Byron and Michelle Johnson Scholarship
Historically Black Colleges and Universities offer incredible opportunities for minority students to grow and complete their education in supportive and inclusive spaces.
HBCUs often offer more affordable tuition, yet expenses can still be overwhelming for many students with limited financial resources. Student debt is a great hurdle, especially for students of color who often come from lower-income families or are breaking cycles of poverty. Without a safety net or financial aid, many students are hesitant to take out loans in order to achieve their dreams.
This scholarship seeks to support underserved students as they navigate the world of higher education so they can afford to complete their degrees.
Any underrepresented minority high school or undergraduate student attending an HBCU who has at least a 2.5 GPA and is a New Jersey or Pennsylvania resident may apply for this scholarship opportunity.
To apply, tell us how your experience living in New Jersey or Pennsylvania has affected your views, relationships, and career goals.
How has your experience growing up in New Jersey or Pennsylvania influenced your beliefs, relationships, and career aspirations?
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The application deadline is Dec 1, 2024. Winners will be announced on Dec 30, 2024.
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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 Dec 30, 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.
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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Yes. The terms and conditions for this scholarship can be found here.