Scholarships to Consider
Alpha Kappa Alpha Scholarships
http://www.akaeaf.org/scholarships.htm
The above link is to the Chicago headquarters and the national scholarship gateway. Note that there are over 700 AKA Chapters, and you would be wise to contact sponsors at local locations. Scholarship opportunities abound. The deadline at AKA headquarters is Feb. 15. Applications must be sent between Dec. 1st and January 30th each year.
Ambassadorial Scholarships
www.rotary.org/foundation/educational/amb_scho/
This is the prestigious Rotary organization scholarship for students who can speak another language and want to study abroad in the host country of that language. Award amounts are from $10,000 to $23,000 for a three-month to a full-year of study abroad. You should have completed at least two years of college work.
American Institute of Architects Minority Disadvantaged Scholarship
www.e-architect.com/institute/scholar.htm
This is a scholarship for minority students enrolling in architecture programs. Awards are from $500 to $3,000. Generally, 20 students are selected. Deadline is December 6.
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants Scholarships (AICPA)
www.aicpa.org/members/div/career/mini/smas.htm
For undergraduates studying accounting at a U.S. college with at least 30 credits completed. Awards up to $5,000 with about 300 winners annually. Deadline is in July.
ARMY ROTC Scholarships (for Historically Black Colleges)
www.goarmy.com/rotc/scholarships.jsp
Students looking to enroll at an HBCU must enroll in the Army ROTC. Award amounts to full tuition. Many awards. Must have minimum 920 on SAT or 19 ACT score. Deadline is November 15.
Arts Recognition and Talent Search Awards
www.artsawards.org
These awards are granted to high school or college students (17- 18 years of age) who show talent in dance, voice, music, art, photography, jazz, visual arts, writing, or other creative areas. You must audition or submit a portfolio or tape. The award is to be used for the freshman year in college. Awards from $100 to $3,000. Deadline is June 1
Bonner Scholar Scholarships
www.bonner.org/
Award amount: $4,000 and renewable till graduation. Community service is pivotal, as well as need. Your college must be a participating college. Approx. 1,500 awards granted. Deadline varies.
Coca-Cola Scholars Scholarships
www.coca-colascholars.org/cokeWeb/jsp/scholars/Index.jsp
This is a major competition with over 250 awards going to "scholars" with academic, leadership, and talent qualities. The award amount is from $4,000 to $20,000. You can apply online. The deadline is October 31.
Developmental Fund for Black Students in Science and Technology Scholarships
ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/dlhinson/dfb_sch.htm
Award amount: $2,000 and renewable. Several scholarships granted. This is for science or engineering students at HBCUs. Deadline is June 15.
The Forty Forty Challenge
https://fortyfortychallenge.com/pages/scholarship
This program was created to recognize those who love Jesus and are making a difference in the world today. Essay submission required.
Gates Millennium Scholarships
www.gmsp.org/SOW4/
The goal of Gates Millennium Scholarships is to promote academic excellence and to provide an opportunity for thousands of outstanding students with significant financial need. The scholarship covers room, board, and tuition for at least 1,000 high school students a year. Deadline: March 15.
Harry S. Truman Scholarship
www.truman.gov
This is a very prestigious scholarship, shaped for students who intend to pursue a career in public service or government. Graduate study should be a goal, with a portion of the funds directed there. You must be at least a junior, and your college must nominate you. A "nomination" package must be created. The awards can reach as high as $30,000 over the years. Generally, about 80 students are selected. The deadline is February 1.
Hispanic College Fund Scholarships
http://hispanicfund.org/
Major site for Hispanic students majoring in business-related areas, A to Z (accounting, human resources, communications, and more). The award amount varies. Over 140 awards granted. Deadline: April.
Intel Science Talent Search
www.sciserv.org/sts
The award is from $5,000 to $100,000. There are approx. 40 awards in this prestigious competition. You must present a scientific research project. Deadline: December.
Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship
www.JackieRobinson.org
JRF annually awards selected applicants four-year scholarships of up to $7,200 per year to attend a four-year accredited college or university of their choice. In addition, the Foundation provides access to valuable workshops, seminars, mentoring, and internship opportunities.
Kodak Scholarships
www.kodak.com/US/en/motion/programs/student/scholarship.shtml
The award: varying amounts up to $5,000. Number of awards: Varies. For those studying in film/cinematography at U.S. colleges.
National Action Council for Minorities in Engineering Scholarships
www.nacme.org/
The awards go up to $20,000, and many are awarded. You must be an engineering student. The deadline isusually in February.
National Alliance for Excellence Scholarships
www.excellence.org
The student competitors can be high school seniors or already in college. They must submit an application that can include recommendations (academics), art (slides), dance (tapes), photographs, or other materials that point to talent and achievement in all areas. The awards are for a minimum of one year, and over 100 are granted. Applications can be submitted at any time. The selection process is ongoing.
National Association of Black Journalists
www.nabj.org/programs/scholarships/index.html
The NABJ offers 10 scholarships. It's a $2,500 award. Students should be attending a four-year university. They must present three letters of recommendation from a school adviser, dean, or a faculty member. Also, a 500-800 word article on a Black journalist must be presented. A grade point average of 3.0 is desirable. Eligible students must be majoring in journalism--print, photography, radio, or television. One of those should be a career goal. Deadline is March 31.
