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Scholarships for Black Students
Scholarships for Black and African American students. Scholarships link directly to provider's application page with award amount, deadline, and eligibility at a glance.
of Black bachelor's degrees are earned at HBCUs, even though HBCUs make up only 3% of colleges
of HBCU students qualify for need-based Pell Grants
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Sources: U.S. Department of Education / NCES, UNCF.
Hammer Strength Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Student & Professional Development Scholarship
A scholarship program designed to support minority students and professionals in the field of strength and conditioning.
Jerome Burke Foundation Scholarship
A scholarship to assist minority high school seniors transitioning to college.
NSCA Markus Paul Memorial Scholarship
The NSCA Markus Paul Memorial Scholarship is offered to African American/Black students who are at least at the junior level of college. Applicants must be majoring in physical education, exercise science, strength an...
Professor Emeritus John edward Lillich Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship is open to students attending an HBCU and majoring in an Engineering field.
BEA Richard Eaton Foundation Award
The Richard Eaton Foundation Award is administered by the Broadcast Education Association (BEA) to support students pursuing studies in electronic media. Established in memory of United Broadcasting Co. founder Richar...
The Leon Levy Scholarships in Neuroscience
The Leon Levy Scholarships in Neuroscience (LLSN) program supports exceptional young postdoctoral researchers at a critical stage of their careers. The 3-year scholarship aims to cultivate excellence, autonomy, and di...
2026 Saatchi Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to creative, strategic, and data analyst students pursuing courses of study related to advertising. In addition to financial support, winners receive access to monthly virtual mentorship wi...
The Sphinx Competition
An annual national event in Detroit, MI, for Black and Latino string musicians, offering career opportunities and addressing barriers in these communities. Finalists get the chance to perform with the Sphinx Symphony...
RTDNA Foundation Ed Bradley Scholarship
Named in honor of the late CBS News correspondent, this scholarship is awarded to an outstanding minority student pursuing a career in electronic journalism.
RTDNF Carole Simpson Scholarship
This scholarship was established to support and encourage minority students pursuing careers in electronic journalism.
APSA Diversity Fellowship Program
The APSA Diversity Fellowship Program is designed to support underrepresented students pursuing doctoral degrees in political science.
2026 National Association of HBCU Title III Administrators Scholarship
This scholarship is offered by the National Association of HBCU Title III Administrators to support undergraduate students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
Humanize LLC Gives in Honor of Shirley Kelley Scholarship
This scholarship assists underrepresented minority students at any academic level who were raised by a grandparent or guardian.
Alma Exley Scholarship
This scholarship program awards financial assistance to persons of color enrolled in teacher-preparation programs in Connecticut. It aims to increase diversity among educators.
Encouraging Diversity Scholarship
This scholarship is open to minority pre-law or law school students enrolled in undergraduate or graduate programs during the Spring semester.
AOA/AOSA Opportunities in Optometry Grant Program
This grant program is designed to encourage underrepresented minorities to join the optometry profession and expand access to primary eye care. The funds can be used to help defray costs associated with applying to op...
Walt Disney Company UNCF Corporate Scholars Program
This scholarship is open to African American college juniors who are interested in pursuing a career in the entertainment industry.
AOA/AOSA Opportunities in Optometry Grants
Provides a one-time stipend to under-represented minority students interested in the field of optometry. The program is designed to help defray preparatory costs and promote diversity in the profession.
HBCU Connect Minority Scholarship Program
This scholarship program supports minority students who are incoming or current college students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
HBCU CONNECT Student Scholarship
The HBCU CONNECT Student Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to students attending or planning to attend a Historically Black College or University. Scholarships are awarded to cover tuition or books for...
Lowe's Gap Scholarship
The Lowe's Gap Scholarship supports full-time business and STEM undergraduate students attending TMCF member HBCUs and PBIs who demonstrate financial need.
TMCF Business or STEM Scholarship
A scholarship opportunity for students enrolled at TMCF member HBCUs and PBIs. Eligible applicants must major in business or STEM and demonstrate financial need.
