#RAREis Scholarship Fund
#RAREis Scholarship Fund
The #RAREis Scholarship Fund offers $5,000 awards to adults with rare diseases pursuing education. Up to 58 recipients will be selected for the Fall 2026 semester.
Apr 28, 2026 • 3:00 PM UTC
21 days left
$5,000
Award amount
16
Requirements
Who can apply
- Must be a U.S. resident diagnosed with a rare disease
- Currently enrolled or planning to enroll in accredited education
- 17 years or older
Always verify the full eligibility rules on the official source before you apply.
Quick facts
Status
Open
Study levels
adult_non_traditional
Eligible institutions
Community or Technical College, Four-Year University, Graduate School
Location
National
Payout method
Paid to the college or financial aid office
Scholarship Support
Before you apply
AI guidanceThings to double-check on the official page.
Important checks
- Ensure all required documents are submitted electronically
- Check if your diagnosis verification form is completed by a physician
Missing or unclear on the listing
- Specific eligibility criteria details
- Selection criteria specifics
Next steps
AI guidanceA short checklist so you know what to do after reading the listing.
- Confirm every eligibility rule on the official program page.
- Prepare the listed materials (4 document type(s) detected in the catalog).
- Add the deadline to your calendar and submit before it passes.
- Apply through the official site linked above.
Application tips
AI guidanceListing-specific ideas from our AI layer — not official rules. Skip anything that does not match the program page.
- Prepare your most recent transcript
- Complete the Diagnosis Verification Form
- Use a personal email for notifications
Key requirements (6)
Program rules and conditions. Uploads and file types are listed under Required documents.
- Your most recent transcript of grades (high school, GED, college, etc.) Grade reports are not accepted. Unofficial or online transcripts must display:.
- Credit hours for each course and term in which each course was taken.
- Diagnosis Verification Form.
- Spanish Diagnosis Verification Form.
- If you are providing SAT or ACT test scores, and those scores are not listed on your high school transcript, you will need to upload a copy of your test score report(s) separately. If you are uploading a college transcript, those scores are not required.
- Complete unless all required documents are submitted electronically. If you have any issues acquiring old transcripts, please contact support at.
Required documents
Materials you may need to upload or submit; check the official application for the final list.
- Official transcript or academic record
- Supporting documents (as listed in requirements)
- Standardized test scores (if applicable)
- Medical or disability verification (if applicable)
Applying
Applications are open until April 28, 2026. Ensure all required documents are submitted.
Award & payment
Amount: $5,000
Payout: Paid to the college or financial aid office
Scholarship America processes scholarship payments on behalf of The EveryLife Foundation for Rare Diseases. Payments are made payable to the institution in one installment in August and sent directly to the individual.
About the provider
The EveryLife Foundation for Rare Diseases has established the #RAREis Scholarship Fund to help adults with rare diseases in a variety of educational pursuits, regardless of treatment status.
Overview
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The #RAREis Scholarship Fund supports adults with rare diseases in their educational goals with $5,000 awards.
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Sponsor & application
Information last verified Mar 31, 2026.
Always confirm deadlines, requirements, and application details on the official page before you apply.