The Learning Disabilities Association of Iowa (LDA-IA) will award three scholarships to current high school seniors who plan to enroll in post-secondary education (college or vocational) for the 2012-2013 school year. 

APPLICATION FORMS

Description

The scholarships are to assist students with learning disabilities (see eligibility requirements on application form) in pursuing a post-secondary education at an accredited institution which provides:

            a. a two- or four-year college program, or

            b. vocational training

The scholarship is to be used for school-related expenses.  This does not include gasoline, meal plans, or living expenses.

Number and Amount

Three scholarships valued at $1,000 each will be awarded.

Selection

Scholarship recipients will be selected from applications that have been postmarked no later than March 31, 2012.

Payment Procedures

In the fall, after verifying a recipient’s enrollment, LDA-IA will send a check for $250 payable to the student.  The recipient will receive a check for $750 when documentation is received that a student has completed vocational training or the first year of school as a full-time student.

Application Requirements

Applicant must fully complete and submit four items: 1) The scholarship application, 2) essay, 3) the publicity form, and 4) an entire current IEP.

For inquiries, contact:    

Jan Paup, Scholarship Chairperson

            443 K Ave.

            Churdan, IA 50050

            Phone: (515) 389-3252

            E-mail: cjpaup@wccta.net