Scholarship Eligibility Criteria:
Open to United States citizens (ages 17-25) who are admitted or enrolled in an accredited four-year historically black college or university in the United States with a minimum grade point average (G.P.A.) of 3.0/4.0.- Official Academic transcripts from high school or an accredited four-year college or university; Student must be seeking a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and be a full-time.
- Three letters of reference must be submitted, one from an academic reference, attesting to the applicant’s character, leadership ability, and academic ability.
- A 500-word essay on the topic of, “What is the importance of participating in political and social change processes?”
- A completed application form.
- There are no major or field of study criteria or requirements
- Funds must be used for tuition, fees, and/or books
- Scholarship funds are not renewable
Number of Awards: At least two one-time $2,000 scholarships will be awarded annually.
Applications are accepted October 30 to April 30. Selected awardees will be notified in writing by May 31. Awards will be disbursed directly to the institution of higher education on or before August 1.
Applications must be received by April 30.