Scholarships for African-American Students
American Association of Blacks in Energy Scholarship
February 23, 2012
American Association of Blacks in Energy (Atlanta Chapter) Scholarship Application
The purpose of the AABE Atlanta Chapter Scholarship is to assist African American, Hispanic, and Native American students with the cost of pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in an energy related field, at an accredited college/university.
Eligibility
Candidates for an AABE scholarship must meet the following eligibility criteria: Student must be a U. S. Citizen and a resident of Georgia. Student must attend a metro Atlanta area high school. Student must have a B (or better) average or a grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale and a minimum Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) score of 1400 or American College Testing (ACT) composite score of 19. Student must graduate by June 30, 2012 from an accredited high school institution.
Student should be involved in community/civic service activities. Student must have two recommendations (one from a teacher or counselor and the other non-academic). Student must submit an essay (300 word minimum/350 word maximum) stating why they should receive an AABE scholarship, personal career objectives and any additional information to assist the selection committee. Students must plan to major in approved business, engineering, technology, mathematics or physical science (astronomy, chemistry, geology, mineralogy, meteorology, physics) – i.e., energy industry related fields. Upon notification as an award recipient, student must provide an acceptance letter from an accredited college/university before the awards ceremony, which is scheduled to be held on Thursday, May 10 or Thursday, May 17, 2012 at 4:00 p.m. at Georgia Power’s corporate office in downtown Atlanta.
Deadline to apply: March 2, 2012
2012 Pearl Foundation Scholarship
February 3, 2012
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., founded in 1908 as the first African-American Greek-letter sorority, promotes high scholastic and ethical standards. Since 1987, the North Suburban Atlanta Chapter, Rho Zeta Omega, has actively supported the community through various service projects. One of our annual projects includes awarding college scholarships to talented area students. The PEARL Foundation, Inc., in conjunction with Rho Zeta Omega Chapter will award 2012 scholarships based on the following criteria:
- Applicant must be an African-American female who resides in Cobb County and attends a Cobb County High School or Marietta High School
- Applicant must be in the graduating class of 2012
- Applicant must have a minimum GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale
- Applicant must have demonstrated leadership ability in the school and community
- Applicant must have participated in community service projects
- Applicant must show financial need
- Applicant must be available for an interview with the Scholarship committee
All applications should be mailed to the address included on the application and must be postmarked by Friday, February 24, 2012, no exceptions! In order to be considered for a scholarship, a fully completed application must be submitted:
Chi Gamma Gamma Chapter Scholarship
January 28, 2012The Chi Gamma Gamma chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc., is accepting applications for the 2012 scholarship award.
Scholarship is for a male high school senior, who will graduate in the spring of 2012, who resides in the Cobb County or North Fulton County.
Please download the instruction guide and application using the following link.
2012 XGG Scholarship Application
Deadline is Saturday, March 31, 2012.
Scholarship Listing
January 26, 2012
The scholarships listed on this page are updated regularly. All new scholarships will be listed in alphabetical order. Good luck finding the scholarships that are right for you.
Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants
To apply for this scholarship you will need to write an essay on the topic, “What was the most difficult time in your life, and why? How did you perspective on life change as a result of this difficulty?”
Email your essay to: scholarships@abbottandfenner.com. (Include the name and location of the school you are presently attending.)
Up to $1,000. Deadline to apply: 06/15/12
Amanda Bupp Memorial Scholarship
Available to students who are residents of York County, PA; 3.0 GPA; proof of acceptance/enrollment into a school majoring in the medical field; letter of recommendation; essay
Up to $500. Deadline to apply: 04/30/12
American Physical Therapy Association Scholarship
A variety of scholarship programs available to students, which include federal/state scholarship resources, Mary McMillan Scholarship, minority scholarship awards, and APTA awards.
Amounts vary. Deadlines vary
Free tuition. Deadline 2/15/12
Available to high School Seniors and College Students who are children of AT&T employees.
