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Scholarships for Students of Color - Underrepresented Populations - 1st Generation College Students

The best source for merit-based scholarship money will be through the college or university where you plan to attend. However, there are also private scholarships awarded by community groups, individuals, and foundations. Information and applications for these scholarships arrive on a rolling basis and are posted here. Seniors interested in scholarship opportunities should check this website frequently.

Students who match the criteria outlined by the organization are encouraged to apply. Applications for many scholarships are available online. Click on the links below. If there is not a web link, a paper application may be available in the College & Career Center. Students are reminded to observe deadlines. If a counselor recommendation is required, the completed application must be submitted to your counselor at least one week prior to the deadline.

Scholarships

Scholarships and Resources for Hispanic and LatinX Students: https://www.edumed.org/financial-aid/hispanic-latinx-scholarships-resources/

Alpha Phi Alpha, Inc GAMMA LAMBDA EDUCATION FOUNDATION. Closed for 2022 Gamma Lambda Education Foundation Scholarship info and application

American Indian Indian Graduate Fund - Scholarship Information Applicants must complete the Tribal Eligibility Certificate (PDF)

American Indian College Fund -  www.collegefund.org

Asian and Pacific Islanders American Scholarship Fund - www.apiasf.org

Association on American Indian Affairs - www.indian-affairs.org

Black Scholarships.org  https://www.blackscholarships.org/

Call Sam, Sam Bernstein Law Firm Scholarship: https://callsam.com/public-service/scholarship/

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Scholarship: Scholarship Detail Flyer Deadline: Feb 1, 2022

Gates Millennium Scholars Foundation http://www.gmsp.org/

Herbert Lehman Education Fund https://naacp-ldf.smapply.io/prog/herbert_lehman_education_fund/ deadline 4/1/22

Hispanic Scholarship Fund http://www.hsf.net/

HBCU Scholarship Link:  https://www.affordablecollegesonline.org/college-resource-center/hbcu-scholarships/

INROADS Internships http://www.inroads.org/ (internship with financial awards)

Jackie Robinson Foundation: https://www.jackierobinson.org/apply

Lagrant Foundation Scholarships (for undergraduates in advertising, PR, etc.): http://www.lagrantfoundation.org/

NAACP’s “ACT-SO” Scholarships https://naacp.org/naacp-scholarships/

Actuarial Scholarships for Minority Students - https://www.beanactuary.org/diversity-programs/scholarships/  Has not opened for 2021-2022

Impact Scholarship for Black Students, Impact Scholarship details Has not opened for 2021-2022

Black Alliance for Educational Options Scholarships https://www.theclassroom.com/black-alliance-for-educational-options-scholarships-13591962.html

Black Excel’s 25 Scholarship Gateways http://www.blackexcel.org/25scholarships.htm

Boulé Foundation Scholarship. Administered by the United Negro College Fund.  Scholarship Information and application link

Council for Asian Pacific Americans https://capa-mi.org/category/news/scholarships/

The Donovan Xavier Baker Scholarship is offered to African American males who will be attending a postsecondary institution in the Fall of 2019, and complete an application including an essay. Award is $2500. App may be found at www.thedonovanxavierbakerscholarshipfund.com. Deadline to apply by mail is April 1, 2021.

Jack and Jill of America Inc, Oakland County Chapter Scholarship, Jack and Jill Scholarship application

Kappa Scholarship Southfield Chapter. Kappa Foundation Scholarship Application More information regarding the Southfield Kappa Foundation can be found at: www.theskf.org.

Lulac Scholarship Funds http://www.lulac.org/programs/education

McDonald's HACER Scholarship Deadline is Feb. 7, 2022 For students that have at least one parent of Hispanic heritage

Microsoft Scholarship Program http://careers.microsoft.com/careers/en/us/collegescholarship.aspx

Minority Scholarships http://collegelists.pbworks.com/

National Assoc. of Black Journalists Scholarships (NABJ) NABJ Scholarships (multiple)

NCAA Sports Scholarships http://www.ncaa.org/wps/wcm/connect/public/NCAA/Academics/Undergraduate+Scholarships

RHODES SCHOLARSHIPS AT OXFORD http://www.rhodesscholar.org/info.html

2022 Ronald Brown Scholar Application form Mail-in application! Allow for postal time. Deadline in their offices is Jan. 9, 2022.

Roothbert Scholarship Fund Roothbert Fund Scholarships (Opens Nov. 1, 2021)

The 2022 Rosa Parks Scholarships ($2,000) application is now available on our web site:   rosaparksscholarship.org OR  https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/6530278/Rosa-Park-Application-2022-copy Deadline is March 1, 2022. Scholarship winners will be announced in mid-May.

Saul T. Wilson Scholarships (Veterinary) https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/banner/careers/SA_Students

Siemens Westinghouse Competition http://www.siemens-foundation.org/

Sallie Mae - Thurgood Marshall "Completing the Dream" Scholars https://www.salliemae.com/landing/completing-the-dream/

Student Inventors Scholarships http://www.invent.org/collegiate

Student Video Scholarships http://www.christophers.org/vidcon2k.html

United Negro College Fund http://www.uncf.org

Xerox Scholarships for Students application guidelines to apply