Amount: $4,000
Deadline: February 1
Level: undergraduate
Renewable: Yes
About
Many universities offer African American leadership scholarships to attract and support talented Black students who demonstrate academic promise and a commitment to leadership and service within their communities.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US
- GPA: 3.0+
- Demographic: african-american
- Must be an incoming freshman to the specific university
- Demonstrate leadership potential and community involvement
Required Materials
- University application
- Essays
- Official high school transcript
- Recommendation letters
Timeline
Applications are often integrated with the university's admission application. Deadline February 1. Winners notified by April.
Tips
Check the scholarship pages of universities you are applying to directly. Tailor your application essays to showcase your leadership experiences and how you plan to contribute to the university community.