Financial Aid and Resources

(contingent upon eligibility)

Federal Pell Grant (FAFSA application must be completed; available online at https://fafsa.ed.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 Department Endowed Scholarship

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

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

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

Phone: 843-349-2665