WebstaurantStore Diversity Scholarship
The WebstaurantStore Diversity Scholarship is a $5,000 grant created to encourage diversity in the culinary arts and hospitality management fields. It rewards talented students from minority ethnic groups who possess...
Minority Women in STEM Scholarship
An award dedicated to supporting female BIPOC high school seniors who will be first-generation college students pursuing a four-year STEM degree.
Private (PVT) Henry Walker Minority Scholarship
This scholarship supports African American undergraduate students currently attending an HBCU who actively volunteer in their community.
Bright Lights Scholarship
This scholarship provides financial help to minority and/or first-generation high school and undergraduate students to help them fund their future goals.
Google CS Scholarship for Black Students
A merit-based STEM scholarship from Google for Black computer science students. Applicants must demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, and a passion for technology.
100 Black Men of Greater Columbia Scholarship
A renewable scholarship awarded to high school seniors residing in the Midlands of South Carolina who are transitioning to a full-time post-secondary college or university.
Procter & Gamble HBCYOU Scholarship
The Procter & Gamble HBCYOU Scholarship is awarded to undergraduate students attending a four-year HBCU. Recipients are selected based on academic excellence, demonstrated financial need, and involvement in community...
5 Strong Scholarship Foundation
Partners with Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to provide promising student leaders with full-tuition scholarships and ongoing mentorship.
Dow Alumni Scholarship Fund
This scholarship is available to minority, first-generation, Louisiana high school graduate students entering or currently enrolled in the Southern University System.
Melvin and Sylvia Sanders Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship supports full-time minority students from Louisiana attending Southern University Baton Rouge.
American Marketing Association Diversity Leadership Scholarship
The American Marketing Association Diversity Leadership Scholarship provides financial assistance to members of the American Marketing Association (AMA) who come from underrepresented minority groups. Students plannin...
AMA Diversity Leadership Scholarship
The AMA Diversity Leadership Scholarship recognizes underrepresented students who demonstrate leadership in their chapter activities or other areas of their lives. Applicants must demonstrate strong leadership qualiti...
HBCU Week x FOSSI STEM Scholarship
This scholarship supports students interested in making an impact and innovating through science, engineering, and math. The program focuses on preferred STEM majors relevant to the chemical industry at Historically B...
Jack Boatman Construction Management Scholarship
The Jack Boatman Construction Management Scholarship, offered by SAK Construction, provides financial assistance for college students from historically underserved populations studying general construction engineering...
National Forum for Black Public Administrators Scholarship
A scholarship opportunity provided by the National Forum for Black Public Administrators (NFBPA) to support students pursuing careers in public administration and related public service fields.
EPP/MSI Undergraduate Scholarship Program
An undergraduate scholarship program supporting students at Minority Serving Institutions, including HBCUs, who are pursuing degrees in fields related to NOAA's mission.
Minority Natural Resource Scholarship
Provides funding to minority students interested in natural resources and conservation. Supported by the Conservation Foundation of Missouri Charitable Trust.
PRSA Chicago Michelle Flowers Diversity Fellowship Program
Attracts, recruits, and retains people of color in the communications field. Selected college juniors receive financial support and professional opportunities.
Caterpillar Excellence - Minority Scholarship
The Caterpillar Excellence - Minority Scholarship provides financial assistance to minority students pursuing engineering degrees at Southern Illinois University Carbondale.
Diversity in Structural Engineering Scholarship
Awards funds to structural engineering students who identify as historically underrepresented in the field. Open to junior college, undergraduate, and graduate students.
LPGA Chevron Changing the Face of Golf Scholarship
An excellent opportunity offered by the LPGA Foundation and Chevron to support young women paying for college. Five recipients will receive annual awards renewable for up to four years.
LPGA Phyllis G. Meekins Scholarship
Provides a need-based scholarship to a female high school senior from a recognized minority background. Recipients must be pursuing full-time study and playing collegiate golf.
