Scholarships for Black and/or African American students - Jan '25
Updated Jan 29, 2025Apply below to the best Scholarships for Black and/or African American students for January 2025.
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Bishop John W. Hamilton Scholarship
For Black and/or African American students • For Women • Family • Seniors • Juniors • Sophomores • Freshmen
The Bishop John W. Hamilton Scholarship offers $500 to African American female UMC members, prioritizing orphans and students at HBCUs.
Deadline:
March 13, 2025
Roy H. Pollack Scholarship
Religious/Theological Studies • For Black and/or African American students • For Something we failed to mention students • Graduate Students
The Roy H. Pollack Scholarship supports UU ministry students with strong academics. Apply with an essay, resume, and recommendations.
Deadline:
April 15, 2025
Laura Greenstone Memorial Scholarship
Psychology • Counseling • Mental Health • Arts • For Black and/or African American students • For Pacific Islander students
The Laura Greenstone Memorial Scholarship offers up to $1,000 for African-American/Afro-Caribbean AATA members in art therapy programs.
Deadline:
May 3, 2025
Cay Drachnik Minorities Fund
Arts • Counseling • Psychology • Mental Health • For Black and/or African American students • For Asian students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Middle Eastern students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Cay Drachnik Minorities Fund offers up to $1,000 for AATA student members from ethnic minorities in art therapy programs.
Deadline:
May 3, 2025
PCA Skin: “Diversity in Esthetics” Student (PCA Partner)
For students with disabilities • Cosmetology/Beauty • For Asian students • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Middle Eastern students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Age • Freshmen • Sophomores
PCA Skin offers a $5,000 scholarship for diverse esthetics students at partner schools. Apply with a video to qualify.
Deadline:
May 31, 2025
Dermalogica Future Industry Professionals Esthetics (BIPOC)
Cosmetology/Beauty • For Asian students • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Middle Eastern students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • Age • Freshmen • Sophomores
Dermalogica offers a $5,000 scholarship for BIPOC students in partner esthetics schools. Apply with a video submission.
Deadline:
May 31, 2025
David C. Maloney Scholarship
For students with disabilities • Social Work • Counseling • For Asian students • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Middle Eastern students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The David C. Maloney Scholarship offers $250+ to NOHS members in human services with a 3.2 GPA. Special consideration for minorities and special needs.
Deadline:
July 31, 2025
2024 Right to Read Scholarship
Law • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Black and/or African American students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students • Freshmen
Scholarship for African American and Hispanic students from single-parent homes pursuing post-secondary education. $500 award available.
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Anthony B. Davis Scholarship
For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Freshmen
The Anthony B. Davis Scholarship offers $585 to BIPOC high school seniors and undergraduates with a 3.0 GPA. Apply by sharing your story.
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Scholarship for Black Students
For Black and/or African American students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Study.com Scholarship offers $2,000 for Black students pursuing an undergraduate degree. Apply online with a personal statement.
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Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship
For Asian students • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • Freshmen
The Jackie Robinson Foundation offers up to $30,000 scholarships for minority high school seniors with leadership and community service dedication.
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Concrete Rose Scholarship Award
For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • For Women • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Concrete Rose Scholarship offers $500 to first-gen BIPOC women in high school or college with a 2.0 GPA. Apply by sharing your story.
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India Terrell Memorial Scholarship
North Carolina • For Black and/or African American students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The India Terrell Memorial Scholarship awards $600 to Black or African students in NC. Essay required for application.
Deadline Passed
PlayStation Career Pathways Program
Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Cybersecurity • Game Design • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • UX/Technical Design • For Black and/or African American students • Freshmen
The PlayStation Career Pathways Program provides $30,000 for Black students in computer science or engineering with a 3.0 GPA.
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Ancestor Oak Scholarship
For students with disabilities • Alaska • Idaho • Montana • Oregon • Washington • Public Policy & Administration • Social Work • For Asian students • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Middle Eastern students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Ancestor Oak Scholarship supports LGBTQ+ students of color facing family rejection, offering an average award of $6,700.
