Scholarships for Black and/or African American students - Jan '25
Updated Jan 28, 2025Apply below to the best Scholarships for Black and/or African American students for January 2025.
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G-III Apparel Scholarship
Accounting • Advertising • Agriculture • Business (MBA) • Business Administration • Economics • Finance • Hospitality • Human Resources • Management • Marketing • Operations Management • Public Relations • Restaurant/Culinary/Food Services • Sports Management • Travel & Tourism • For Black and/or African American students • Juniors
G-III Apparel Scholarship provides $5,000 for African American HBCU sophomores in business. Apply with an essay and reference.
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Inspire Our Future Supply Chain Scholarship
Manufacturing/Production • Operations Management • Business (MBA) • Business Administration • Chemical Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Technology • Engineering • For Black and/or African American students • Juniors • Seniors
The Inspire Our Future Supply Chain Scholarship offers $10,000 for Black or African American undergraduates in Manufacturing, Engineering, or Supply Chain.
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Diversity Scholarship
Law • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • For Asian students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Black and/or African American students • Sophomores • Graduate Students
The Diversity Scholarship awards $25,000 to second-year minority law students, plus a summer program position. Apply with an essay and references.
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5 Strong Scholarship
Atlanta • Houston • Georgia • Texas • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • For Asian students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Black and/or African American students • Test Scores • Freshmen
The 5 Strong Scholarship offers full-tuition for minority seniors from Atlanta or Houston attending an HBCU with a 2.5 GPA.
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Chevron Scholarship
Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Electrical Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Energy • For Black and/or African American students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Chevron Scholarship offers $5,000 for NSBE members in engineering majors with a 3.0 GPA. Apply now!
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NSBE Jr. Bridge Scholarship
Health/Medical Technology • IT/Information Technology • Technology • Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Materials Science • Mechanical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Mathematics • Physics • Biology • Marine Biology/Sciences • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Meteorology • Climate Sciences • Computer Science • Environmental Science • Fire Science/Firefighting • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Science • STEM • For Black and/or African American students • Freshmen
The NSBE Jr. Bridge Scholarship awards $1,000 to 50 high school seniors in STEM with a 2.5 GPA. Apply now!
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Barnes Scholarship
Aerospace • Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Industrial Engineering • Manufacturing/Production • Materials Science • Mechanical Engineering • Technology • For Black and/or African American students • Juniors • Seniors
The Barnes Scholarship awards $5,000 to NSBE members in engineering majors with a 3.0 GPA. Apply now!
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Colgate “Bright Smiles, Bright Futures” Minority Scholarships
Dentistry • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Asian students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Men • Sophomores
Colgate offers $1,000 scholarships for minority students in Dental Hygiene. Must volunteer and complete an application.
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Fund For Education Abroad 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
The Fund for Education Abroad Scholarship provides up to $5,000 for undergraduates studying abroad, requiring financial need and application materials.
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NBCC Minority Fellowship Program for Mental Health Counselors (Doctoral)
Mental Health • Psychology • 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 • Graduate Students
The NBCC Minority Fellowship offers $20,000 for doctoral counseling students with experience in underserved minority communities.
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Georgetown Promise Scholarship
Texas • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Freshmen • Sophomores
The Georgetown Promise Scholarship offers up to $2,500 for Black/African-American or Latinx first-year students in Georgetown, TX.
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The Bellevue Chapter P-FLAG Scholarship
For students with disabilities • Washington • 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 • For students of color • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For LGBTQIA+ students • For Women • For Non-binary students • For Agender students • For Gender-fluid students • For Two-spirit students • Based on your gender • Freshmen
The Bellevue Chapter P-FLAG Scholarship offers $250 to East King County seniors promoting LGBTQ leadership. Apply with three essays.
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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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