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Science Student Grant Fund

Foundation for Science and Disability

This grant was established by the Foundation for Science and Disability to benefit disabled students. This is open to college seniors who are accepted to graduate or professional school or graduate students who have a disability. Students must prepare a science project or thesis in any field of Mathematics, Science, Medicine, Engineering, or Computer Science. Funds can be used as assistance for assistive device or instrument, or as financial support to work with a professor on an individual research project or for some other special research need.

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Eligibility Requirements

  • Age/Grade Level:
    Fourth-year undergraduate (who have been accepted to graduate or professional school) and graduate students who have a disability.
  • Financial Need:
    Not Mentioned
  • Citizenship:
    The students must be United States citizens.
  • Major/Career:
    Field of Mathematics, Science, Medicine, Engineering, or Computer Science.
  • Disability:
    Disabled

Application Details

  • Transcript:
    Required
  • Resume/Activity List:
    Required
  • Essay:
    A 250-words essay that should include a description of professional goals and objectives, as well as the specific purpose for which the grant would be used.
  • Recommendation Letters:
    Two letters of recommendation from faculty members are required, including one from the faculty member who serves or will serve as the student's academic research advisor.
  • Other Materials:
    A completed application form;A letter from your research or academic advisor in support of your request;A second letter from another faculty member;Proof of United States citizenship (passport, birth certificate, etc).

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