Development Fund for Black Students in Science and Technology
Development Fund for Black Students in Science and Technology Scholarship
The Development Fund for Black Students in Science and Technology Scholarship provides scholarships to African American students attending a designated HBCU. Students majoring in a scientific or technical field are encouraged to apply. Recipients are chosen for their demonstration of financial need and academic achievement.
Award
Up to $3,000
Deadline
June 15 (annually)
Level
Undergraduate
Status
Usually due June 15 – next cycle expected
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- Application effort
- Medium (essay, recommendation letters)
- Who can apply
- Undergraduate students
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Who is eligible
- Must be African American or Black
- Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Must be an undergraduate student (College Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior, or 5th Year Undergraduate) seeking a bachelor's degree
- Must be a full-time student
- Must attend one of the designated HBCUs: Bennett College, Clark Atlanta University, Elizabeth City State University, Fisk University, Florida A&M University, Fort Valley State University (College), Hampton University, Howard University, Langston University, Lincoln University of Pennsylvania, Morehouse College/University, Morgan State University, North Carolina A&T State University, Prairie View A&M University, Southern University and A&M College, Spelman College, Tennessee State University, Tuskegee University, Wilberforce University, or Xavier University of Louisiana
- Must demonstrate financial need
- Must exhibit strong academic achievement
What you'll need
- Essay required
- Nomination/recommendation only
- Participation in extracurricular activities
How to apply
- Obtain a nomination or recommendation from your participating HBCU.
- Submit the application and required essay through the official scholarship website during the open application period (April 15 to June 15).
Sources & verification
- Official listing:
- https://www.dfbsstscholarship.org/
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