Scholarships for African American Women

Scholarships for African American Women

SCHOLARSHIPS FOR BLACK WOMEN

Black women have put so much into their families, their communities, even this nation. Black women receive so little in return for all they contribute and work towards to make the world a better place for others. Well, Black women should do things for themselves as well, starting with their education. And what better way to do that than to seek out scholarships that so many young Black girls are eligible for.

The following are scholarships created specifically for Black females.   There is a world of learning and accomplishing out there that you can do, ladies.   Go for the gusto!  

NANBPWC Scholarships for African American Women  

The National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs (NANBPWC) sponsors two African American female scholarships each year. This non-profit organization’s mission is to promote and protect the interests of African American women professionals and entrepreneurs. One of the ways the organization meets its mission is by providing college scholarships for African American women.  NANBPWC that provides scholarships to black women whose interests lie in business and entrepreneurial studies.      

The National Scholarship: This African American scholarship is awarded to graduating high school seniors who have a cumulative grade point overage of 3.0 or better (4.0 scale). Applicant packages must include official high school transcripts, two letters of recommendation written on school letterhead, and an essay. One letter of recommendation must be written by a school counselor or the principal. The other letter must be written from one of the student’s English, math, or science teachers. The essay must address the topic; “Why is Education Important to Me?” To learn more about these scholarships, just conduct a free, college scholarship search at www.scholarships.com.”  

Julianne Malveaux Scholarship: This black women scholarship program is for college sophomores and juniors who are majoring in journalism, economics, or a related field. The $1,000 scholarship program is open to US citizen African American women enrolled in an accredited college or university and have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher (4.0 scale). Scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis. Candidates must submit the official application form, along with two letters of recommendation, an essay, and an official college transcript. The essay must explain how the applicant’s career plans are relevant to the scholarship program’s theme, which is “Black Women’s Hands Can Rock the World.” One letter of recommendation must be from one of the student’s professors or academic advisor. The other letter must be from an NANBPWC member.   Essence Scholars Program
For 35 years, ESSENCE has been the only magazine dedicated to reflecting Black women and their lives. That mission has not changed. It has, however, evolved along with the women for whom the magazine exists. Today’s ESSENCE speaks to a reader who is defined not by her age or income by her mind-set. Rather than addressing her as a woman with one interest, one style, and one perspective – we see her and speak to her as multidimensional. Time Warner Inc. acquired full ownership of ESSENCE Communications in 2005. ESSENCE and Time Warner share a commitment to serve the public, enrich people’s lives and strengthen communities around the world. ESSENCE, with the support of Time Warner and in partnership with UNCF, is proud to sponsor 5 scholarships to benefit African American women attending one of the UNCF member institutions, Hampton or Howard.     Jeanette Rankin Foundation Grants for Low-Income Women, which offers scholarships for black women who live in high-poverty areas, over 35 years of age, and demonstrate a vision that will change society:   http://www.ohfa.org/oldpages/Rental/rankin.pdf       African American Women in Computer Science Scholarships AAWCS is offering scholarship opportunities for African-American women enrolling in Computer and Information Sciences (CIS), Computer Engineering, or Mathematics at Florida A&M University.  For more information or to apply, click here.  

National Hook-up of Black Women, Inc. [Scholarships]

There are two categories of awards:

• The Dr. Arnita Young Boswell Scholarship is awarded to African American freshman, sophomore, junior or senior students enrolled in an accredited college or university. The eligibility requirements are outlined in the current annual application.A minimum of $1,000 will be granted per award. Students must apply annually.
• The Dr. Wynetta A. Frazier “Sister to Sister” Scholarship is awarded to mature African American women (at least twenty-five years of age and older) who are returning to college without the support of a spouse. These candidates may have dropped out of college to seek employment or care for their children. The eligibility requirements are outlined in the current annual application.A minimum of two (2) $500.00 awards will be made annually based on competition, as outlined in the annual application.

Black Women in Sisterhood for Action (BISA) Scholarship For the past 27 years, BISA has been operating a successful scholarship program targeted for inner-city and financially needy young black high school women to attend colleges and universities across America. First criterion for selection is financial need, second, they demonstrate potential for academic growth and leadership and third, they are able to provide some clues about their career goals. BISA’s scholarship assistance program is clearly targeted for disenfranchised and economically disadvantaged young black women. Many of our young scholars (age 17 to 20 years old) are already parents.

BISA’s supportive services (hands-on-approach) are provided for each student over the entire two or four years of undergraduate study. These Services include: financial support, books, transportation, tutoring, mentoring, counseling (students and parents), networking among distinguished black women, on-site-visits, BISA’s books and calendars of distinguished black women, and monthly contacts by assigned BISA member. Each student is provided a (1) 800 number for easy access to BISA. In 1995, BISA joined the Combined Federal Campaign and expanded its scholarship program to serve residents by initiating resident-partnership programs on campuses at Historically Black Colleges and Universities. BISA currently administers a $190,000 National Scholarship Program that helps to support 40 to 50 eligible students over a four-year time span. Students of the Washington, DC area are enrolled in the following colleges and universities: University of Maryland (College Park), North Carolina Central, Virginia State, Bennett College, Penn State, and Temple University.

