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HBCU LegaSeed Scholarship

$500
1 winner$500
Open
Application Deadline
Dec 31, 2024
Winners Announced
Jan 31, 2025
Education Level
Undergraduate
Eligibility Requirements
Education Level:
Undergraduate student
School Type:
HBCU
Race:
African American
Background:
First-generation college student

Individuals growing up in underprivileged environments often do not think that college is an option because of financial constraints or other barriers. 

From enduring physical or verbal abuse to experiencing homelessness to living in an environment where the path toward crime and drugs is more likely than higher education, it can be difficult for students to break the barriers they face. College can be a life-changing opportunity that can break cycles of generational poverty and create a better future.

This scholarship seeks to support students who come from disadvantaged backgrounds but have big dreams of pursuing higher education.

Any African American undergraduate student at an HBCU who is a first-generation college student may apply for this scholarship opportunity.

To apply, tell us how your background has affected you and how you will use your experiences to build a new legacy.

Selection Criteria:
Ambition, Drive, Impact
Published September 24, 2024
Essay Topic

Please explain how your upbringing impacted you and how you will use what you have been through to build a new legacy. 

400–600 words

FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is Dec 31, 2024. Winners will be announced on Jan 31, 2025.