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First 10 African American scholarships:

Amount:
$2500
Awards:
Varies
Deadline:
April 30
Scholarships must be used at an accredited post-secondary institution seeking an undergraduate degree. All applicants must be pursuing a degree/field of study in one of the following categories: science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and business/entrepreneurship. All applicants for scholarships must be between the ages of 18 - 26 years of age on June 1.
Amount:
$3500
Awards:
Varies
Deadline:
April 30
A candidate must be: 1. A resident of New York City and of African-American, Latino, Asian or Native American background 2. A current high school graduate or recipient of a GED 3. Accepted as a full time and first-term matriculating freshman at an accredited college or university in pursuit of a Baccalaureate or Associate degree at the time the award is presented 4. A person who demonstrates strong potential for academic achievement 5. Of excellent character and proven leadership ability, with a demonstrated commitment to community service and extra-curricular activities.
Contact:
New York Urban League 204 W. 136th St. New York, NY 10030 212-926-8000 https://www.nyul.org/what-we-do/nyul-education-programs/scholarship/
Amount:
$2000
Awards:
Minimum $2000
Deadline:
April 30
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. Must have a minimum grade point average GPA of 3.0. Official Academic transcripts from high school or an accredited four-year college or university; Student must be seeking a bachelor's degree or certificate of completion from an accredited institution and be a full-time or part-time student. Must provide an acceptance letter from the higher learning institution you are planning to attend. Students should have ACT score of 21 or SAT score of 1200. Unofficial copies are acceptable. Three letters of reference must be submitted, one from an academic reference, attesting to the applicant's character, leadership ability, and academic ability. Must submit a 500 word essay.
Contact:
4196 Merchant Plaza #816 Lake Ridge VA 22191 Phone: 719-433-8101 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.joshgardnerendowment.org Url: www.joshgardnerendowment.org/application/
Amount:
$5000-$8000
Awards:
10
Deadline:
April 30
This award will be given to 4 students who are currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited four-year college/university for the current academic year. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, be studying a health-related field, and be a U.S. citizen or have permanent U.S. residency, and is pursuing a qualifying primary health care profession. This award is supported through our partnership with United Heath Foundation. ELIGIBILITY Black or African-American U.S. citizen or permanent U.S. residency status Be enrolled full-time in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited four-year college/university for the current academic year Have a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale Currently pursuing, or planning to pursue, a degree in a health-related subject during the 2019-2020 academic school year that will lead to a career as a primary health care professional. For this scholarship, primary health care professionals are defined as general practitioners, internists, family practitioners, OB/GYNs, pediatricians, dentists, public health professionals, mental health professionals, nurses (including advanced practice nurses, and nurse practitioners), physician assistants, and pharmacists. Exhibit commitment to undeserved populations
Contact:
Phone: 202.263.2800 | Email: [email protected] cbcfinc.org
Amount:
$2000
Awards:
Varies
Deadline:
April 30th and October 31st
The program is available to female students and students of African-American, Asian, Pacific Island, Native American, Native Alaskan, or Hispanic descent, and be: A US citizen or permanent resident. A junior or senior, full-time, day-time student at an accredited and approved college or university. Enrolled in contiguous fall and spring semesters, carrying a minimum of 12 credits and earning a minimum 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) each semester. Working towards a baccalaureate degree in science, technology, engineering or math, specifically related to disciplines within our industry with at least 60 credits of college work prior to the submission of the application.
Amount:
Varies
Awards:
Varies
Deadline:
April 30
High school seniors, students with GED diplomas, undergraduate (2 year or 4 year) college students, and students at vocational or trade schools. US citizen or Permanent Resident. 25 years old or younger. Minimum 2.0 GPA.
Amount:
$1000
Awards:
1
Deadline:
April 30
Eligibility Requirements: Current High School Senior. African American Male. US Citizenship . Chicagoland area. Admitted to and attending a full-time undergraduate course of study at an accredited 2 or 4-year college or university in the fall.
Amount:
$2500
Awards:
2
Deadline:
April 30
Applicants must be enrolled in a Massachusetts College or University in an undergraduate or graduate program for the 2021-2022 school year.
Amount:
$500-$1000
Awards:
Varies
Deadline:
May 1
The AACEAINC Community Service Scholarship has been designated for a graduating high school senior of New York State who has performed 300 to 500 community service hours and is of African-American or Caribbean heritage. This award shall range from $500 to $1000 depending on applicant's documentation, interview, and letters of recommendation validating service. Applicant must be accepted to attend a four-year college or university in the Fall.
Contact:
Website: www.aaceainc.com E-Mail: [email protected] Telephone: 718-949-6733 Mailing Address: AACEAINC Attn: Community Service Scholarship P. O. Box 1224 Valley Stream, NY 11582-1224
Amount:
$10,000 per year for three years
Awards:
15-20
Deadline:
May 1
The Earl Warren Scholarship is named for the Honorable Earl Warren, the 14th Chief Justice of the United States and former Governor of California whose stewardship of the Warren Court helped end school segregation and transform America's legal landscape. In honor of his memory, the Earl Warren Scholarship is awarded annually to rising law students whose commitment to racial justice reveals outstanding potential for training as civil rights and public interest attorneys. Eligible law students include those entering their first or second year of full-time legal study at an accredited law school. Must be U. S. Citizen. College graduate; enrolled in final year of college/university; or first year law student. Record of strong academic performance. Demonstrated and ongoing commitment to racial justice and civil rights. Demonstrated financial need.
Contact:
NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund, Inc. 40 Rector Street, 5th floor New York, NY 10006 (212) 965-2200 https://www.naacpldf.org/about-us/scholarships/earl-warren-scholarship/