Dylan's Journey Memorial Scholarship
Having a learning disability is a challenge for many students, but it shouldn’t get in the way of students seeking to fulfill their dreams. This is something that Dylan was truly passionate about. At the age of four, he was diagnosed with Neurofibromatosis and soon to follow would be learning disabilities that he carried through his life. Despite multiple treatments and surgeries, Dylan always pursued his educational dreams. In 2011, he graduated high school. In 2021 he graduated from college through an inclusive services program. He studied Criminal Justice while there and even did an internship with the local police department. He was so proud of what he was able to accomplish, despite his diagnosis, and spreading that message to others with similar disabilities was a priority for Dylan. Dylan passed away in October 2021, shortly after graduating from college.
Dylan’s Journey Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to one student with Neurofibromatosis (NF) and/or a learning disability of any variety. High school, undergraduate, and graduate school students are eligible to apply.
To apply, either submit a video or write an essay that tells about your experience with NF or your learning disability, your motivation for pursuing higher education, and why you feel you are a good candidate for this scholarship.
To apply, either submit a video or write an essay that tells about your experience with NF or your learning disability, your motivation for pursuing higher education, and why you feel you are a good candidate for this scholarship.
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April 2024
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The application deadline is Mar 21, 2025. Winners will be announced on Apr 21, 2025.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Apr 21, 2025. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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