1800wheelchair.com Scholarship

Name: The 1800wheelchair.com Scholarship

Award Amount: $500

Information And Eligibility:
The 1800wheelchair.com Scholarship is an annual essay-based scholarship established in 2006 with the purpose of promoting greater awareness of mobility issues and the experiences of students with disabilities on college campuses. While the program is inspired by the company’s mission to improve mobility and accessibility, applicants are *not* required to be disabled or use a wheelchair in order to apply. Instead, the scholarship encourages thoughtful reflection, creativity, and insight into topics related to mobility, disability awareness, and inclusive design—making it an accessible and meaningful opportunity for a wide range of students.

Each year, 1800wheelchair.com awards two $500 scholarships to students who submit the most compelling, well-written, and original essays that address the current year’s selected topic. Essays are typically evaluated on clarity, creativity, depth of thought, personal voice, and relevance to the theme. Past prompts have asked students to discuss mobility challenges, accessibility innovations, or personal experiences that influenced their worldview.

To qualify, applicants must be enrolled in an accredited high school, college, or university in the United States at the undergraduate level, or be in their final year of high school at the time of application. All applicants must be legal U.S. residents or hold a valid student visa, and must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. The scholarship is open to students pursuing any field of study, making it especially approachable for those who enjoy writing and wish to contribute to conversations about disability inclusion.

This scholarship is particularly attractive to students looking for a straightforward yet meaningful writing-based award that does not require extensive documentation or financial need verification. Its long-running history and consistent annual award cycle make it a dependable scholarship opportunity that thousands of students apply to each year.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be enrolled in an accredited U.S. high school, college, or university.
• Open to undergraduate students or high school seniors entering college.
• Applicants must be U.S. citizens, legal residents, or hold a valid student visa.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• No disability or mobility-related condition is required to apply.

Application Requirements:

• Submit an original essay that meets the annual scholarship prompt.
• Provide proof of current enrollment at an accredited institution.
• Include GPA verification (transcript or grade report).
• Applications must be submitted by the published deadline.

Additional Details:

• Two $500 scholarships are awarded annually.
• Essays are judged on creativity, clarity, and connection to the theme.
• Award funds may be used for tuition, books, supplies, or other educational expenses.

Deadline: May

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