Jason Kulpa Academic Scholarship for Learning Disabilities
Objective
The Jason Kulpa Academic Scholarship is designed to support students with learning disabilities in pursuing higher education. The scholarship recognizes these students' unique challenges and aims to provide financial assistance to help them succeed academically and prepare for a fulfilling career.
Background Story.
As an alumnus of Arizona State University, Jason Kulpa understands the importance of education and the additional hurdles that students with learning disabilities encounter. His experiences have inspired him to create opportunities for students often underrepresented and undersupported
academically. By establishing this scholarship, Jason hopes to level the playing field and encourage students with learning challenges to achieve their highest potential.
Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn.
— Benjamin Franklin
Eligibility Criteria.
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Who Can Apply
Applicants must be high school seniors or college students diagnosed with a learning disability or ADHD who plan to attend or are currently attending an accredited university or college with a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
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What We're Looking For
Demonstrated academic effort and a strong desire to overcome educational hurdles.
Award.
The scholarship will award $1,000 annually to cover tuition, books, and other educational expenses.
Application Requirements.
Completed application form (see below)
An essay detailing how the applicant has overcome health and financial challenges
Applications will be reviewed by a committee of the Kulpa Foundation. The committee will evaluate the essays for insights into each applicant's resilience, determination, and academic potential. Finalists may be invited for a video interview to discuss their educational goals and how the scholarship could help them achieve these.
Selection Process.
Vision and impact.
The Jason Kulpa Academic Scholarship for Learning Disabilities seeks to empower students by acknowledging the extra effort they must often invest in their education. By reducing the financial strain, the scholarship aims to allow these students to focus more on learning and less on how to afford their education. This support not only enhances the individual lives of the recipients but also promotes a broader cultural awareness of the diverse needs in educational environments. Through this scholarship, Jason Kulpa hopes to inspire continued advocacy and support for students with learning disabilities, fostering a more inclusive academic community.
Applications Closed.
Thank you for your interest in The Jason Kulpa Academic Scholarship, founded by Jason and Melissa Kulpa. This scholarship is designed to support students with learning disabilities in pursuing higher education.
Please note that applications for this scholarship are now closed.
We appreciate the effort and dedication shown by all applicants. Selected recipients will be notified directly, and we look forward to celebrating their achievements.