For the Culture Scholarship
College costs are on the rise, making higher education inaccessible to many students without significant financial resources. Due to the racial wealth gap, BIPOC students are often in particular need of support in order to pay for college.
While tuition and books are significant expenses, other costs such as dorm materials, transportation, and meals can also pose challenges. Providing assistance to those who need it not only eases the financial strain on students but also celebrates and encourages the rich cultural diversity that strengthens our educational institutions and society as a whole.
This scholarship aims to alleviate the often-overlooked financial burdens of college life so underserved students can achieve their dreams.
Any BIPOC high school senior who has attended and engaged with the annual Diversity University summit and will go to a higher education institution in the upcoming school year may apply for this scholarship opportunity.
To apply, upload a screenshot showing proof of attendance at a Diversity University summit and a picture of yourself in your new institution's merchandise or a graduation photo.
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The application deadline is May 12, 2026. Winners will be announced on Jun 12, 2026.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Jun 12, 2026. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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