Up to $2,500. Deadline to apply: 2/15/12
Students currently in grades 9-12. Students from public, private, alternate, or home schools are eligible to apply. Have a minimum cumulative high school grade point average of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale), or equivalent. Demonstrate commitment to and involvement in community volunteer service or work experience. Be planning to enter a full-time undergraduate course of study at an accredited two- or four-year college, university, vocational-technical school, or online school/programfollowing high school graduation.
Up to $1,000. Deadline 2/15/12
The BigSun Organization is proud to be able to help young athletes succeed in their academic pursuits. In order to do our part we are offering an annual scholarship to a deserving student. All student athletes are eligible for this award, regardless of which sport they are participating in.
How to Apply
Please send us a short essay answering the following question:
How has your education contributed to who you are today? Why do you want to earn a college education?
Deadline: June 22, 2012.
Who is eligible?
All student athletes are eligible regardless of the sport they are engaged in. The student must be a high school senior or be attending a post secondary institute.
How to submit
All essay submissions should be sent to: athleticawards@bigsunathletics.com
When is the winner notified?
- The winner will be notified within 2 weeks and the name of the winner will be posted on this website at that time.
- When is the award received?
- The award is mailed within 2 weeks of the deadline.
Up to $500
Epilepsy Foundation Western/Central PA Scholarship Program
Diagnosis of epilepsy/seizure disorder (must be confirmed by a statement from physician); proof of acceptance to post-secondary academic/vocational program; H.S. grad of 2012; attend full-time in 2012-13; legal resident of Western/Central PA.
Up to $1000. Deadline to apply: 03/30/12
The Electronic Security Association (ESA) is accepting applications for its 2012 Youth Scholarship Program, which will award $10,000 in scholarships to two children of active duty police officers and firefighters. The first-place winner will receive $7,500 to put toward their college education and the second-place winner will receive $2,500.
Deadline to apply: 02/01/12
Jack & Jill of America Foundation
High School Senior, 3.0 GPA
Up to $2,500. Deadline to apply: 03/12/12
Available to students with a 2.75 GPA; enrolled in a public college within their state of legal residence; pursue a bachelor’s degree; US citizen; demonstrate financial need.
Up to $20,000. Deadline to apply: 02/08/12
Available to Hispanic High School Senior or graduate, College Freshman, 3.0 GPA, Culinary, Hospitality, Hotel, and Restaurant Management.
Up to $9000. Deadline to apply: 03/01/12
Available to students accepted to Drexel, Johnson & Wales, Kettering, R.I.T., University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, or Wentworth Institute of Technology; Cum 3.5 GPA.
Up to $6,000. Deadline to apply: 2/15/12
100 Black Men of American, Inc., Scholarship
January 17, 2012
The 100 Black Men of America’s Future Leader Scholarship application is available after January 1st of each year and may be acquired from a local chapter, their World Headquarters or through their website www.100blackmen.org.
Awards range from $1,000 – $3,000.
Eligibility requirements:
- Undergraduate student or high school student transitioning to college
- Minimum GPA 2.5
- Attending a postsecondary, accredited institution or planning to attend
- Plans to attend school for entire academic year, beginning in the fall
- completed 50 hours of “active” community service within past 12 months with certified documentation
- Leadership involvement
- Application must be postmarked by the February 29, 2012 deadline
Ron Brown Scholars Program
December 14, 2011
The Ron Brown Scholar Program seeks to identify African-American high school seniors who will make significant contributions to society. Applicants must excel academically, exhibit exceptional leadership potential, participate in community service activities and demonstrate financial need. The applicant must be a US citizen or hold a permanent resident visa card. Current college students are not eligible to apply.
Each year, a minimum of ten students will be designated Ron Brown Scholars and will receive $10,000 annually for four years, for a total of $40,000. The recipients may use the renewable scholarships to attend an accredited four-year college or university of their choice within the United States. Ron Brown Scholarships are not limited to any specific field or career objective and may be used to pursue any academic discipline. More than 250 students have been designated as Ron Brown Scholars since the inception of the Program.
