Joshua David Gardner Memorial Scholarship

Direct application

$2,000
2 winners

Eligibility

Education level
Undergraduate
Status
US citizen

About this scholarship

U.S. citizens ages 17 to 25 admitted to or enrolled full time at an accredited four-year historically Black college or university with at least a 3.0 GPA may apply for the Joshua David Gardner Memorial Scholarship. There is no major requirement.

At least two one-time awards of $2,000 are given annually for tuition, fees, and books.

Submit official transcripts, three reference letters (including at least one academic reference), and a 500-word essay on an assigned topic about political and social change. Applications are accepted from October 30 through April 30.

Essay question

What else to submit

  • Official academic transcripts
  • Three reference letters, including at least one academic reference
  • 500-word essay on the assigned political and social change topic
  • Completed application form
  • U.S. citizenship, ages 17-25
  • Admission/enrollment at an accredited four-year HBCU in the U.S.
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Official academic transcripts (high school or college)
  • Full-time student pursuing a bachelor's degree
  • Three letters of reference (at least one academic, addressing character, leadership, and academic ability)
  • Completed application form
  • Application window: October 30 - April 30
  • At least two one-time awards are made annually for tuition, fees, and books.