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The SPJ Minority Student Scholarship
Kansas • Journalism • For Asian students • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The SPJ Minority Student Scholarship awards $1,000 to Kansas college students from minority groups pursuing journalism with a 2.5 GPA.
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Brian M. Day Scholarship
Alaska • Idaho • Oregon • Montana • Washington • For Asian students • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Middle Eastern students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • For Gay students • Community Service • Juniors • Seniors • Graduates • Graduate Students • Sophomores
The Brian M. Day Scholarship supports gay men of color in the Puget Sound area with financial need. Average award: $6,700.
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Edna Earl Education Scholarship
Education • Teacher Education • For Asian students • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Middle Eastern students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
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Hulede Collegiate Golf Scholarship
For Asian students • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Middle Eastern students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students • Freshmen
Hulede Collegiate Golf Scholarship offers $2,000 to BIPOC student-athletes excelling in golf and community service. Minimum 3.0 GPA required.
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Kenyada Me'Chon Thomas Legacy Scholarship
For Asian students • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Middle Eastern students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • Freshmen
The Kenyada Me'Chon Thomas Legacy Scholarship awards $1,000 to BIPOC high school seniors with a 2.5 GPA. Apply by sharing your world change idea.
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Josephine E. Sloane Scholarship for Legal Studies
Georgia • Law • For Black and/or African American students • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Josephine E. Sloane Scholarship offers $500 to African-American law students in Georgia with a GPA above 3.0. Essay required.
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UNCF Lam Research Scholarship
Chemical Engineering • Computer Science • Engineering • STEM • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students
The UNCF Lam Research Scholarship offers $5,000 to underrepresented students in engineering and science fields at HBCUs or HSIs.
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LPA Interdisciplinary Diversity Scholarship Program
Texas • California • Architecture • Interior Design • Urban Design • Civil Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Mechanical • Mechanical Engineering • Construction Engineering • Construction • For Asian students • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Middle Eastern students • For Pacific Islander students • For Women • Freshmen
The LPA Interdisciplinary Diversity Scholarship offers $5,000 annually to minority high school seniors pursuing design-related degrees.
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Illinois Diversity Real Estate Scholarship
Illinois • Finance • Accounting • Business (MBA) • Business Administration • Marketing • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Black and/or African American students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Illinois Diversity Real Estate Scholarship awards $500 to minority students in Illinois pursuing real estate careers.
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Dave Caldwell Scholarship
Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • Natural Resources Management • For Black and/or African American students • For Pacific Islander students • For Asian students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Women
The $5,000 Dave Caldwell Scholarship supports female and minority graduate students in drinking water engineering. Essay and recommendation required.
Deadline Passed
FAQ
In your personal statement, include your academic goals, personal experiences, community involvement, and how receiving the scholarship will impact your education and future. Be authentic and reflect on your unique journey.
Common documents required for scholarship applications may include transcripts, letters of recommendation, a personal statement, and proof of eligibility (such as a racial or ethnic identification). Check the specific requirements for each scholarship.
Eligibility criteria can vary by scholarship but often include factors such as race, academic performance, community involvement, and financial need. Always check the specific requirements for each scholarship.
Common mistakes include missing deadlines, failing to follow application instructions, submitting generic essays, and not proofreading your application materials. Take the time to carefully review your submissions before sending them.
Many scholarships have renewal requirements, which may include maintaining a certain GPA, completing a specific number of credit hours, or submitting progress reports. Be sure to review the terms of each scholarship.
To increase your chances of winning a scholarship, focus on submitting a strong application, including a well-written personal statement, meeting all eligibility requirements, and applying early. Additionally, consider seeking feedback on your application materials.
Yes, you can apply for multiple scholarships for Black and/or African American students. In fact, applying for several scholarships can increase your chances of receiving funding for your education.
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