Students in the following states are enrolled in colleges and universities as listed:

BISA continues to develop and implement the national scholarship program for financially needy and inner-city young black women. To ensure that supportive services are seamless, each of the college presidents at the partnership institutions has assigned a liaison to be a contact for BISA’s students. The liaisons update BISA about progress, grades, and participate in an annual teleconference addressing each student. A BISA member is also assigned to each student. These services are free to the students. BISA’s literature is also provided free to college liaisons, libraries, presidents, and distinguished women.     The Black Women in Sport Foundation offers scholarships to currently matriculating college/university students:  

• The Madeline Kountze Dugger-Kelly Scholarship is a $1000 award for a Graduate Student.

• The Angela Murphy Scholarship is a $500 award for a High School Student.

• The Bernice Anastasia Ximines Smith Scholarship is a $1000 award for an Undergraduate Student.

• The Black Women In Sport Foundation “Future Leader” Scholarship is a $1000 award for an Undergraduate Student.

Business and Professional Women’s Foundation, a mentoring program, is also available for young Black women:

Business and Professional
Women’s Foundation
2012 Massachusetts Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20036
Business and Professional Women’s
Scholarship for Black Women
Tel: (202) 296-9118
Eligible Inst.: US schools

Other sources for scholarships:    

1. UNCF Merck Science Initiative
2. The Ron Brown Scholar Program
3. American Institute of Certified Public Accountants Scholarships for Minority Accounting Students and Fellowships for Minority Doctoral Students
4. Gates Millennium Scholarships for under-represented minorities in the disciplines of education, engineering, library science, mathematics, public health, and the sciences
5. Xerox Technical Minority Scholarship Program
6. National Assoc. of Black Journalists Scholarships
7. Thurgood Marshall Scholarship Fund
8. General Motors Minority Engineering and Science Scholarship
9. Microsoft General Scholarships, Women’s Scholarships, Underrepresented Minority Scholarships, and Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
10. Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality Opportunities for Minority Students in Health Services Research
11. The Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarships/
12. American Political Science Association Minority Programs – Fellowships, Summer Institute, Recruitment Project, Mentoring Initiatives
13. American Geological Institute Minority Geoscience Student Scholarships
14. Boeing Undergraduate Scholarships for historically black colleges and minority institutions
15. US Air Force ROTC Minority Scholarships at HBCUs and HSIs
16. Congressional BLack Caucus Foundation Scholarships
17. Jacki Tuckfield Memorial Graduate Business Scholarship (for AA students in South Florida)
18. Development Fund for Black Students in Science and Technology Scholarships
19. Actuarial Scholarships for Minority Students
20. The Siemens Teacher Scholarship initiative – encourages minority students to consider careers teaching math and science.
21. HP Scholars – a scholarship opportunity for minority students interested in engineering
22. National Action Council for Minorities in Engineering Scholarships
23. National Black MBA Association’s Scholarship Programs
24. National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) Scholarships
25. The Association of Black Women Physicians: Rebecca Lee, M.D. Scholarship Awards – provides assistance to women medical students who are residents of Southern California or enrolled in Southern California medical schools
26. APS Scholarship for Minority Undergraduate Physics Majors
27. American Chemical Society Scholars Program - Scholarships for underrepresented minority college students with financial need

More Resources

1. 25 Scholarship Gateways from Black Excel http://www.blackexcel.org/25scholarships.htm
2. Scholarship & Financial Aid Help http://www.blackexcel.org/fin-sch.htm
3. FAFSA On The Web (Your Key Aid Form & Info) http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/
4. Aid & Resources For Re-Entry Students
5. Guaranteed Scholarships http://www.guaranteed-scholarships.com/
6. SIT Study Abroad: Undergrad Field Study Around the World – Scholarships and Financial Aid
7. INROADS internships http://www.inroads.org/
8. Black Alliance for Educational Options Scholarship Resource List
9. ScienceNet Scholarship Listing
10. American Psychological Association Minority Fellowship Program
11. RHODES SCHOLARSHIPS AT OXFORD http://www.rhodesscholar.org/info.html
12. FinAid: The Smart Students Guide to Financial Aid (scholarships) http://www.finaid.org/
13. CollegeNet’s Scholarship Database http://mach25.collegenet.com/cgi-bin/M25/index
14. AFLCIO Union Plus Scholarship Database
15. International Financial Aid and College Scholarship Search – IEFA is the premier resource for financial aid, college scholarship and grant information for US and international students wishing to study abroad.
16. College Board Scholarship Search
17. Burger King Scholarship Program – awards assist students who work part-time and excel academically
18. Sports Scholarships and Internships http://www.ncaa.org/about/scholarships.html
19. Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation
20. Holocaust Remembrance Scholarships
21. Student Inventors Scholarships
22. Maryland Artists Equity Foundation Visual Arts Scholarships
23. USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service Scholarships

This article on Scholarships for African American Women is taken from: http://kathmanduk2.wordpress.com/2009/04/28/scholarships-for-black-women/

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