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Scholarship Database
An outside scholarship is any money not awarded by the government (loans) or the schools you were admitted to (financial aid). They are provided by private sector companies, philanthropists or foundations. Outside scholarships are a great way to pay for college because you do not have to pay the funds back like you would with a loan, and there is no cap on the amount of money you can receive; your college may even have to reimburse you because you were awarded more than the cost of school!
Check out this great list of scholarships to apply for before and during college. Many of them are made especially for students of color.
Atlanta Metropolitan Area
$5,000 yearly
Must be a current APS student
Graduating senior
2.0 GPA
National
$5,000 yearly, four consecutive years
Plan to pursue a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, computer information systems, or select business programs
Bernard Harris Math & Science Scholarship
National
$5,000
Evidence of academic achievement in high school, leadership skills or community service in a STEM areas. 3.0 GPA; accepted as a student at a four-year institution of higher education.
National
$20,000 & a laptop with 4-year warranty
Participate in a program-approved college readiness program in grades 11 and 12
2.4 GPA or higher
National
$10,000
Currently working on an inspiring service project or have done so within the past 12 months
Working as an individual to lead their service work.
Congressional Black Caucus Scholarships
National
Amount Varies
Preparing to pursue an undergraduate degree or full-time student; 2.5 GPA; reside/ attend school in a congressional district represented by a CBC member
Louis Stokes Educational Scholarship
National
$30,000 (varies)
Be enrolled or seeking enrollment in a baccalaureate degree program; High school applicants: 2.75/4.00 GPA, 1000 SAT, 21 ACT; College applicants: 3.0/4.0 GPA
National
$5,000
Have a minimum 3.7 GPA on a 4.0 scale
Graduating high school senior in the USA
Plan to enroll in a full time 2 or 4-year university
National
$2,500
Applicants must be enrolled in a degree program in an accredited U.S. institution of higher learning during the academic year following the application date.
Herbert Lehman Education Fund Scholarship
National
$8,000-$10,000
Graduating high school senior, first-year student college, or a student transferring into a four-year college; Combined family income of $65,000 or less; Demonstrated commitment to public service
TMCF Stephen Feinberg Scholarship Fund
National
Up to $8,500
Be Black or of African descent; Be attending an HBCU/PBI during the 2021-2022 academic year. Demonstrate financial need; 2.5 GPA
National
$20,000
High school seniors and currently enrolled undergraduate students attending college within North America. Based on unmet financial need.
The Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship
National
Up to $30,000 over four years
Graduating high school senior; Plan to attend four-year; Show leadership potential and dedication to community service; evidence of financial need; SAT of 1,000/ ACT score of 21
National
$40,000 per year
High school senior; 3.5 GPA; 1200 SAT / 26 ACT; Unmet financial need; Family income up to $95,000
National
$20,000 per year
High school senior; Planning to pursue a US post- secondary school degree
National
$1,000 to $50,000
Recipients are selected based on (GPA), work experience, extracurricular activities and community service.
National
Full four-year scholarship
Primarily A's; SAT 1310/ACT 28; households earning less than $65,000 annually for a typical family of four
The ELC’s Undergraduate Scholarships
National
Amount varies
Scholarships are awarded to students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership skills, and a commitment to community service.
The Posse Foundation
National
Full four-year scholarship
High school senior nominated by their high school or a community-based organization; Demonstrate leadership; Demonstrate academic potential
The Feaster Foundation Scholarship
Atlanta metropolitan area
$500
Enrolled in an Atlanta metropolitan area university or institute; Must have completed at least 1 year of undergraduate courses; 3.2 cumulative GPA; Must be passionate and involved in serving their community
Luther and Mary Ida Vandross Scholarship Program
National
Amount Varies
Enrolled in a 4-year Historically Black College or University (HBCU); 3rd, 4th or 5th year of study; Demonstrate financial need; 2.5 GPA
Creme of Nature’s Legacy of Leadership
National
$5,000
Merit-based; Any undergraduate student, attending an HBCU; Video and Essay; 2.5 GPA or better.
CGCS-Bernard Harris Scholarship Program
Member district of the Council of the Great City Schools
$5,000
High school senior interested in pursuing a bachelor's degree in the STEM fields; Black or Hispanic student; 2.5 GPA or better.