Scholarships for Students of Color
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Scholarships for Black & African American Students
Poise Foundation’s Agnes Jones Jackson NAACP Scholarship
Scholarships for Middle Eastern & Arabic Students
AAIF Helen Abbott Community Service Award
The Arab American Institute Foundation’s Helen Abbott Community Service Award recognizes students of Arabic descent who have shown dedication to their community with up to three $1,000 scholarships. Applicants should be high school seniors or currently enrolled undergraduate students, with at least a 3.0 GPA, a resume detailing community service activities, two letters of recommendation, and a 700-word essay describing how their major relates to community service. Completed applications must be turned in by March 1.
Iranian Scholarship Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship
The Iranian Scholarship Foundation is dedicated to helping Iranian American students obtain college degrees. The amount of the award varies from year to year and is generally given to one recipient. Candidates should be of Iranian descent, undergraduate students at or accepted to a four-year university in the U.S., be able to show financial need, maintain a GPA of 3.5 or higher, actively participate in community service, and submit an SAT score of 1250 or greater or ACT score of 27 or greater, if a high school senior. Applicants should submit high school and/or undergraduate transcripts, 2 letters of recommendation (one from a teacher, one from a volunteer organization), completed essay questions, and a copy of IRS form 4506 along with their application. Applications are usually due by June 30.
Scholarships for Asian & Pacific Islander Students
APIA Scholarship
The APIA Scholars organization offers a variety of scholarships, ranging in value from one-time $2,500 scholarships up to $20,000 multi-year prizes. Eligibility requirements include being of Asian or Pacific Islander ethnicity using U.S. Census guidelines, enrollment as an undergraduate student at an accredited university in the fall semester, a GPA of 2.7 or higher (or hold a GED), a completed FAFSA application, and one letter of recommendation. The scholarship is open to legal citizens or permanent residents of the U.S., as well as citizens of the Marshall Islands, the Federated States of Micronesia, and the Republic of Palau. Those who live at or below the poverty level; are the first in their families to attend college; and focus on leadership, community service, and academic achievement will have the strongest advantages. Applications are accepted each year between September and January.
Dingwall Foundation Korean Ancestry Grant
The Dingwall Foundation’s Korean Ancestry Grant aims to support Asian-American students in obtaining undergraduate degrees, with seven awards of up to $10,000, although the amount and number of awards can vary. Qualified applicants must have at least one Asian grandparent, with a preference towards those of Korean heritage, and a minimum GPA of 3.5. Along with the application, candidates must submit a 1,000-word essay supporting their application, two to three letters of recommendation from teachers, an official transcript from their university (or high school, in the event of freshmen applicants), and an academic resume or curriculum vitae. Applications are due by April 1, and any supporting documents sent by mail must be postmarked April 1.
Scholarships for Native American & Alaskan Students
Catching the Dream Scholarship
American Indian College Fund Full Circle Scholarship
The American Indian College Fund’s Full Circle Scholarship aims to help American Indian and Native Alaskan students to obtain degrees, whether undergraduate or graduate, from accredited tribal colleges, private non-profit schools, and public universities. Qualified applicants must be either U.S. citizens or Canadians eligible to attend U.S. schools under the Jay treaty, enrolled in any certificate or degree program at a valid institution, able to prove tribal affiliation, and have at least a 2.0 GPA. The application should include the answers to three essay questions; a professional, digital photo (file size of 1.5 MB or greater); a scan of tribal ID card or Certificate of Indian Blood; and most recent, unofficial college transcript (or high school transcript or GED score, for incoming freshmen). Applications are due by May 31 each year.
Udall Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship
Daughters of the American Revolution American Indian Scholarship
The Daughters of the American Revolution provide this $4,000 scholarship each year to Native Americans of any tribe who are studying for undergraduate or graduate degrees (although undergraduate applicants are preferred). Applicants need to provide proof of American Indian descent, demonstrate financial need, and have a GPA of 3.25 or greater. The application also requires a 1,000-word essay detailing career plans; a copy of the most recent high school or college transcript; financial need information; proof of U.S. citizenship; a list of extracurricular activities, honors, and scholastic achievements; and a 100-word statement about why you are deserving of the scholarship. Applications open August 1 each year, must be turned in by midnight February 15.
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