Scholarships for Black and/or African American students - Jan '25

Updated Jan 29, 2025

Apply below to the best Scholarships for Black and/or African American students for January 2025.

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Middle Georgia S.I.S.T.A.s Scholarship

Georgia • Healthcare-Related • 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 • For Women • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The Middle Georgia S.I.S.T.A.s Scholarship offers $1,500 to minority females in SLP programs with a 2.5 GPA. Apply with an essay and references.

Deadline:

May 22, 2025

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Sherry R. Arnstein Underrepresented Minority Scholarship

Medicine • For Black and/or African American students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Graduate Students

The Sherry R. Arnstein Scholarship offers $5,000 to URM students in AACOM member COMs. Eligibility includes specific minority identities.

Deadline:

August 11, 2025

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Shell Incentive Fund Scholarship

Geological & Earth Sciences • Physics • Chemistry • Civil Engineering • Electrical/Electronics • Environmental Science • Mechanical Engineering • Energy • 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 • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors

Shell offers $5,000 scholarships for underrepresented students in technical fields. Must have 3.20 GPA and be enrolled full-time.

Deadline:

March 14, 2025

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BIM Scholarship Program

Minnesota • For Native American / American Indian students • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Pacific Islander students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The BIM Scholarship Program awards $5,000 to eligible Minnesota students enrolling at the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities.

Deadline:

March 25, 2025

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Leon Bradley Scholarship Program

Teacher Education • 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 • Graduate Students • Seniors

The Leon Bradley Scholarship offers $3,500 for minority students in their final year of teaching certification. Apply now!

Deadline:

May 17, 2025

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Bank of America Power to Soar Scholarship

IT/Information Technology • Technology • UX/Technical Design • Health/Medical Technology • Food Sciences & Technology • Finance • For Black and/or African American students • Sophomores • Juniors

The Bank of America Power to Soar Scholarship offers $12,000/year to high-achieving Black undergraduates at HBCUs. Apply now!

Deadline:

February 15, 2025

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TMCF | Baxter STEM Scholarship

District Of Columbia • Georgia • Ohio • Virginia • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Climate Sciences • Meteorology • Food Sciences & Technology • Environmental Science • Computer Science • Marine Biology/Sciences • Geological & Earth Sciences • Information Sciences • Materials Science • Science • Physics • Chemistry • Energy • Biology • Astronomy • Aviation/Aeronautical • Automotive • Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Mathematics • Technology • IT/Information Technology • Health/Medical Technology • UX/Technical Design • For Black and/or African American students • Sophomores • Juniors

The TMCF | Baxter STEM Scholarship offers $20,000 to 41 African American sophomores in STEM at select universities. Apply now!

Deadline:

March 27, 2025

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GRTF Academic Scholarship

Kent County • For students with disabilities • Michigan • 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 Transgender students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The GRTF Academic Scholarship offers $1,000 to $2,500 for Transgender students in Kent County, MI, covering education-related expenses.

Deadline:

May 1, 2025

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National Black Nurses Association Scholarships

Nursing • For Black and/or African American students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The National Black Nurses Association offers scholarships up to $5,000 for nursing students. Membership and enrollment required.

Deadline:

March 15, 2025

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Rebecca Lee Crumpler, M.D. Scholarship

California • Medicine • Healthcare-Related • Health Education • Health/Medical Technology • Healthcare Administrative • Healthcare Assistant • Public Health • For Black and/or African American students • For Women • Graduate Students

The Rebecca Lee Crumpler, M.D. Scholarship offers $250+ to African American female medical students in Southern California.

Deadline:

September 2, 2025

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NASP-ERT Minority Scholarship Program

Psychology • 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

The NASP-ERT Minority Scholarship offers $5,000 to minority students in NASP-approved school psychology programs with a 3.0 GPA.

Deadline:

October 16, 2025

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The Springfield Equity Scholarship

Vermont • 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 White students • Community Service • High school • Freshmen

The Springfield Equity Scholarship offers $4,000 for high school seniors of color with a 2.5 GPA and community involvement. Apply now!

