvin and Sally Mooty. Scholarships will not exceed $1,000. The scholarship monies are to fund tuition, books and supplies.
The program is intended to assist people who have a sensory impairment or physical disability who want to pursue educational goals or gain technical expertise beyond high school. Applicants will need to identify how a scholarship will support their educational aspirations and career goals. Selection emphasis is placed on the applicants’ intentions and achievements rather than solely on his/her graduation ranking.
U.S. CitizenMinnesota resident or participant in Courage Center servicesHigh school diploma or GEDEnrolled as an undergraduate student or in a technical collegeAttend an accredited institutionDemonstrated ability to be an achieverDemonstrated financial need and meritMaintain satisfactory academic progressCreate a “Statement of Intention” essay Carry a minimum of full-time creditsProvide periodic progress updatesPersonal interview is required of all finalists
Deadline for application is May 31 of every year. Scholarships are awarded in July.
Print the Application form, complete it and submit it for review. Scholarship awards are subject to the approval of the Courage Center Scholarship Committee. All questions, correspondence and applications should be submitted to:
Administrative AssistantVocational Services DepartmentCourage Center3915 Golden Valley RoadMinneapolis, MN 55422
Phone: 763-520-0553
