Financial Aid and Resources

Potential Funding Sources

• Organization for Autism Research:  https://researchautism.org/self-advocates/postsecondary-scholarships/

  Deadline to apply: 4/24/2023 - $3,000

  ELIGIBILITY

  Students with an autism diagnosis who plan to pursue a full-time degree at a four-year institution, community college, vocational school, or cooperative life skills program are eligible to apply.

(contingent upon eligibility)

• Federal Pell Grant (FAFSA application must be completed; available online at https://studentaid.gov/ 
• Vocational Rehabilitation
• Scholarships through organizations for individuals with disabilities
  Scholarships for individuals with Down Syndrome: https://rubysrainbow.org/
  Scholarships for individuals with Autism: http://www.researchautism.org/news/otherevents/scholarship.asp
• Funding for South Carolina residents: Students who meet the criteria could be eligible for the CTP (College Transition Program) Grant. Please note that award amounts are subject based on available funding.
• 'Making A Difference for Autism' Scholarship: https://kfmmakingadifference.org/scholarship-programs-for-adults-with-autism/
• Funding for Horry County residents: Based on available county revenue and student’s unmet financial need
• LIFE Program Endowed Scholarship

Opportunities for “LIFE Support” 

• Designate the LIFE program at CCU as the recipient of your University contributions
• Establish LIFE scholarships to offset tuition costs
• Sponsor a student to live on campus
• Support academic enrichment by purchasing a student’s textbooks
• Request a LIFE intern at your place of business
• Provide opportunities for employment interviews and/or part-time employment
• Be an advocate throughout our community

Resources

• Think College! College Options for People with Intellectual Disabilities: http://www.thinkcollege.net
• National Down Syndrome Society: http://www.ndss.org/
• The American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities: http://aaidd.org/
• National Collaborative on Workforce and Disability: http://www.ncwd-youth.info/

Back to LIFE Program Front Page

LIFE Program
Coastal Carolina University
Prince Building 123
100 Tom Trout Drive
P.O. Box 261954
Conway, SC 29528-6054

life@coastal.edu 

Phone: 843-349-2665