CIEF Scholarships in Architecture - Bachelor or Master's
This scholarship is open to minority students pursuing a career in Architecture to help increase minority representation in the profession. It provides support for students in a NAAB-accredited Bachelor or Master of A...
CIEF Scholarships in Architecture - Community College Scholarship
This scholarship supports minority community college students in California who plan to transfer to a Bachelor or Master of Architecture Program.
FTE Fellowships for Doctoral Students
This fellowship supports underrepresented and under-resourced doctoral students to increase diversity among religion and theological faculty in North America.
The LAGRANT Foundation Scholarship
A merit-based scholarship for undergraduate and graduate minority students pursuing careers in advertising, marketing, or public relations.
TLF Undergraduate Scholarships
This scholarship supports undergraduate minority students studying advertising, marketing, public relations, or a related field. Recipients gain access to academic support and professional guidance from mentors.
Arthur H. and Virginia R. Black Merit Scholarship
This prestigious merit-based scholarship recognizes exceptional academic achievement by a B.S. Chemistry or Biochemistry major at the University of Toledo.
Chevron Opportunity Scholarship
The Chevron Opportunity Scholarship is available to African American, Black, Hispanic, or Latino incoming freshmen students who are seeking a bachelor's degree at The University of Texas at Austin.
"Scholar Dollars" Essay Scholarship for Black Students
This scholarship aims to offset the cost of attending college for Black students. It helps to lighten the financial burden of higher education and reduce the need for student loans.
Verizon Opportunity Scholarship
The Verizon Opportunity Scholarship is available to African American, Black, and Hispanic incoming freshmen students planning to attend The University of Texas at Austin. Students seeking a bachelor's degree are eligi...
United Methodist GBHEM Racial-Ethnic Specific Scholarships
This scholarship offers aid to racial-ethnic minority students affiliated with the United Methodist Church to assist with the costs of higher education.
ABA Legal Opportunity Scholarship Fund
The ABA Legal Opportunity Scholarship Fund (LOSF) provides financial assistance and encouragement to incoming first-year law students who demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The fund has supp...
Emerson Minority Engineering Scholarship
The Emerson Minority Engineering Scholarship supports minority engineering students attending St. Louis Community College.
IABA Scholarships
Scholarships offered by the International Association for Black Actuaries to support students pursuing actuarial careers.
Tom Joyner Foundation Scholarships
The Tom Joyner Foundation offers a list of various scholarships, grants, and internship programs to help students succeed at HBCUs.
2027-2028 TMCF | McDonald's Black and Positively Golden Scholarship
The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and McDonald’s partner to offer need-based financial assistance to outstanding students attending TMCF’s member schools, which include public HBCUs, HBCCs, PBIs, and medical/l...
McDonald's Black & Positively Golden® Scholarship
In partnership with the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF), McDonald’s provides scholarships to support bright young minds attending the nation’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The program is...
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Frequently asked questions
Are there scholarships specifically for Black students?
Yes. Many foundations, professional associations, corporations, HBCU alumni groups, and family funds award scholarships explicitly for Black and African American students. This page collects currently open opportunities and links directly to each provider's application.
Do I have to attend an HBCU to use this page?
No. While our directory focuses on students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities, many of the listed scholarships are open to Black students at any accredited U.S. college or university. Each listing shows the exact eligibility requirements.
When should I start applying for scholarships?
Start as early as possible. Many deadlines fall between January and April, but plenty of awards accept applications year-round. We flag deadlines closing within 45 days so you don't miss the window.
What GPA do I need to qualify?
It varies by scholarship. Some awards require a 3.0 or higher, while others accept any GPA or focus on financial need, community service, leadership, or a specific major. Use the GPA filter on this page to see scholarships that match your academic record.
Are these scholarships only for undergraduates?
Not all of them. Use the study-level filter to show undergraduate, graduate, or open-to-both awards. Many scholarships also support high-school seniors planning to enroll in college.
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Every listing links directly to the provider's official page, and we include a 'last checked' date. We do not handle applications or collect application fees. Always verify the deadline and requirements on the provider's site before applying.
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