Financial Assistance for American Sign Language Students Pursuing Higher Education

AmerSp is a program that provides financial assistance to American Sign Language (ASL) students who are pursuing higher education. The program was established in 2018 by the National Association of the Deaf (NAD) and the ASL-English Bilingual Education Center (AEBC) to support students who are deaf or hard of hearing and want to continue their education beyond high school.

The AmerSp program provides scholarships to eligible students to help them cover the costs of tuition, fees, and other expenses associated with attending college or university. The program is open to students who are pursuing any type of degree, including undergraduate, graduate, or certificate programs, and it is available to students who attend colleges and universities in the United States.

To be eligible for the AmerSp program, students must meet certain criteria, such as being deaf or hard of hearing, having a minimum GPA of 2.5, and demonstrating financial need. The program also considers other factors, such as leadership experience, community involvement, and academic achievement.

Overall, the AmerSp program is designed to provide financial support to ASL students who are pursuing higher education and to promote greater accessibility and inclusion for deaf and hard of hearing individuals in higher education.