Vertex Foundation Scholarship for SCD & TDT Scholars
Vertex Foundation Scholarship for SCD & TDT Scholars
The Vertex Foundation Scholarship supports students with sickle cell disease (SCD) or transfusion-dependent beta thalassemia (TDT) and their immediate families in pursuing higher education.
May 6, 2026 • 3:00 PM UTC
29 days left
$5,000
Award amount
7
Requirements
Quick decision
AI insightsBest for
- Students diagnosed with sickle cell disease
- Students diagnosed with transfusion-dependent beta thalassemia
- Immediate family members of individuals with SCD or TDT
Key highlights
- Award amount: $5,000
- Deadline: May 6, 2026, 3:00 PM CT
- Open to community colleges, four-year universities, and graduate schools
Why apply
- Financial support for education costs
- Opportunity to connect with a community focused on SCD and TDT
Who can apply
- Must be a U.S. or Canadian citizen or a lawful permanent resident
- High school seniors or current undergraduate/graduate students in good standing
- Must be diagnosed with SCD or TDT, or be an immediate family member of someone who is
Always verify the full eligibility rules on the official source before you apply.
Quick facts
Status
Open
Eligible institutions
Community or Technical College, Four-Year University, Graduate School
Payout method
Not stated on the listing
Scholarship Support
Before you apply
AI guidanceThings to double-check on the official page.
Important checks
- Verify eligibility criteria on the official site
- Ensure you can provide a complete transcript and recommendation form
Missing or unclear on the listing
- Specific eligibility details are not fully outlined
- No information on the provider's name or URL
Red flags
- Eligibility is limited to specific medical conditions
- Not all applicants will receive an award
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 (2 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 a current, complete transcript of grades
- Submit an online recommendation form three business days after the application deadline
- Write two personal essays as part of your application
Key requirements (3)
Program rules and conditions. Uploads and file types are listed under Required documents.
- Credit hours for each course and term in which each course was taken.
- One online recommendation form must be submitted on your behalf no later than three business days after the application deadline date.
- Requirements As part of your application, you must upload a current, complete transcript of grades. Grade reports are not accepted.….
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)
Award & payment
Amount: $5,000
Payout: Not stated on the listing
Scholarship America processes scholarship payments on behalf of the Vertex Foundation. Payment is made in August.
About the provider
The Vertex Foundation Scholarship for SCD & TDT helps people with sickle cell disease (SCD) or transfusion-dependent beta thalassemia (TDT) and their immediate families (spouses, siblings, caregivers and children) pursue two-year, three-year, four-year or graduate degrees by offsetting some of the cost of attending college or graduate school.
Overview
The program is administered by Scholarship America ® , the nation’s largest designer and manager of scholarships and other education support programs for corporations, foundations, associations, and individuals. Eligibility for individual programs is determined at the sole discretion of the sponsor and eligible applications are reviewed by Scholarship America’s evaluation team. Guide des questions pour la candidature Questions Fréquemment Posées Frequently Asked Questions
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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.