Marika Byrd Scholarship in Rehabilitation

The Marika Byrd Scholarship in Rehabilitation, formerly the Marika L. Byrd Scholarship for Persons with Disabilities, was established in 2011 by Ms. Byrd, a graduate of the Nontraditional Studies Program. She served as a member and former president of the Nontraditional Studies Alumni Council at VCU. The scholarship is awarded by the VCU Office of Student Accessibility and Educational Opportunity (SAEO). Students with any disability as defined by and registered with the SAEO are eligible. When possible, a member of the VCU Rehabilitation Research and Training Center will participate in the awards process.

Award
Varies
Scopes
VCU Foundation
Deadline
06/30/2024
Supplemental Questions
  1. I have read the above description and understand that SAEO and the Division of Student Affairs may need to verify all eligibility requirements, to include disability status.
  2. Please provide a personal statement addressing your interest and eligibility for this scholarship. This may include how you have experienced and persevered through a physical or mental impairment.
  3. Please submit a minimum of 1 letter of recommendation from a VCU faculty, administrator, or staff member.