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National Federation of the Blind (NFB) - Scholarships for Blind Students

Awarding over $300,000 annually to blind scholars based on academic excellence, community service, and leadership. Application for 2025-2026 is closed.

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Award amountOver $300,000 annually

Last checkedJun 24, 2026

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Scholarship Program | National Federation of the Blind

Awarding over $300,000 annually to blind scholars based on academic excellence, community service, and leadership. Application for 2025-2026 is closed.

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Award amount

Over $300,000 annually

Eligibility

Must be legally blind in both eyes.; Must be residing in the United States, the District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico.; Must be 18 years of age by July 3, 2026.; Must be pursuing or planning to pursue a full-time, post-secondary course of study.; May award scholarships to part-time students meeting other requirements.; Must participate in person in the entire NFB National Convention.

How to apply

The 2025-2026 scholarship application is closed.

Documents

Scholarship Program Application Checklist; Self-Advocacy in Higher Education (Word); 2025 Winners (Braille Monitor, August-September); 2024 Winners (Braille Monitor, August-September)

Contact

NFB Scholarship Committee; National Federation of the Blind

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