Amount: $10,000
Deadline: April 30
Level: undergraduate, graduate
Renewable: No
About
The CBCF offers various scholarships to African American students demonstrating leadership, academic excellence, and a commitment to their communities. Many scholarships require essays that address public service and social justice.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US
- GPA: 2.5+
- Demographic: african-american
- African American students pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees. Specific eligibility varies by program, often requiring commitment to public service.
Required Materials
- Application form
- Essays (multiple)
- Official transcript
- Recommendation letters
- Financial information
Timeline
Applications open January 1. Deadline April 30. Winners notified July-August.
Tips
Tailor your essays to the specific scholarship's focus. Clearly articulate your commitment to public service and how your academic and career goals will contribute to the Black community. Showcase your leadership and problem-solving skills.