College Scholarships for African American Students

Scholarships for Black and African American Students

Goodwall #BlackVoices Challenge

This Black History Month, join us in honoring the legacy, creativity, and resilience of Black leaders, change-makers, and visionaries who have shaped our world. The #BlackVoices challenge invites you to explore, celebrate, and share the stories of Black individuals or groups who inspire you — whether it's a historical icon, a civil rights activist, or someone in your own life. Deadline: 2/28/25 Award Amount: $25

Strength in Numbers Scholarship

The Strength in Numbers Scholarship is available to Black female students. You must be a third or fourth - year medical student and be a member of SNMA or NMA to be eligible for this award. You must also demonstrate an interest in social justice and health equity through community engagement and / or active research. Deadline: 2/28/25 Award Amount: $2,500

National Association of Black Journalists Scholarship

The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) Scholarship is available to undergraduate and graduate students who demonstrate interest in pursuing a career in journalism and media. You must be a student member of NABJ, have a record of community service, and have a minimum 3.0 GPA to be eligible for this award. Deadline: 2/28/25 Award Amount: $2,500

Anna V. Waters Scholarship

The Anna V. Waters Scholarship is available to African - American high school seniors. You must have a GPA between 2.0 and 2.9 and demonstrate good character, commitment to your community, and the potential to do well in college to be considered for this award. Deadline: 3/1/25 Award Amount: $500 - $2,000

Blacks at Microsoft Scholarship

The Blacks at Microsoft Scholarship is available to high school seniors of African descent who are planning to attend a four - year college / university. You must be pursuing a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, computer information systems, or a select business program; have a minimum GPA of 3.0; and demonstrate financial need to be eligible for this award. Deadline: 3/13/25 Award Amount: $2,500 - $5,000

Ezekiel Taylor Scholarship

The Ezekiel Taylor Scholarship is available to African - American male high school seniors who have been impacted by Chicago's gun violence. You must be a resident of Cook County and have a minimum 2.5 GPA to be eligible for this award. Deadline: 3/14/25 Award Amount: Varies

Sachs Foundation Scholarship

The Sachs Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship is available to African - American high school seniors residing in Colorado. You must be planning to enroll full - time in an undergraduate degree program in the fall to be eligible for this award. Selection is based on academic merit, two letters of recommendation, personal statement, and any additional educational, artistic, or professional files that are meaningful to you. Deadline: 3/15/25 Award Amount: $10,000 - $12,500

CBC Spouses Education Scholarship

The CBC Spouses Education Scholarship is available to full - time, African - American / Black high school seniors, undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students. You must have a minimum 2.5 GPA and demonstrate involvement in community service activities to qualify for this award. Deadline: 3/29/25 Award Amount: $2,500 - $20,000

UNCF General Scholarship

The UNCF General Scholarship is available to full - time undergraduate and graduate students attending a UNCF member college or university. You must have a minimum 2.5 GPA to be eligible for this award. Deadline: 3/31/25 Award Amount: Varies

Achievers in Technology Program

The Achievers in Technology Program is open to entering college freshmen of African descent. You must be pursuing a career in tech and demonstrate financial need to be eligible for this award. Deadline: 3/31/25 Award Amount: $500

Building Opportunities for Sistas to Shine (B.O.S.S.) Scholarship

The Building Opportunities for Sistas to Shine (B.O.S.S.) Scholarship is available to cis and transgender female high school seniors. You must have at least one parent of African descent, be under the age of 20, and have a minimum 3.0 GPA to be eligible for this award. Deadline: 3/31/25 Award Amount: $1,000

IABA Foundation Scholarship

The IABA Foundation Scholarship is available to Black undergraduate and graduate students. You must be pursuing a career in actuarial science and have a minimum 3.0 GPA to be eligible for this award. Deadline: 3/31/25 Award Amount: $1,500 - $5,000

Mae and Mary Scholarship

The Mae and Mary Scholarship is available to African - American high school seniors. You must be pursuing a career in the health care profession to be eligible for this award. Deadline: 3/31/25 Award Amount: Varies

Negro Leagues Essay Contest

The Negro Leagues Essay Contest is open to high school seniors. To be considered, you must submit a 1,200 - word essay that addresses a question related to one of the following Negro League figures: Andrew "Rube" Foster, Robert Peterson, Norman "Turkey" Stearnes, or Normal "Tweed" Webb. Deadline: 4/15/25 Award Amount: $1,000

Charles Shelton Foundation Veterinary Scholarship

The Charles Shelton Foundation Veterinary Scholarship is available to Black / African - American high school seniors and current and returning college students. You must be planning to pursue a career in veterinary medicine, have a minimum GPA of 3.0, and be a legal U.S. resident to be eligible for this award. An essay is also required. Deadline: 4/15/25 Award Amount: $2,000

Brittany K. Booker Foundation Scholarship

The Brittany K. Booker Foundation Scholarship is available to African - American female high school seniors. You must be a resident of Columbia, SC or Baltimore, MD to be eligible for this award. Deadline: 4/30/25 Award Amount: $1,000

Carrington-Philbert Scholarship

The Carrington-Philbert Scholarship is available to African - American high school seniors who are planning to attend a two - or four - year college / university. Students residing in Trinidad and Tobago and attending University of the West Indies are also eligible to apply. Deadline: 5/1/25 Award Amount: $2,500

Nearest Green Legacy Scholarship

The Nearest Green Legacy Scholarship is available to first - time college students. You must be a direct descendant of Nathan "Nearest" Green and have a minimum 3.0 GPA to be eligible for this award. Deadline: Varies Award Amount: Full-Tuition BONUS

Internships for Black and African American Students!

Pathways to the C-Suite Internship Program

The Pathways to the C-Suite Internship Program is available to rising college seniors and recent graduates. Interns will be partnered with some of the nation's top executives in the private sector to experience how public policy is influenced and developed at every level. A minimum 3.0 GPA is required. Deadline: 3/28/25

CBCF Congressional Summer Internship Program

The CBCF Congressional Summer Internship Program is available to African - American undergraduate students. During this nine - week program, interns will gain practical and meaningful work experience on Capitol Hill and obtain firsthand experience working in offices to assist in the process of effectively running a Congressional office and supporting the policymaking process. Deadline: 3/28/25

INROADS Internship Program

The INROADS Internship Program matches underrepresented minority students with internship opportunities with more than 60 major corporations, including Fortune 500 companies. Students who have career interests in Business, Engineering, Computers and Information Sciences, Retail Store Management, Sales, Health, or Marketing are encouraged to apply. You must be either a graduating high school senior who has been admitted to an accredited college or university or a college freshman or sophomore to be eligible for these internships. High school students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, college students must have a minimum 2.8 GPA. All applicants must be permanent residents of the United States. Deadline: Varies In honor of Black History Month, we've put together a list of scholarships to celebrate. Education is a great way to honor any culture and its contributions and accomplishments! African American students play an important role in higher education, and scholarships are out there to help ensure no one misses out on their college dream. From high school juniors to college grad students, many universities across the country offer financial aid opportunities for Black students. JUMP TO AFRICAN AMERICAN SCHOLARSHIPS See a Full List of 2025 HBCU Scholarships There are many education grants in the United States from notable African American advancement organizations, like the NAACP, the Juneteenth Foundation, UNCF and the Congressional Black Caucus, Inc. Institutional scholarships are also available for Black students attending HBCUs. Additionally, minority students have access to scholarships funded by influential organizations such as the Jackie Robinson Foundation, Rosa L. Parks Scholarship Foundation, Thurgood Marshall College Fund and many more. Use your academic achievements to honor your heritage and make a difference!