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Kennard C. Brown Memorial Scholarship

$2,000
4 winners, $500 each
In Review
Application Deadline
Oct 1, 2024
Winners Announced
Nov 1, 2024
Education Level
Undergraduate
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Eligibility Requirements
Education Level:
Undergraduate student
School Type:
HBCU
Race:
African American
GPA:
3.0 or higher
Background:
Community involvement

Kennard Charles Brown was a beloved son, brother, and uncle who passed away in August 2022 from cardiovascular complications. 

Kennard believed in the importance of education, hard work, giving back to one’s community, and building generational wealth for future generations to succeed. Kennard studied electrical engineering at Morgan State University, a Historically Black College/University located in Baltimore, Maryland.

This scholarship aims to honor the life of Kennard C. Brown by supporting students who are attending HBCUs and are committed to uplifting their communities.

Any African American male undergraduate student at an HBCU who has at least a 3.0 GPA may apply for this scholarship if they have overcome obstacles and are involved in their community, but applicants pursuing engineering are preferred.

To apply, tell us about a challenge you have had to overcome, your involvement in your community, and how your education will help improve your community.

Selection Criteria:
Ambition, Drive, Impact
Published May 3, 2024
Essay Topic

Describe a challenge or obstacle you had to overcome in life in order to achieve your goals. Tell us about your involvement with the greater community and how your educational goals will drive change in your community.

400–600 words

FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is Oct 1, 2024. Winners will be announced on Nov 1, 2024.

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