Amount: $500-$25,000
Deadline: Varies (multiple deadlines throughout the year)
Level: undergraduate, graduate
Renewable: No
About
Manages a variety of scholarship programs for African American students. These scholarships support students at every stage of their academic journey, often with specific criteria from corporate or individual donors.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US
- GPA: 2.5+
- Demographic: African American
- African American student
- Enrolled in an accredited four-year college or university
- Specific programs have additional criteria (e.g., major, location, school)
Required Materials
- Application
- Essays
- Transcripts
- Recommendations
- Financial information
Timeline
Various programs open and close throughout the year.
Tips
Explore the UNCF scholarship portal frequently for new opportunities. Tailor your application to each specific scholarship's criteria.