The Weingarten Center accepts scholarship applications year-round from Penn students registered with Disability Services. The scholarship committee meets monthly and will only review complete scholarship applications submitted prior to the last day of the previous month. Students seeking scholarship consideration must demonstrate financial need determined by Student Registration and Financial Services’ financial aid policy.
Although a student is registered with Disability Services as having a disability, this does not mean that the student necessarily qualifies for or will be selected to receive a scholarship. The Scholarship Committee reviews applications and makes award decisions in accordance with the eligibility criteria for each scholarship fund and the availability of funds.
Scholarship Options
- Tuition-based scholarships assist in covering cost of attendance not already covered by other grants. In consultation with Student Registration and Financial Services, the Weingarten Scholarship Committee determines eligibility for a tuition scholarship.
Apply for a Tuition-Based Scholarship
- Psychological/neuropsychological testing funding is for students seeking an updated evaluation or have never undergone an evaluation but have been recommended to undergo an evaluation by a Disability Specialist in the Weingarten Center.
Apply for Psychological/Neuropsychological Test Funding
- Summer internship funding is prioritized for students pursuing an unpaid internship that is relevant to their academic program. To determine a student’s eligibility, an offer letter from the organization/company must verify approval of participation and no remuneration will be provided as part of this internship. Students are encouraged to submit a scholarship request at least 2 months prior to the start date of the internship.
Apply for Summer Internship Funding
- Summer coursework funding is available to cover tuition for one summer course. A student must first be enrolled in the course to be considered for a summer coursework scholarship.
Apply for Summer Coursework Funding
- Equipment or services related to a physical disability funding is available for students who require equipment or services that are not covered by medical insurance. Prior to applying for a scholarship, students should discuss the possibility of this type of scholarship support with their assigned Disability Specialist in the Weingarten Center.
Apply for Equipment or Services Related to a Physical Disability Funding
- Assistive technology: Prior to applying for a scholarship for assistive technology consideration, consult with the Assistive Technology Specialist, who will be able to determine what technology might be advisable for you based on your disability.