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    Hearing/Visually Impaired Student Grant

    Wisconsin Higher Educational Aids Board · State program

    Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition

    Award

    $250 to $1,800

    $250 to $1,800

    Deadline

    See the official page for current dates.

    Checked against the official page on Nov 6, 2026.

    About this scholarship

    The Hearing/Visually Impaired Student Grant, administered by the Wisconsin Higher Educational Aids Board, provides financial assistance to undergraduate students who have a severe or profound hearing or visual impairment. To qualify, applicants must be Wisconsin residents enrolled at least half-time in an undergraduate degree or certificate program. Eligible institutions include in-state public, independent, and tribal colleges, as well as select out-of-state schools.

    The program is designed to help cover educational costs, and funding ranges from $250 to $1,800 per year. This grant is renewable, though students are limited to a maximum of ten semesters of eligibility. To apply, students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to demonstrate financial need, alongside the specific Hearing/Visually Impaired Student Grant Application. For current deadlines and application dates, applicants should consult the official program page.

    Who can apply

    • Resident of Wisconsin
    • Undergraduate
    • College 1st year or College 2nd year or College 3rd year or College 4th year
    • Shows financial need on the FAFSA or state aid application
    • Usable at: 2-year college, 4-year college, public college, private college, technical or trade school
    • Must be a Wisconsin resident with a severe or profound hearing or visual impairment. Enrolled at least half-time at an in-state or eligible out-of-state institution. Eligibility is limited to ten semesters.

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    Award details

    Amount
    $250 to $1,800
    Number of awards
    Not stated
    Renewable
    Yes, in later years if you stay eligible
    Merit-based
    No
    Need-based
    Yes
    Essay required
    No

    Key dates

    1. Applications open

      Open now or not stated

    2. Deadline

      See the official page for current dates.

    3. Winners notified

      Not stated

    As published: See the official page for current dates.

    How to apply

    1. Complete the FAFSA and submit the Hearing/Visually Impaired Student Grant Application directly to the agency.

    Provider and source

    Provider
    Wisconsin Higher Educational Aids Board
    Last verified
    Nov 6, 2026

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