Deadline:

February 14, 2025

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AFSCME Union Scholars Program Summer Internship

For Black and/or African American students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • For Asian students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Sophomores • Juniors

The AFSCME Union Scholars Program offers a 10-week summer internship for students of color, promoting social justice in labor unions.

Deadline:

February 28, 2025

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ASM Global Stars Scholarship

Florida • California • Illinois • Louisiana • Minnesota • Nevada • New York • Oklahoma • Pennsylvania • Business Administration • Marketing • Information Sciences • Accounting • Finance • Human Resources • Hospitality • Sports Management • Restaurant/Culinary/Food Services • Communications • Public Relations • Digital Communications/Media • IT/Information Technology • Graphic Design • 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 • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

ASM Global Stars Scholarship offers $2,500 to 20 diverse students pursuing degrees in various fields. Apply now!

Deadline:

March 25, 2025

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TMCF | United Health Foundation Diversity In Health Care Scholarship

Healthcare-Related • Medicine • Emergency Medical Services/Paramedic • Psychology • Dentistry • Social Work • Pharmacy • Nursing • Nursing Assistant • Pre-Nursing • Pre-Med • Pre-Dental • Mental Health • 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 • Graduate Students

The TMCF | United Health Foundation Scholarship offers $5,000 for HBCU students pursuing health careers. Apply now!

Deadline:

March 27, 2025

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Doctoral Scholars Program

For students with disabilities • Alabama • Arkansas • Georgia • Kentucky • Louisiana • Maryland • South Carolina • Virginia • West Virginia • 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 • Graduate Students

The SREB-State Doctoral Scholars Program provides a $20,000 stipend for Ph.D. students aiming to become professors in select states.

Deadline:

March 30, 2025

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CGCS-Bernard Harris Scholarship Program

Science • Technology • Engineering • Mathematics • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • High school • Freshmen

The CGCS-Bernard Harris Scholarship offers $5,000 to Black and Hispanic high school seniors pursuing STEM degrees with a 3.0 GPA.

Deadline:

April 12, 2025

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WiTT Diversity Scholarship

Tennessee • Technology • 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 Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The WiTT Diversity Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for underrepresented minority students pursuing tech careers in Nashville area colleges.

Deadline:

April 14, 2025

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Achievers in Technology Program

Computer Engineering • Management • Cybersecurity • For Black and/or African American students • Freshmen

The Achievers in Technology Program offers $2,000 for freshmen of African descent from low-income households pursuing tech careers.

Deadline:

April 29, 2025

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William G. Anderson, DO, Minority Scholarship

Medicine • 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 • For Middle Eastern students • Graduate Students

The William G. Anderson, DO, Minority Scholarship awards $10,000 to minority medical students in Osteopathic medicine. Apply now!

Deadline:

May 8, 2025

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TMCF | BetterHelp Graduate Scholarship

Counseling • Psychology • Social Work • Social Sciences • For Black and/or African American students

The TMCF | BetterHelp Graduate Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for African American graduate students in Counseling or related fields.

Deadline:

May 12, 2025

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EVONA Scholarship for Diversity in STEM

Computer Science • Aerospace • IT/Information Technology • 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 Women • For Trans Woman students • For Trans Man students • For Non-binary students • For Agender students • For Gender-fluid students • For Two-spirit students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The EVONA Scholarship offers $10,000 to diverse undergraduate students in geospatial, data science, or space-focused degrees.

Deadline:

May 31, 2025

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The Ed Dwight Scholarship

For Black and/or African American students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

Deadline:

June 2, 2025

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The NAACP x Society Awards Scholarship

For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • For Black and/or African American students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

Deadline:

June 2, 2025

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James Weldon Johnson Scholarship

For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Pacific Islander students • For Native American / American Indian students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Freshmen

Deadline:

June 2, 2025

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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