Next for Autism Fellows Scholarship Program

Scholarship Sponsored by NEXT for AUTISM

The NEXT for AUTISM FELLOWS program provides financial scholarships to qualified students while also ensuring new DSPs enter the workplace to support autistic adults.

WHO SHOULD APPLY

• Current health and human service professionals and students attending the following colleges or universities – University of Illinois Chicago, Mercy University (New York State), Richard Daley City College (Chicago, IL), SUNY (Westchester Community College), and Temple University (Philadelphia, PA).
• Or current DSPs currently working at A Plus Autism Solutions (Chicago, IL), The Arc Westchester (White Plains, NY), Urban Autism Solutions (Chicago, IL), Variety the Children’s Charity (Delaware Valley location) and attending one of the above-named university partners.

FIVE KEY REASONS TO APPLY

• Opportunity to receive $3,000 - 5,000 in scholarship, with potential for award increases annually
• Gain paid, hands-on experience working as a Direct Support Professional (DSP)
• Embark on a personally rewarding career path
• Receive skills-based training from the NEXT for AUTISM team
• Directly impact the lives of autistic adults

ELIGIBILITY & FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How do I know if I qualify for a NEXT for AUTISM FELLOWS Scholarship?

You may qualify if you answer 'yes' to any of the questions below:

• Are you an undergraduate student attending one of the following institutions (education partners) – University of Illinois Chicago, Mercy University (New York State), Richard Daley City College (Chicago, IL), SUNY (Westchester Community College), or Temple University (Philadelphia, PA)?
• Are you pursuing a degree in a Health or Human Services field?
• Are you currently working as a DSP and looking to go back to school?
• Are you interested and able to work 800 hours annually earning paid, hands-on experience supporting autistic adults while in school?