Scholarships for African American Students

Cynthia J. Hickman “Pay It Forward” Nursing Scholarship

Offered by: National Black Nurses Association

NBNA is committed to excellence in education and conducts continuing education programs for nurses and allied health professionals throughout the year.

Scholarship Requirements:

  •  Must be a member of NBNA and a member of a local chapter (if one exists in your area).
  •  Candidate must be currently enrolled in a nursing program (B.S.N., A.D., Diploma or L.P.N. / L.V.N.) and in good scholastic standing at the time of application.
  •  Applicant must have at least one full year of school remaining.
  • Must  involvement in the African American Community, i.e., letters, news clippings, awards, certificates, etc.

 

April 15
Deadlines
$500-$2,000
Award Amount

Dr. Hilda Richards Scholarship

Offered by: National Black Nurses Association

The Dr. Hilda Richards Scholarship is available to students currently enrolled in a nursing program and in good scholastic standing. You must be a member of the National Black Nurses Association and have at least one full year of school remaining to be eligible for this award and Candidates must be currently enrolled in a nursing program (B.S.N., A.D., Diploma or L.P.N./L.V.N.).

April 15
Deadlines
$1,000 - $2,000
Award Amount

Dr. Lauranne Sams Scholarship

Offered by: National Black Nurses Association

This program is open to members of the association who are currently enrolled in a BSN, ADN, diploma, or LPN/LVN program with at least 1 full year of school remaining. Selection is based on participation in student nurse activities, involvement in the Black community, and involvement in community health services-related activities.

April 15
Deadlines
$500-$2000
Award Amount

FNSNA Breakthrough to Nursing Scholarships for Racial/Ethnic Minorities

Offered by: Foundation of the National Student Nurses’ Association

The scholarship is for minority students enrolled in nursing or pre-nursing programs. Applicant must be American Indian/Alaska Native,Asian/Pacific Islander, Black (non- Hispanic) or Hispanic and expected to enroll full or part-time at a two-year or four- year institution or university.

January 14
Deadlines
$1,000 to $2,000
Award Amount

Mayo Foundations Scholarship

Offered by: National Black Nurses Association

Annual award to members of the National Black Nurses' Association and candidates must be currently enrolled in a nursing program (B.S.N., A.D., Diploma or L.P.N./L.V.N.) , they must include completed application, two specific letters of recommendation, a 5-page essay & academic transcript.

April 15
Deadlines
Varies
Award Amount

Rita E. Miller Scholarship

Offered by: National Black Nurses Association

National Black Nurses Association (NBNA) provides annual scholarships for students for continuing education. This funding enables nurses to grow and better contribute their talents to the health and healthcare of our communities.

April 1
Deadlines
Varies
Award Amount

Estelle Massey Osborne Scholarship

Offered by: Nurses’ Educational Funds Organization

Estelle Massey Osborne Scholarship award consists of donations from Freedman's Hospital School of Nursing.  Given annually to an African American Master's degree applicant.

February 1
Deadlines
Varies
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M. Elizabeth Carnegie African American Memorial Award

Offered by: Nurses’ Educational Funds Organization

This scholarship was established in memory of  Dr. M. Elizabeth CarnegieOn her death (2008) Dr. Carnegie left $125,172.06 to NEF to be used explicitly for "black nurses enrolled in doctoral programs.

 

February 1
Deadlines
$2,000
Award Amount

NASA-Glenn Research Center Minority Engineering Scholarship

Offered by: Cleveland State University
Applicants must be incoming African-American or Hispanic descent freshman students admitted directly into the engineering college.
N/A
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CANFIT Scholarships

Offered by: CANFIT
Applicants must be African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian American, Pacific Islander or Latino/Hispanic students enrolled in a California university or culinary arts school. Undergraduate students must be in a nutrition, physical education or culinary arts program. Graduate students must be enrolled in a nutrition, public nutrition, physical education or American Dietetic Association Approved Pre-professional Practice program. Minimum GPA requirement for graduate students is 3.0 and for undergraduates is 2.5.
N/A
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Lambda Chapter Scholarship

Offered by: Kappa Delta Rho Foundation
Applicant must be a member in good standing of Kappa Delta Rho Lambda Chapter with a minimum grade average of "B." Selection is based upon vocational objectives, leadership, and personal statement. Black and white photo of applicant in coat and tie required.
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Dr. David K. McDonogh Scholarship in Ophthalmology/ENT

Offered by: National Medical Fellowships, Inc.
Applicants must be African American, Afro-Latino, or Native American medical students in New York City. Students must demonstrate academic excellence and a dedication to research, leadership and service.
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Clarkson Achievement Award

Offered by: Black Hills State University
Applicant must be a high school graduate who has not previously attended a post-secondary institution. Applicant must be in the upper third of their class and have been admitted to Black Hills State University. Application is made during the senior year of high school. Award amount depends on ACT score.
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Miller Black & Gold Award

Offered by: Fort Hays State University
Applicant must be an incoming first-year student with a minimum composite ACT score of 28.
N/A
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Frank M. and Olive F. Gilman Foundation Scholarship

Offered by: Vermont Student Assistance Corporation (VSAC)
Applicant must be a graduate from one of the following Orange County or Windsor County high schools: Black River, Blue Mountain Union, Chelsea Public, Green Mountain Union, Hartford, Mid Vermont Christian, Oxbow, Randolph Union, Rochester, Sharon, South Royalton, Springfield, Thetford, Whitcomb, Williamstown, Windsor, or Woodstock. Financial need and school/community involvement must be demonstrated.
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Joshua David Gardner Memorial Scholarship

Offered by: Joshua David Gardner Memorial Scholarship Endowment
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen between the ages of 17 and 25 who is admitted to or currently enrolled in an accredited four-year Historically Black College or University as a full-time student. Minimum 3.0 GPA, combined SAT Reasoning score of 1500 (composite ACT score of 23), and 500-word essay on the following topic required: The importance of personal integrity for leaders.
N/A
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Indiana Minority Teacher Scholarship

Offered by: State Student Assistance Commission of Indiana
Applicant must be a black or Hispanic Indiana resident with a minimum 2.0 GPA who agrees to teach in Indiana upon certification. Award may be used at Indiana schools only.
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African American Gospel Music Award

Offered by: State University of New York at Cortland
Applicant must submit a VHS audition tape and demonstrate strength in piano/keyboard, percussion, bass guitar/lead guitar, vocal, and student directorship.
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Predoctoral Fellowships for Historians of American Art to Travel Abroa

Offered by: National Gallery of Art
Applicant must be a doctoral student studying art history and aspects of art and architecture in the United States, including native and pre-Revolutionary America. Fellowship is for a period of four to six weeks of continuous travel abroad in areas such as Africa, Asia, or South America, as well as Europe, to sites of historical and cultural interest, including museums, exhibitions, collections, and monuments.
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COBA Minority/Non-Traditional Scholarship

Offered by: Missouri State University
Applicant must show academic promise and financial need. Preference given to African Americans, Hispanics, and Native Americans.
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