Ron Brown Scholars are selected in the spring prior to entering college. Applications are screened during the month of February by Ron Brown Scholar Program staff. In March, finalists are invited to participate in a weekend selection process in Washington, D.C. at the expense of the CAP Charitable Foundation. Finalists are interviewed by members of the Ron Brown Selection Committee and are expected to participate in several Selection Weekend activities. Scholarship winners are selected on the basis of their applications, interviews and participation in Selection Weekend activities. Notification follows immediately.
Application Deadline
The Ron Brown Scholar Program currently has two deadlines for applications (students must be current high school seniors at the time of their application):
November 1st – application will be considered for the Ron Brown Scholar Program AND forwarded to a select and limited number of additional scholarship providers.
January 9th – final postmarked deadline in order to be considered for only the Ron Brown Scholar Program ONLY.
Application materials must be mailed in one packet. Transcripts and letters of recommendation should not be sent under separate cover. Incomplete, e-mailed or faxed applications will not be considered.
Below is the timeline for interested applicants to plan the submission of their application to the Ron Brown Scholar Program (RBSP) as well as key dates when eligible applicants will be notified:
- August – January: Interested applicants can begin to complete and submit the RBSP scholarship application.
- November 1: Early Applicant Deadline: Interested applicants who complete their applications by November 1st will be considered for the Ron Brown Scholar Program and will be eligible to have their contact information forwarded to a select number of additional colleges and scholarship providers. Students who apply under this deadline must make the appropriate designation on their application. Applicants are still responsible for submitting materials to any colleges, universities and scholarship programs for which they are interested.
- January 9: Final postmarked deadline in order to be considered for the Ron Brown Scholar Program ONLY.
- January – March: Applications are reviewed by the Program staff.
- Mid-February: Semi-finalists are notified.
- Early March: Finalists are notified and invited to participate in a weekend selection process in Washington, D.C. at the expense of the Ron Brown Scholar Program. Finalists are interviewed by members of the RBSP National Selection Committee and are expected to participate in several activities during the weekend. Scholarship winners are selected on the basis of their application materials, interviews and participation in weekend activities.
- April 1 – Winners in the competition are notified.
Due to the volume of applications received, the Ron Brown Scholar Program can only notify semi-finalists and finalists of their status in the competition.This notification will be made in February and March. Winners of the scholarship will be notified by April 1st and names will be posted on the Ron Brown Scholar Program web site in late April/early May.
Ron Brown Scholarships may be used to supplement benefits from the college or university a student plans to attend and from other foundations or organizations. Scholars may use the scholarship to cover the costs of tuition, fees, books, room and board, computers, health insurance, and other college-related expenses.
For further information, please contact us:
Ron Brown Scholar Program
1160 Pepsi Place, Suite 206
Charlottesville, VA 22901
Phone: 434 964 1588
Fax: 434 964 1589
E-mail: info@ronbrown.org
Web site: www.ronbrown.org
100 Scholarships for Students of Color
December 12, 2011
Studylands.com has for its mission to facilitate students exchanges at the global level by promoting international education and intercultural exchange.
An education web directory where students and educators of all nations can meet
Our first education web directory, SpainExchange.com, was created in June of 1999 when we sought to meet the need for a comprehensive, free, and impartial source of information online for students from other countries planning to study in Spain. Our original objective was to facilitate student exchanges to and from Spain, but shortly after we decided to develop a directory for all schools and students around the world that also included exchange students, language exchanges, secondary school exchanges and student housing listings.
In 2014 we moved a portion of SpainExchange.com and rebranded it as Studylands.com. This new site is focused solely on listing educational institutions from around the world.
