A business degree is versatile and can open many avenues for the future for entrepreneurial-minded students. From starting a business, working on advertising, or moving up the corporate ladder, a business degree can give students a strong foundation for success in the workforce.
This scholarship aims to support Howard University students who demonstrate entrepreneurial ambition.
Any undergraduate freshman, sophomore, or junior at Howard University with a 3.0 GPA or higher, who is pursuing business or a related degree may apply for this scholarship.
To apply, submit an essay or video telling us how your education will help you make a positive impact in the world, and what you've already done to demonstrate change is possible.
Please upload a video answering the following questions:
How will your education from Howard University prepare you to make a positive impact on the world/in your community?
What have you already done to demonstrate that change is possible?
The application deadline is Aug 1, 2023. Winners will be announced on Sep 1, 2023.
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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 Sep 1, 2023. 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 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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Yes. The terms and conditions for this scholarship can be found here.