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Full-time rising seniors at accredited four-year HBCUs with a minimum 3.5 GPA, demonstrated leadership and community service, and unmet financial need may apply. Applicants must complete the FAFSA.
UNCF administers two $10,000 scholarships each year (one male and one female recipient) through the 2038-39 academic year. Submit an official transcript verifying GPA and documentation of financial need through FAFSA.
The Frederick Douglass Bicentennial Scholarship Program honors Douglass's legacy by supporting outstanding HBCU students.
The Frederick Douglass Bicentennial Scholarship Program awards $10,000 (2 winners).
The deadline is November 18, 2026. The scholarship is not currently accepting applications; create a free Award Scholar profile to get notified when the next window opens.
Key requirements include: Undergraduate; GPA 3.5+; Third year; Fourth year. Check the full eligibility section above, or create a free Award Scholar profile to have every requirement checked against your profile automatically.
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