Disability Scholarships

Explore disability scholarships for students with disabilities, chronic health conditions, neurodivergence, accessibility needs, or lived experience connected to disability advocacy and support. Compare eligibility language, documentation requirements, deadlines, award amounts, school level, and application materials so you can focus on opportunities that fit your situation.

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Available Disability scholarships

Browse available disability scholarships below or use filters to refine your results by deadline, award amount, GPA, eligibility, and requirements.

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Rose Charney Scholarship in the Human/Animal Bond

Graduate student can compare this scholarship with a listed award of 18,000 CAD and a Jan 1, 2027 deadline. Confirm eligibility and required materials before applying.

Best for: Graduate studentEffort: UnknownSource: Needs check

18,000 CAD

Award Amount

Jan 1, 2027

224 days left

None

Requirements

Eligible: CanadaStudy in: Canada
DisabilityFew RequirementsGraduate
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McNamara Education Grants - US-Canada

Education students can compare this scholarship with a listed award of 15,000 CAD and a Jan 15, 2027 deadline. Confirm eligibility and required materials before applying.

Best for: Education studentsEffort: UnknownSource: Needs check

15,000 CAD

Award Amount

Jan 15, 2027

238 days left

None

Requirements

Eligible: CanadaStudy in: Canada
EducationDisabilityFew RequirementsGraduate
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Carl Pollock Postgraduate Fellowship in Engineering at University of 2026

Business, Management and Marketing students can compare this scholarship with a listed award of Partial Funding, CAD 23,0… and a May 31, 2026 deadline. Confirm eligibility and required materials before applying.

Best for: Business, Management and Marketing studentsEffort: UnknownSource: Needs check

Partial Funding, CAD 23,0…

Award Amount

Direct to student

May 31, 2026

9 days left

None

Requirements

Study in: Canada
STEMDisabilityFew RequirementsWomenUndergraduateGraduatePhDDirect to studentGPA 3.5+AZGA
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Brace Family Graduate Scholarship in Electrical and Computer Engineering at University of 2026

Business, Management and Marketing students can compare this scholarship with a listed award of Partial Funding, CAD 10,0… and a May 31, 2026 deadline. Confirm eligibility and required materials before applying.

Best for: Business, Management and Marketing studentsEffort: UnknownSource: Needs check

Partial Funding, CAD 10,0…

Award Amount

May 31, 2026

9 days left

None

Requirements

Study in: Canada
STEMDisabilityFew RequirementsWomenUndergraduateGraduatePhDGPA 3.5+AZGA
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Isaac Newton Chair Graduate Research Scholarship at University of 2026

Business, Management and Marketing students can compare this scholarship with a listed award of Partial Funding, CAD 20,0… and a Jun 10, 2026 deadline. Confirm eligibility and required materials before applying.

Best for: Business, Management and Marketing studentsEffort: UnknownSource: Needs check

Partial Funding, CAD 20,0…

Award Amount

Non-monetary

Jun 10, 2026

19 days left

None

Requirements

Study in: Canada
DisabilityFew RequirementsWomenUndergraduateGraduatePhDNon-monetaryGPA 3.5+AZGA
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Owen Hart Foundation Award

Business, Management and Marketing students can compare this scholarship with a listed award of award worth $10,000 and a May 30, 2026 deadline. Confirm eligibility and required materials before applying.

Best for: Business, Management and Marketing studentsEffort: EasySource: Needs check

award worth $10,000

Award Amount

Paid to school

May 30, 2026

8 days left

1 requirement

Requirements

Study in: Canada
DisabilityQuick ApplyFew RequirementsWomenAfrican AmericanInternational StudentsHispanicHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduateCommunity CollegePaid to schoolGPA 2.0+
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Postdoctoral Research Program, of Canada 2026

Agriculture and Related Sciences students can compare this scholarship with a listed award of Partial Funding, Salary R… and a May 31, 2026 deadline. Confirm eligibility and required materials before applying.

Best for: Agriculture and Related Sciences studentsEffort: EasySource: Needs check

Partial Funding, Salary R…

Award Amount

Paid to school

May 31, 2026

9 days left

1 requirement

Requirements

Study in: Canada
STEMDisabilityFew RequirementsWomenInternational StudentsUndergraduateGraduatePhDPaid to schoolGPA 3.5+AZGA
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Yves and Cynthia Bled Women in Engineering Scholarship at University of 2026

Business, Management and Marketing students can compare this scholarship with a listed award of Partial Funding, up to CA… and a May 31, 2026 deadline. Confirm eligibility and required materials before applying.

Best for: Business, Management and Marketing studentsEffort: EasySource: Needs check

Partial Funding, up to CA…

Award Amount

May 31, 2026

9 days left

1 requirement

Requirements

Study in: Canada
STEMDisabilityFew RequirementsWomenUndergraduateGraduatePhDGPA 3.5+AZGA
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University of Alumni Scholarships at University of 2026

Business, Management and Marketing students can compare this scholarship with a listed award of Partial Funding, up to CA… and a May 31, 2026 deadline. Confirm eligibility and required materials before applying.

Best for: Business, Management and Marketing studentsEffort: UnknownSource: Needs check

Partial Funding, up to CA…

Award Amount

May 31, 2026

9 days left

None

Requirements

Study in: India
DisabilityFew RequirementsWomenUndergraduateGraduatePhDGPA 3.5+AZGA

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Frequently asked questions about disability scholarships

Who can apply for disability scholarships?
Disability scholarship eligibility can vary widely. Some awards are open to students with any documented disability, while others focus on a specific condition, chronic illness, learning difference, mobility disability, sensory disability, mental health condition, neurodivergence, or connection to disability advocacy. Providers may also consider school level, GPA, financial need, community involvement, field of study, or location.
Do disability scholarships require medical documentation?
Some disability scholarships ask for documentation, but requirements are not the same everywhere. A provider may request a short verification letter, proof of diagnosis, an accommodation letter, or a personal statement instead of medical records. Review the official instructions carefully and share only what is requested. If documentation feels unclear, contact the provider before submitting personal health information.
What should I write about in a disability scholarship essay?
A strong essay can discuss your goals, resilience, community, advocacy, accessibility needs, or the way your experience has shaped your education. You do not have to share more personal detail than the prompt requires. Focus on what the scholarship committee needs to understand: your path, what support would make possible, and how the award connects to your academic or career plans.

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