The collection only includes scholarships for currently enrolled students, and they are grouped by type of disability for easy use. Scholarships are typically awarded in the spring for the following year, so students are encouraged to start researching opportunities in the fall semester. DSS has the privilege of awarding four scholarships each year. Descriptions of these scholarships are also included in The Scholarship Resource Book , which is kept in the DSS reception are. Currently enrolled students with disabilities are eligible to apply, and students do not have to be affiliated with DSS to qualify.
Internet searches are a quick and convenient way to look for scholarships.
Companies that charge for individualized scholarship searches say they will refund the cost, if the customer does not find a scholarship for which they qualify. However, it is very difficult to actually get a refund and hardly worth the hassle when there are free searches available online. Scholarship books are also available. Students can use The Scholarship Book and Scholarships, Fellowships and Grants at the UND Financial Aid Office or look for them in libraries. The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation's goal is to develop, improve, or restore the ability of people with disabilities to become gainfully employed.