Requirements

Complete and submit application by February 17th

Provide most recent, verifiable high school transcript (Subject to authentication)

Provide proof of acceptance at an Historically Black College or University (HBCU)*

Acceptance letters can be submitted through 4/11/25. All other application materials must be submitted by 2/17/25.

Applicants must:

  • Be a citizen or legal permanent resident of the United States
  • Complete or have completed high school with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (unweighted) and be entering their freshman year of college
  • Attend a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) for the entirety of their college education.
  • Demonstrate financial need

The scholarship can be used for tuition, room and board. A student may accept additional scholarships but they cannot exceed the total cost of their education.

If you have questions about eligibility, please contact scholarship@HBCUWeek.org. Students applying for the scholarship will be responsible for disclosing any potential conflict of interest prior to the selection process.

Visit website: https://www.hbcuweek.org/nfl/