Last updated on August 18, 2025
HBCU Scholarships with 2025 Deadlines
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Everett J. Collins, Jr. Music Scholarship
Funded byCollins FamilyAmount
$2,000Deadline
Oct 05, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support students who share Everett’s love for music as they pursue higher education.- Field of Study: Music
- School: Historically Black College or University (HBCU)
- Education Level: Undergraduate
- GPA: 2.3 or higher
1Crowned to Lead HBCU Scholarship
Funded byCrowned to LeadAmount
$2,500Deadline
Oct 07, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to make college more accessible by supporting and celebrating young women of color who are boldly stepping into leadership—both on campus and in their communities.- Education Level: High school senior or college freshman
- Gender: Female-identifying
- School Type: HBCU
- GPA: 2.8 GPA or higher
2Undergraduate Minorities in STEM Scholarship
Funded byLeslie SmithAmount
$800Deadline
Oct 21, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support underrepresented students pursuing STEM degrees at HBCUs who are involved in their communities.- Education Level: Must be an undergraduate student
- Institution Type: Must attend an HBCU
- Major: Must be majoring in a STEM field
- GPA: Must have a 3.0 GPA or higher
- State: MS
3Milan Alexander Memorial Scholarship
Funded byWalter AlexanderAmount
$5,000Deadline
Nov 01, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to support students attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities by reducing the expenses of tuition and books.- Education Level: Four-year undergraduate student
- School Type: HBCU
- GPA: 2.7 or higher
- Major of Interest: Business or Agriculture
4Van's Sisters On Our Shoulders "SOS" Scholarship
Funded bySTERLINGAmount
$2,000Deadline
Nov 14, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to support underserved students who are pursuing careers related to early childhood education.- Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student
- School Type: Historically Black College or University (HBCU)
- Race: African American
- Gender: Female-identifying
- Field of Study: Early childhood education, development, or teaching
5Ann Holiday Memorial Scholarship
Funded byAnwar ArmstrongAmount
$1,550Deadline
Nov 14, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Ann Holiday by supporting students pursuing higher education at HBCUs.- Education Level: Undergraduate student
- School Name: North Carolina A&T State University
6Karen Randall McClain Memorial Scholarship
Funded byTomi Management Enterprises LLCAmount
$500Deadline
Nov 15, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Karen Randall McClain by supporting students attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).- Education Level: Undergraduate sophomore or higher
- School Type: HBCU
- Race: African American
- Educational Background: Graduated from a Pittsburgh Public High School
7Delories Thompson Scholarship
Funded byMarcus ThomasAmount
$1,000Deadline
Dec 16, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to support African American students who are pursuing higher education at Historically Black Colleges and Universities.- Education Level: Undergraduate student
- Race: Black/African American
- Institution Type: HBCU
8Ronald Whitmore Jr. Scholarship
Funded byRonald Whitmore, Jr.Amount
$500Deadline
Dec 22, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to uplift young Black men who have demonstrated academic excellence, leadership potential, and a commitment to their communities.- Education Level: High school senior
- Race: African American
- Gender: Male-identifying
- College Plans: HBCU
- GPA: 3.5 and above
9Mrs. Yvonne L. Moss Scholarship
Funded byMarcus and Veronica LockhartAmount
$2,500Deadline
Mar 01, 2026Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to support students from South Oak Cliff High School as they pursue higher education.- Education Level: High school senior
- State: Texas
10A Heroes Family Scholarship
Funded byFirst Responders Family FoundationAmount
$1,000Deadline
Mar 30, 2026Education Level
AnyAs one small way to help the families of first responders, the A Heroes Family Scholarship exists to provide financial support for a student who has lost a parent/guardian or spouse to an on-duty tragedy of a first responder.- Education Level: High school senior or above
- Background: Lost a parent/guardian or spouse in the line of duty including those in law-enforcement, fire, or military
11Carlos F. Garcia Muentes Scholarship
Funded byThe Pride Resource NetworkAmount
$500Deadline
Only 6 days left!Education Level
AnyIn honor and memory of Carlos Fredy Garcia Muentes, this scholarship will support immigrant students that have a passion for learning and want to create a better life for themselves, their families, and their communities.- Immigration status: First or second-generation immigrant
- Legacy Status: First-generation college student
12Lady Gaga Fan No-Essay Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgAmount
$500Deadline
Only 11 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support fans of Lady Gaga who have been impacted by her music, empowerment, and advocacy!All students are eligible13GUTS- Olivia Rodrigo Fan Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgAmount
$500Deadline
Only 11 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship is perfect for students who have been impacted by Olivia Rodrigo's "Guts" album!All students are eligible14Wicked Fan Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgAmount
$500Deadline
Only 11 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support fans of Wicked who are excited about the new movie adaptation of the story!All students are eligible15Love Island Fan Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgAmount
$500Deadline
Only 10 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to support students who are fans of "Love Island" and are invested in the stories on screen.All students are eligible16HBCU STEM Scholarship
Funded byChrispin RainfordAmount
$7,650Deadline
Jun 20, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support students who have faced challenges in their life so they have the help necessary to succeed in college.- Identity: FGLI (first-generation and low-income)
