CBC Spouses Education Scholarships

Scholarship Overview: Academically talented and highly motivated African-American or Black students pursuing an undergraduate, graduate, or doctoral degrees in a variety of fields.

Deadline Date: March 27, 2026

Scholarship Details:

Eligibility Requirements:

1. Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
2. Reside or attend an academic institution in a CBC Member’s District
3. Attend (or will attend) an undergraduate, graduate or doctoral degree program full-time at an accredited college or university (graduating high school seniors are eligible to apply)
4. Minimum 2.5 GPA on 4.0 scale
5. Exhibit leadership and be active in community

Application Requirements:

1.  Complete 2-part online application (must be submitted by March 27, 2026,11:59 pm ET)
2. Video Response: Personal Statement – not to exceed 3 minutes
3. 1 Letter of Recommendation
4. Transcript(s) – direct upload required (unofficial transcripts accepted)
5. Resume listing work experience, extracurricular activities, honors, community service and special skills

Visit the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation website for FAQs: https://www.cbcfinc.org/programs/scholarships/

Application Requirements: Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Resume, Transcript, Video

Essay Details:

Video Response: Discuss how you will use your education to bring change in your community.

Award Amount: $20,000

Award Details:

The selected recipients will receive awards ranging from $2,500 – $20,000

Website/URL: https://cbcfinc.academicworks.com/

Scholarship Manager Information:

Contact Email: info@cbcfinc.org
Additional Contact & Submission Information:

Completed application must be submitted by 11:59 pm ET by deadline

Filters:

Eligibility: Community Service, Ethnicity/Race, Minimum GPA/Class Rank, U.S Citizen/Permanent Resident
Areas of Study: Open to All
Applicant’s Current Education Level: High School Senior, College Student
Location Specific: National