John D. Sherman Scholarship
John D. Sherman Scholarship
The John D. Sherman Scholarship offers $12,000 to support Vermont students with MS or a physical disability. Apply by May 5, 2026.
May 5, 2026
25 days left
$12000
Award amount
2
Scholarship applicants
3
Requirements
Quick decision
AI insightsBest for
- Vermont students with MS or a physical disability
- Low-income high school seniors
- Current undergraduate students in Vermont
Key highlights
- Award amount: $12,000
- Deadline: May 5, 2026
- Eligibility: Vermont residents with MS or a physical disability, low-income, high school seniors or current undergraduates
Why apply
- Significant financial support of $12,000
- Opportunity to share your personal story of perseverance
Who can apply
- Must be a resident of Vermont
- Diagnosed with MS or a physical disability
- Low-income status
- High school senior or current undergraduate
Always verify the full eligibility rules on the official source before you apply.
Quick facts
Status
Open
Study levels
High school junior, High school senior, College junior, College senior
Field of study
Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Business Management and Marketing, Communication and Journalism, Computer and Information Sciences, Education, English Language and Literature, Health Professions and Clinical Sciences, Mathematics and Statistics, Parks Recreation and Fitness Studies, Physical Sciences, Visual and Performing Arts
Number of awards
2
Payout method
Not stated on the listing
Before you apply
AI guidanceThings to double-check on the official page.
Important checks
- Ensure you meet the residency and health condition requirements
- Prepare an essay on perseverance through disability or hardships
Missing or unclear on the listing
- Specific payout method
- Provider's official website
Red flags
- Payout method not stated
Next steps
AI guidanceA short checklist so you know what to do after reading the listing.
- Confirm every eligibility rule on the official program page.
- Prepare the listed materials (1 document type(s) detected in the catalog).
- Add the deadline to your calendar and submit before it passes.
- Apply through the official site linked above.
Application tips
AI guidanceListing-specific ideas from our AI layer — not official rules. Skip anything that does not match the program page.
- Focus on creativity and an upbeat spirit in your essay
- Keep the essay between 400 and 600 words
Key requirements (3)
Program rules and conditions. Uploads and file types are listed under Required documents.
- Essay prompt: Using your creativity and an upbeat spirit, please tell us how you have demonstrated perseverance through your disability or other hardships in order to get to this point in your education. Essay requirements: min length 400, max length 600.
- State: Vermont Financial Status: Low-income Background: Diagnosed with MS or a physical disability Education Level: High school senior or current undergraduate.
- John Sherman lived in Vermont most of his life from childhood and was proud to return back to Vermont to settle and succeed.….
Required documents
Materials you may need to upload or submit; check the official application for the final list.
- Essay or written statement
Applying
Apply by May 5, 2026, and submit an essay on perseverance through disability or hardships.
Award & payment
Amount: $12000
Number of awards: 2
Payout: Not stated on the listing
About the provider
Our goal is $20,000 and with this response we plan a perpetual gift/award annually to qualified students of $4,000 per year.
Overview
The John D. Sherman Scholarship supports Vermont students with MS or a physical disability, offering $12,000 to help with education costs.
Sponsor & application
Information last verified Apr 9, 2026.
Always confirm deadlines, requirements, and application details on the official page before you apply.