Since 1985, TAPED has awarded over $119,800 in scholarships, reflecting its dedication to fostering academic and professional growth in this field.
Available Scholarships:
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Texas Student Scholarships: Four scholarships, each valued at $1,000, are available for graduating high school seniors who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing and plan to enroll full-time in a college, university, or trade school for the 2025-2026 academic year. The scholarships are:
- Emmaly Modisette Choice Scholarship
- Sha Cowan Scholarship
- Dorinne Cunningham Scholarship
- Gary Curtis Scholarship
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Texas Deaf Education Teacher Scholarship: One $1,000 scholarship for a graduating senior or current college student pursuing a degree to become a Teacher of the Deaf in Texas.
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Texas Educational Interpreter Scholarship: One $1,000 scholarship for a graduating senior or current college student aiming to become an Educational Interpreter in Texas.
Application Process:
All applications must be submitted electronically by April 15, 2025. Recipients will be notified by May 15, 2025. For application forms and detailed information, please visit the TAPED website at https://taped.org/scholarships/. For inquiries, contact Angela Belding at [email protected] or call 817-454-4361.
These scholarships honor the memory and contributions of esteemed individuals in the Deaf education community, such as Emmaly Modisette, whose dedication continues to inspire and support future leaders in the field.
TAPED remains committed to empowering students and professionals devoted to enhancing the lives of Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals across Texas.