National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Scholarships
www.ncaa.org/about/scholarships.html
This is the major NCAA sports association student athletes are associated with. Awards are given in all sports categories, amounts from $3,000 to $12,500. Awards are also available for sports-related study (like sports journalism). Deadlines vary, as do the number of awards each year.
National Honor Society
(Sponsored by the National Association of Secondary School Principals)
http://www.principals.org/s_nassp/sec.asp?CID=571&DID=48231
This is a scholarship for National Honor Society members in their senior year. Your chapter/school nominates you. The award amount is $1,000 for about 250 students nationwide. The deadline is November.
National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)Scholarships
www.nsbe.org/scholarships
Award amount: generally from $1,500 to $3,000 for members of NSBE. Number of awards varies. This is primarily for engineering students and others majoring in related disciplines. Deadlines vary.
Project Excellence Scholarships
www.project-excellence.com
The award: $4,000 or higher (to full tuition). Number of winners: at least 600. Academic merit, leadership, community service, all fields. Deadline: Feb. 1.
Ronald McDonald House Charities (in collaboration with the United Negro College Fund)
www.rmhc.com
Students must be studying at an HBCU which is a member of the UNCF and have at least a B average. This scholarship is specifically for sophomores. The award is from $1,000 to full tuition. Approx. 60 students are selected. The deadline is April 1.
Ron Brown Scholarships
www.RonBrown.org
The award: $10,000 for 10 to 20 students. It's renewable. Academic merit, leadership, community service, all fields. The deadline is usually in January. This is one of most prestigious scholarships, and it's very, very competitive.
Society of Women Engineer Scholarships
www.swe.org
These scholarships are targeted for women who are majoring in engineering or computer science. Award amounts are from $200 to $5,000, and at least 90 are granted. The deadline for students already in college is February 1, but it is May 15 for high school seniors entering an "accredited" program.
United College Fund Scholarships
www.uncf.org/programs
The UNCF is one of our major scholarship gateways. The awards are of varying amounts, and there are a great many under different names and requirements (Grandmet, Duracell, for example). The deadline is usually December.
Xerox Technology Minority Scholarship
www.xerox.com and type in "Scholarship" in the search engine.
This is a good source for strong minority scholarships for students studying in areas like chemistry, engineering, physics, and "tech" areas. The award amount is up to $4,000 for undergraduates, and more for graduate students. The deadline is Sept. 15.
http://www.akaeaf.org/scholarships.htm
The above link is to the Chicago headquarters and the national scholarship gateway. Note that there are over 700 AKA Chapters, and you would be wise to contact sponsors at local locations. Scholarship opportunities abound. The deadline at AKA headquarters is Feb. 15. Applications must be sent between Dec. 1st and January 30th each year.
Ambassadorial Scholarships
www.rotary.org/foundation/educational/amb_scho/
This is the prestigious Rotary organization scholarship for students who can speak another language and want to study abroad in the host country of that language. Award amounts are from $10,000 to $23,000 for a three-month to a full-year of study abroad. You should have completed at least two years of college work.
American Institute of Architects Minority Disadvantaged Scholarship
www.e-architect.com/institute/scholar.htm
This is a scholarship for minority students enrolling in architecture programs. Awards are from $500 to $3,000. Generally, 20 students are selected. Deadline is December 6.
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants Scholarships (AICPA)
www.aicpa.org/members/div/career/mini/smas.htm
For undergraduates studying accounting at a U.S. college with at least 30 credits completed. Awards up to $5,000 with about 300 winners annually. Deadline is in July.
ARMY ROTC Scholarships (for Historically Black Colleges)
www.goarmy.com/rotc/scholarships.jsp
Students looking to enroll at an HBCU must enroll in the Army ROTC. Award amounts to full tuition. Many awards. Must have minimum 920 on SAT or 19 ACT score. Deadline is November 15.
Arts Recognition and Talent Search Awards
www.artsawards.org
These awards are granted to high school or college students (17- 18 years of age) who show talent in dance, voice, music, art, photography, jazz, visual arts, writing, or other creative areas. You must audition or submit a portfolio or tape. The award is to be used for the freshman year in college. Awards from $100 to $3,000. Deadline is June 1
Bonner Scholar Scholarships
www.bonner.org/
Award amount: $4,000 and renewable till graduation. Community service is pivotal, as well as need. Your college must be a participating college. Approx. 1,500 awards granted. Deadline varies.
Coca-Cola Scholars Scholarships
www.coca-colascholars.org/cokeWeb/jsp/scholars/Index.jsp
This is a major competition with over 250 awards going to "scholars" with academic, leadership, and talent qualities. The award amount is from $4,000 to $20,000. You can apply online. The deadline is October 31.
Developmental Fund for Black Students in Science and Technology Scholarships
ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/dlhinson/dfb_sch.htm
Award amount: $2,000 and renewable. Several scholarships granted. This is for science or engineering students at HBCUs. Deadline is June 15.
