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Minority Cosmetic Science Scholarship

Funded by
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Curly Hair Crisis
$5,150
1 winner$5,150
Awarded
Application Deadline
Apr 15, 2024
Winners Announced
May 15, 2024
Education Level
High School, Undergraduate
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Eligibility Requirements
Education Level:
High school or undergraduate
Race/Ethnicity:
BIPOC
Career Field:
Cosmetic science or natural cosmetology
Education Level:
Race/Ethnicity:
Career Field:
High school or undergraduate
BIPOC
Cosmetic science or natural cosmetology

The beauty line Curly Hair Crisis puts a focus on supporting minorities in the field of cosmetic science and wants to encourage the next generation to pursue their goals and find solutions to unique cosmetic problems.

There are many ways to contribute to the skin, hair, and nail cosmetic field, such as research related to fields of chemistry, biochemistry, herbalism, botany, anthropology, microbiology, and more. The Minority Cosmetic Science Scholarship seeks to encourage minorities to get more involved with this field and contribute to the world of cosmetic science.

BIPOC high school and undergraduate students are eligible to apply if they are pursuing a career in natural cosmetology or cosmetic science via majors such as cosmetology, anthropology, botany, chemistry, biochemistry, herbalism, microbiology, and more. To apply, write about yourself and how you plan to make an impact on the hair, skin, and nail industry.

Selection Criteria:
Essay, Passion, Dedication
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1 winner$5,150
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Application Deadline
Apr 15, 2024
Winners Announced
May 15, 2024
Education Level
High School, Undergraduate
1
Contribution
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Essay Topic

Tell us about yourself and how you plan to impact the hair, skin, and nail industry through your career.

400–600 words

Winners and Finalists

May 2024

Winners
YaAsantewa Mustapha
Indiana University-Northwest
Gary, IN
Finalists
Precious Wells
The Salon Professional Academy-Washington DC
Alexandria, VA
Jaylah May Israel
Gloucester County Institute of Technology
Monroe, NJ

Winning Application

YaAsantewa Mustapha
Indiana University-NorthwestGary, IN

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When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is Apr 15, 2024. Winners will be announced on May 15, 2024.

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What is the scholarship award?

Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.

When will the scholarship winner be chosen? How will they be notified?

The winner will be publicly announced on May 15, 2024. 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.

How will the scholarship award be paid?

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.

How will my scholarship application be verified?

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