Xavier M. Monroe Heart of Gold Memorial Scholarship
Completing a college degree often requires students to overcome a variety of obstacles.
From the exorbitant costs of tuition and living expenses, the stress of balancing academics with extracurricular activities, and managing personal responsibilities while focusing on school, it can be difficult to stay on track. Underrepresented minority students face even more challenges due to discrimination, lack of community, and systemic barriers.
This scholarship aims to honor the life of Xavier M. Monroe by supporting underrepresented students on their path to higher education.
Any African American high school or undergraduate student may apply for this scholarship, but first-generation applicants are preferred.
To apply, tell us about an obstacle you faced, how it affected you, and what you learned from the experience.
The lessons we take from obstacles we encounter can be fundamental to later success. Recount a time when you faced a challenge, setback, or failure. How did it affect you, and what did you learn from the experience?
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The application deadline is Sep 17, 2025. Winners will be announced on Oct 17, 2025.
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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 Oct 17, 2025. 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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