The UNCF STEM Scholars Program

UNCF (United Negro College Fund)

Amount: $2,500 - $25,000
Deadline: March 20
Level: undergraduate
Renewable: Yes

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About

This UNCF program provides significant scholarships and support to African American high school seniors pursuing STEM degrees, many of whom are first-generation college students.

Eligibility

  • Citizenship: US
  • GPA: 3.0+
  • Demographic: african-american
  • African American high school senior
  • Plan to enroll in a STEM discipline at a four-year institution
  • Demonstrate financial need

Required Materials

  • Online application
  • Essays
  • Transcripts
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Financial documentation

Timeline

Applications open January. Deadline March 20. Winners notified May.

Tips

Showcase your passion for STEM through coursework, projects, and extracurriculars. Connect your STEM interests to future career goals and how you plan to impact your community.