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The Karen D. Carsel Memorial Scholarship

American Foundation for the Blind (AFB)

The scholarship is awarded to a full-time graduate student who is legally blind or visually impaired. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or naturalized citizens, and should provide proof of legal blindness.

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Eligibility Requirements

  • Age/Grade Level:
    Must be full-time graduate students
  • Financial Need:
    Not Mentioned
  • Other Academic Requirements:
    Must be studying full-time
  • Citizenship:
    Must be U.S. citizens or naturalized citizens
  • Disability:
    Must be legally blind or visually impaired

Application Details

  • Transcript:
    Required
  • Resume/Activity List:
    Not required
  • Essay:
    Answer three essay questions. Each section of the essay must contain a minimum of 200 words. 1) Please tell us of your past and recent achievements and accomplishments. 2) Please indicate your intended field of study and why you've chosen it. 3) Please describe what role your visual impairment has played in shaping your life.
  • Recommendation Letters:
    Two letters of recommendation. Only letters from academic advisors, teachers, rehabilitation counselors, or other professionals will be accepted.

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