We have gathered a comprehensive listing of the top 100 Scholarships for students of color, including:
- Ralph J. Bunche Scholarship
- Ron Brown Scholar Program
- Ronald McDonald House Charity
- Jackie Robinson Foundation, and more…
Click here for links to 100 Scholarships…
Scholarships.com
December 12, 2011This section on the Scholarship.com website contains a listing of scholarships for African-American students that will prove useful to a large audience of African-American students who need additional scholarship money to help pay for school.
This section on the Scholarship.com website contains a listing of scholarships for minorities. These include African American Scholarships, Native American Scholarships, Hispanic Scholarships and many more. Students of a wide variety of ethnicities will find they qualify for at least one of the scholarships for minorities listed on our site. A number of large scholarship funds exist to benefit members of specific ethnic groups, such as African American scholarships and Native American scholarships. Not all scholarships for minorities target United States-specific groups, either. For example, students in Canada may qualify for a number of aboriginal scholarships, whether they study at home or abroad. There are also many general scholarships for minorities, open to students from any underrepresented group.
Gates Millennium Scholars Scholarship (GMS)
December 12, 2011
Gates Millennium Scholars Program
For students entering college for the first time in the fall 2012, the GMS Scholarship Applicationonline process opens in August. The deadline for all submissions is January 11 at 11:59 p.m. EST.
GMS will select 1,000 talented students each year to receive a good-through-graduation scholarship to use at any college or university of their choice. We provide Gates Millennium Scholars with personal and professional development through our leadership programs along with academic support throughout their college career.
If you are willing to serve as a nominator or recommender for deserving students, you can make a difference in their lives.
The goal of GMS is to promote academic excellence and to provide an opportunity for outstanding minority students with significant financial need to reach their highest potential by:
- Reducing financial barriers for African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American and Hispanic American students with high academic and leadership promise who have significant financial need;
- Increasing the representation of these target groups in the disciplines of computer science, education, engineering, library science, mathematics, public health and the sciences, where these groups are severely underrepresented;
- Developing a diversified cadre of future leaders for America by facilitating successful completion of bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees; and
- Providing seamless support from undergraduate through doctoral programs, for students selected as Gates Millennium Scholars entering target disciplines.
The Gates Millennium Scholars (GMS) Program, established in 1999, was initially funded by a $1 billion grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
The GMS Scholarship Award Provides:
- Support for the cost of education by covering unmet need and self-help aid;
- Renewable awards for Gates Millennium Scholars maintaining satisfactory academic progress;
- Graduate school funding for continuing Gates Millennium Scholars in the areas of computer science, education, engineering, library science, mathematics, public health or science;
- Leadership development programs with distinctive personal, academic and professional growth opportunities.
Program Accomplishment:
- Funding more than 15,000 Gates Millennium Scholars since the inception of the program
- Obtained a 79.9% graduation rate in five years*
- Supported Gates Millennium Scholars enrolled in more than 1,500 colleges and universities
- Supported Gates Millennium Scholars representing 50 states and five outlying areas
- Graduated over 7,000 Gates Millennium Scholars since the program’s inception
- Five year retention rate of 87.7%*
The GMS program is more than just a scholarship. The GMS program offers Gates Millennium Scholars with ACademic Empowerment (ACE) services to encourage academic excellence; mentoring services for academic and personal development; and an online resource center that provides internship, fellowship and scholarship information.
UNCF Internships and Fellowships
December 12, 2011UNCF Internships and Fellowships
UNCF Special Programs Corporation (UNCFSP), born from the long-standing traditions of the United Negro College Fund (UNCF), works diligently to create connections between the diverse, high-performing workforce of the minority education community and private industry to address the nation’s imperatives.
While equally committed to the minority education community through our strong partnership with UNCF, UNCFSP operates as a separate and independent 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization with our own Board of Directors.
Our minority education constituency includes Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs), Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs), and Other Minority Institutions (OMIs).
Visit the website for a broad range of internship and fellowship opportunities.