Are there college grants available for young adults with syndrome?
* The Federal Pell Grant program: This program provides need-based grants to low-income undergraduate students. Students with syndrome may be eligible for Pell Grants if they meet the program's other eligibility requirements.
* The Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) program: This program provides need-based grants to undergraduate students who are enrolled in college at least half-time. Students with syndrome may be eligible for FSEOG grants if they meet the program's other eligibility requirements.
* The Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership (LEAP) program: This program provides matching grants to states that provide tuition assistance to students with disabilities. Students with syndrome who live in states that participate in the LEAP program may be eligible for tuition assistance through this program.
* Private scholarships: There are a number of private scholarships available to college students with syndrome. Some of the most common sources of private scholarships include foundations, corporations, and non-profit organizations. Students with syndrome should search for private scholarships online and in financial aid publications.
In addition to these sources of funding, students with syndrome may also be eligible for federal loans and work-study programs. Students should contact their college's financial aid office to learn more about the financial aid options that are available to them.