Southern University System Foundation
Melvin and Sylvia Sanders Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship supports full-time minority students from Louisiana attending Southern University Baton Rouge.
Award
Up to $1,500 per year
Deadline
January 5, 2027
Level
Undergraduate
Status
84 days left
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Who is eligible
- Full-time minority student
- Resident of Louisiana
- Attending Southern University Baton Rouge (SUBR)
- Maintain a 3.0 GPA or higher
- Be of good moral character
- Demonstrate leadership ability and financial need
What you'll need
- Resume
- Up to three letters of recommendation
- Copy of most recent semester grades or academic transcript
- Essay (500 words or less): "Why are HBCUs, like Southern University, still important and need our support today?"
How to apply
- Visit the Southern University System Foundation scholarship form page.
- Prepare required materials: resume, academic transcripts, and recommendations.
- Write an essay of 500 words or less answering: 'Why are HBCUs, like Southern University, still important and need our support today?'
- Complete and submit the online application form by January 5, 2027.
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Sources & verification
- Official listing:
- https://foundation.sus.edu/apply-for-scholarships/
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