Deadline for 2025 Evolving Heroes Education Scholarship for Illinois Students With Autism
Illinois students with autism can apply for the 2025 Evolving Heroes Education Scholarship through June 30
The Autism Hero Project is accepting applications for the “2025 Evolving Heroes Education Scholarship” until June 30.
As a neurodiverse community, individuals on the autism spectrum face unique challenges when it comes to accessing education and employment opportunities.
The Evolving Heroes Scholarship seeks to remove financial barriers and help individuals on the autism spectrum learn and thrive. The 2025-26 academic year grant can be used for a wide range of educational and training programs, including:
- Trade schools
- Community colleges
- Four-year universities
To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must be:
- Diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) by a qualified medical professional
- Reside in Illinois or Florida (proof of residency is required)
Scholarship amounts are up to $2,500 per person. Recipients can use the scholarship funds to pay for tuition, fees and other educational expenses. Recipients cannot use the scholarship for transition programs. First-time applicants will receive priority.
Learn more about the Evolving Heroes Education Scholarship on the Autism Hero Project’s website.
Apply for the 2025 Evolving Heroes Education Scholarship. The deadline to apply is June 30.
The program will notify scholarship recipients by email no later than Aug. 1.