Amount: $10,000
Deadline: Varies (typically Spring)
Level: undergraduate
Renewable: No
About
This scholarship celebrates the legacy of Frederick Douglass by supporting high-achieving African American students at HBCUs pursuing degrees in the humanities.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US
- GPA: 3.5+
- Demographic: african-american
- Must be a rising senior (junior applying for senior year) at a four-year HBCU.
- Majoring in a humanities field.
Required Materials
- Online application (via UNCF)
- Essay
- Official transcript
- 2 letters of recommendation
- Writing sample
Timeline
Check UNCF website for specific dates, usually opens in early spring.
Tips
Showcase your strong writing skills through your essay and writing sample. Connect your academic pursuits to Douglass's legacy of social justice and intellectual leadership.