- GPA: 3.0 or higher
- Field of Study: STEM
- Education Level: Undergraduate
- Current College: HBCU
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner17LPQue Rivalry Scholarship
Funded byLawrence and Perry Barbeque, LLCAmount
$1,450Deadline
May 12, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support students who are preparing to finish out their high school years so they can achieve their academic goals.- Education Level: High school senior
- Location: Warren County School District, North Carolina
- College Plans: North Carolina A&T State University or North Carolina Central University
- School Name: Warren Early College High School or Warren County High School
Scholarship is awarded to
2 winners18Woodbridge VA State Burner's MC College Scholarship
Funded byWoodbridge VA State Burner's MCAmount
$1,000Deadline
Jun 01, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support students who are preparing to graduate from high school and pursue their dreams of higher education.- Education Level: High school senior
- College Plans: Will attend an HBCU
- State: Virginia
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner19SCFU Scholarship for HBCU Business Students
Funded byThe Social Change Fund UnitedAmount
$40,000Deadline
Jun 01, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support Black students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) pursuing business-related degrees.- Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student
- School Type: Historically Black College or University (HBCU)
- Major: Business-related
Scholarship is awarded to
8 winners20Private (PVT) Henry Walker Minority Scholarship
Funded bySteven FranklinAmount
$1,000Deadline
Jun 14, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support students attending HBCUs so they can complete their higher education journeys and achieve their career goals.- Education Level: Undergraduate student
- Race: African American
- School Type: HBCU
- Background: Volunteer experience
- GPA: 2.8 or above
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner21Olivia Wilson Memorial Scholarship
Funded byWilson FamilyAmount
$5,000Deadline
Jun 23, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Olivia Wilson by supporting students who are striving to work in the impactful and fulfilling field of nursing.- Field of Study: Nursing
- Race: African American
- GPA: 3.2 GPA or higher
- Education Level: Undergraduate student
- School: Historically Black College or University
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner22Clark Emerging Leaders Scholarship
Funded byLorenzo ClarkAmount
$1,000Deadline
Jul 07, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to support students in need so they can successfully complete their college degrees and embark on their futures.- GPA: 3.0 GPA or higher
- Education Level: Incoming student to an HBCU or a rising sophomore at an HBCU
- Location: Tarrant or Dallas counties of Texas
- Identity: Underrepresented minority
- Experience: Volunteering and leadership experience
- Field of Study: Business-related degree (management, accounting, finance, etc.)
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner23Byron and Michelle Johnson Scholarship
Funded byMB Social ActionAmount
$500Deadline
Jul 22, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support underserved students as they navigate the world of higher education so they can afford to complete their degrees.- Education Level: High school or undergraduate student at an HBCU
- GPA: 2.5 or higher
- Identity: Underrepresented minority
- State: New Jersey or Pennsylvania
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner24Charles E. Nettles Continued Education Scholarship
Funded byAmoni PerrymanAmount
$500Deadline
Jul 22, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to make higher education more accessible by supporting students who are passionate about expanding their minds.- Institution Type: HBCU
- Future Plans: Continuing education post-grad
- Education Level: Undergraduate Senior or Recent Graduate
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner25Dr. Dumas A. Harshaw & Sharon Harshaw Legacy Scholarship
Funded byThe Harshaw Legacy Scholarship CommitteeAmount
$18,000Deadline
Jul 25, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to honor the lives of Dr. Dumas A. Harshaw, Jr. and Mrs. Sharon Harshaw by supporting African American students in the Wake County Public School System.- Education Level: Undergraduate student
- Race: African American
- GPA: 2.5 or higher
- Background: Graduated from a Wake County Public High School
- School: HBCU in North Carolina
Scholarship is in review26ESOF Academic Scholarship
Funded byESOFAmount
$500Deadline
Aug 01, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support minority students who need monetary support to pursue higher education at a Historically Black College or University (HBCU).- Education Level: High school senior
- Race: African American
- GPA: 3.0 or higher
- Institution of Interest: An HBCU
Scholarship is in review27
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the #1 HBCU in America?
Spelman College and Howard University are typically ranked among the top HBCUs in the nation. According to the U.S. News & World Report, they are ranked as the #1 and #2 HBCU, respectively, in the United States. Spelman is celebrated as the premier institution for black women, while Howard is renowned for its diverse programs and influential graduates, including leaders in politics, arts, and sciences.
Can you get a full ride at an HBCU?
Yes, many HBCUs offer partial and full scholarships to their students, even with limited government funding. Full-ride scholarships, such as Spelman College's Baldwin Richardson Foods Company Scholarship, often reward academic excellence, leadership, or athletic achievement.
What are the advantages of attending an HBCU?
HBCUs provide a supportive community that fosters a sense of belonging and cultural pride for black students. Additionally, their typically lower tuition rates make higher education more affordable, while their excellent programs in STEM, business, arts, and more ensure that students are well-prepared to excel in competitive careers and industries.