The Forty Forty Challenge
https://fortyfortychallenge.com/pages/scholarship
This program was created to recognize those who love Jesus and are making a difference in the world today. Essay submission required.
Gates Millennium Scholarships
www.gmsp.org/SOW4/
The goal of Gates Millennium Scholarships is to promote academic excellence and to provide an opportunity for thousands of outstanding students with significant financial need. The scholarship covers room, board, and tuition for at least 1,000 high school students a year. Deadline: March 15.
Harry S. Truman Scholarship
www.truman.gov
This is a very prestigious scholarship, shaped for students who intend to pursue a career in public service or government. Graduate study should be a goal, with a portion of the funds directed there. You must be at least a junior, and your college must nominate you. A "nomination" package must be created. The awards can reach as high as $30,000 over the years. Generally, about 80 students are selected. The deadline is February 1.
Hispanic College Fund Scholarships
http://hispanicfund.org/
Major site for Hispanic students majoring in business-related areas, A to Z (accounting, human resources, communications, and more). The award amount varies. Over 140 awards granted. Deadline: April.
Intel Science Talent Search
www.sciserv.org/sts
The award is from $5,000 to $100,000. There are approx. 40 awards in this prestigious competition. You must present a scientific research project. Deadline: December.
Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship
www.JackieRobinson.org
JRF annually awards selected applicants four-year scholarships of up to $7,200 per year to attend a four-year accredited college or university of their choice. In addition, the Foundation provides access to valuable workshops, seminars, mentoring, and internship opportunities.
Kodak Scholarships
www.kodak.com/US/en/motion/programs/student/scholarship.shtml
The award: varying amounts up to $5,000. Number of awards: Varies. For those studying in film/cinematography at U.S. colleges.
National Action Council for Minorities in Engineering Scholarships
www.nacme.org/
The awards go up to $20,000, and many are awarded. You must be an engineering student. The deadline isusually in February.
National Alliance for Excellence Scholarships
www.excellence.org
The student competitors can be high school seniors or already in college. They must submit an application that can include recommendations (academics), art (slides), dance (tapes), photographs, or other materials that point to talent and achievement in all areas. The awards are for a minimum of one year, and over 100 are granted. Applications can be submitted at any time. The selection process is ongoing.
National Association of Black Journalists
www.nabj.org/programs/scholarships/index.html
The NABJ offers 10 scholarships. It's a $2,500 award. Students should be attending a four-year university. They must present three letters of recommendation from a school adviser, dean, or a faculty member. Also, a 500-800 word article on a Black journalist must be presented. A grade point average of 3.0 is desirable. Eligible students must be majoring in journalism--print, photography, radio, or television. One of those should be a career goal. Deadline is March 31.
National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Scholarships
www.ncaa.org/about/scholarships.html
This is the major NCAA sports association student athletes are associated with. Awards are given in all sports categories, amounts from $3,000 to $12,500. Awards are also available for sports-related study (like sports journalism). Deadlines vary, as do the number of awards each year.
National Honor Society
(Sponsored by the National Association of Secondary School Principals)
http://www.principals.org/s_nassp/sec.asp?CID=571&DID=48231
This is a scholarship for National Honor Society members in their senior year. Your chapter/school nominates you. The award amount is $1,000 for about 250 students nationwide. The deadline is November.
National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)Scholarships
www.nsbe.org/scholarships
Award amount: generally from $1,500 to $3,000 for members of NSBE. Number of awards varies. This is primarily for engineering students and others majoring in related disciplines. Deadlines vary.
Project Excellence Scholarships
www.project-excellence.com
The award: $4,000 or higher (to full tuition). Number of winners: at least 600. Academic merit, leadership, community service, all fields. Deadline: Feb. 1.
Ronald McDonald House Charities (in collaboration with the United Negro College Fund)
www.rmhc.com
Students must be studying at an HBCU which is a member of the UNCF and have at least a B average. This scholarship is specifically for sophomores. The award is from $1,000 to full tuition. Approx. 60 students are selected. The deadline is April 1.
Ron Brown Scholarships
www.RonBrown.org
The award: $10,000 for 10 to 20 students. It's renewable. Academic merit, leadership, community service, all fields. The deadline is usually in January. This is one of most prestigious scholarships, and it's very, very competitive.
Society of Women Engineer Scholarships
www.swe.org
These scholarships are targeted for women who are majoring in engineering or computer science. Award amounts are from $200 to $5,000, and at least 90 are granted. The deadline for students already in college is February 1, but it is May 15 for high school seniors entering an "accredited" program.
United College Fund Scholarships
www.uncf.org/programs
The UNCF is one of our major scholarship gateways. The awards are of varying amounts, and there are a great many under different names and requirements (Grandmet, Duracell, for example). The deadline is usually December.
Xerox Technology Minority Scholarship
www.xerox.com and type in "Scholarship" in the search engine.
This is a good source for strong minority scholarships for students studying in areas like chemistry, engineering, physics, and "tech" areas. The award amount is up to $4,000 for undergraduates, and more for graduate students. The deadline is Sept. 15.