WyCB Scholarship Application

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Scholarship Application

You may download the WyCB application here to mail in with required documents. Otherwise, submit the online form below, with option to upload your required documents.

Welcome to the scholarship web page of the WyCB website. In an effort to develop an application process which is easy to follow, the Scholarship Committee has once again updated the application information. Please review the application requirements and other scholarship information carefully. Remember, this scholarship is based on visual acuity. (Best correction in both eyes of 20/50 or worse.)

Starting in January 2025, The Wyoming Council of the Blind’s  (WyCB)  annual Scholarship  will be an open ended scholarship. This change is being made to provide flexibility for nontraditional education opportunities, such as Online schools and/or classes that do not adhere to the fall/spring academic year.

When all required scholarship documents have been received by the Scholarship Committee, they will evaluate and choose the best application. Then the selected application will be brought before the WyCB Board, for its final conformation. The applicant will be notified of the Board’s decision no later than sixty (60) days after all their documentation has been received. All scholarships will be presented at WyCB’s annual convention in September.

Since 1992, The WyCB Board of Directors has committed its efforts to provide educational support for individuals with low vision and blindness. The Board believes that educational development will result in increased work opportunities. Annually, all information pertinent to the scholarship project is reviewed and discussed, by the WyCB Board and its scholarship committee. During this time, motions to change the application requirements, form, process, or award amount are decided. This year the Board is encouraging all interested students who meet the application requirements to apply. If you are a previous scholarship recipient or a first time applicant, you will be considered. All applicants must complete the entire application process. Preference will be given to first-time applicants. Please note the below change in the section titled “Important Scholarship Information”. The WyCB Board’s priority is to support educational advancement for Wyoming students.  The Scholarship Committee is looking forward to receiving your application.

Please review the application requirements and other pertinent information. If you have any questions or need additional clarification, please contact Sherry Leinen at 307-746-6166 or e-mail her at sherryleinen@gmail.com.

Important Scholarship Information:

1. This scholarship can be applied to any accredited college, vocational or technical training program.
2. You may apply for this scholarship annually. (Preference will be given to first-time applicants).
3. The WyCB Scholarship is awarded annually. The award amount is $1,000.00.

If mailing, send to:

Sherry Leinen
Wyoming Council of the Blind
414 S Sonora Ave
Newcastle, WY 82701

The scholarship will be awarded at the annual WyCB State Convention in Casper, WY. The convention date and location has not yet been determined. The WyCB scholarship recipient will be notified upon determining the date and location. The WyCB scholarship recipient is expected to be present to receive the award.

Scholarship Requirements:

(The below documents can be uploaded in the below online form.)

1. Eye Examination report and narrative.
   The eye examination report must be completed within the last year, by an ophthalmologist, optometrist, or other eye-care professional.
   The examination report must include: Your best corrected visual acuity level and field measurements, onset of visual impairment and prognosis. (ACUITY LEVEL IS: best corrected visual acuity of 20/50 or worse.) Provide additional information if the documented condition or prognosis will result in significant loss in the future. Providing a narrative would be helpful to the committee.
2. Verification of Wyoming residence.
   Provide a copy of a current Wyoming driver's license or identification card. 
3. Verification of acceptance or enrollment.
   Provide an original or copy of enrollment or acceptance into an accredited college, vocational or technical training program.
4. Letter of recommendation.
   Provide one letter of recommendation from a school counselor, administrator, instructor or employer.
5. Verification of a 2.5 GPA. (C Average)
   Provide a certified grade transcript. (high school, undergraduate or graduate or other training program).
6. Autobiographical sketch of not more than two pages in a printed format. Any other format will NOT be accepted.

Tell us about yourself! (This can be typed in the below online form.)

1. How will you use this scholarship and how will it impact your educational experience?
2. What are your short and long-term educational and work goals?
3. Tell us about your personal and academic achievements: work experience, hobbies, and any other information you think would be helpful for us to know about you.
4. Verification of personal information. Please make sure your contact information is correct, as the Scholarship Committee may need to contact you and/or your parent/guardian should we need additional information, related to your application.

ONLINE FORM below: