Aspiring Future Leaders
Scholarship Overview: African American high school senior or undergraduate who has contributed to their community
Application Available: August 31, 2023
Deadline Date: April 30, 2024
Scholarship Details:
Eligibility Requirements:
- African American high school senior or undergraduate
- 3.5 or higher GPA* (Applicant can also be a student who struggled during his/her first 2 years of high school but turned things around and can demonstrate his or her motivation to succeed, hard work, and commitment during the last two years)
- Contributed to his/her community through community service
Application Requirements: There is no formal application to complete, but the requirements listed below must be met in order to be considered for the scholarship.
- High School Transcript
- 3 teacher recommendations
- Resume
- Essay
Please email all items as one file as opposed to sending individual items.
Application Requirements: Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Resume, Transcript
Essay Details:
The essay must include the following content:
1. Why you should be considered for this scholarship
2. Evidence of community service: what you’ve done, dates of service, impact on your community
3. Explanation of how you will continue to serve your community upon graduation from college
**Be sure to address all requirements in your essay. Provide specific examples and details.**
Award Amount: $1,000
Award Details:
Award is between $500-$1,000
Payment is made directly to the student’s college or university.
Scholarship Manager Information:
Contact Name: Marika L White
Contact Email: marikawhite41@gmail.com
Contact Phone Number: 3023000717
Additional Contact & Submission Information:
Application requirements must be saved as one file and emailed to: marikawhte41@gmail.com
Filters:
Eligibility: Community Service, Ethnicity/Race, Minimum GPA/Class Rank
Areas of Study: Open to All, Education & School Supports, Health Professions, Nursing, Pharmaceutical Science
Applicant’s Current Education Level: High School Senior, College Student