Development Fund for Black Students in Science and Technology Scholarships
Development Fund for Black Students in Science and Technology · Free to apply
Award
$3,000/yr
$3,000 per year · Renewable in later years
Free to apply. Legitimate scholarships never charge a fee. We use your student's information only to build their plan.
- Closes
- June 15, 2027
- closes in 215 days
- Essay
- Yes
- Recommendations
- None
- Need-based
- No
- Merit-based
- No
- Time to apply
- ~3 hrs
Rules read against the official award page. Confirm on the provider's site before applying.
Requirements
Who can apply for the Development Fund for Black Students in Science and Technology Scholarships, as the official award page states them. Your student must meet each one.
- Open to high school seniors and current college students
- Open to U.S. citizens or permanent residents (green card)
To apply
- An essay.
- Must be African-American.
- Must be majoring or intending to major in a technical or scientific discipline such as engineering, math, or science.
- Must be enrolled or intend to enroll at one of the listed partner HBCUs.
Good to know
- The annual deadline is June 15th; the year 2027 represents the next upcoming cycle after the current date.
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About the scholarship
This scholarship supports African American undergraduate and incoming students majoring in technical and scientific fields at select HBCUs. Awards provide up to $3,000 annually and can be renewed for up to four years. Candidates must obtain applications directly from participating partner institutions and be selected based on academics, financial need, and personal essays.
How to apply
Through the college's own application
- 1Contact the science or engineering department at one of the listed participating HBCUs to obtain an application.
- 2Complete the scholarship application along with a personal essay and recommendations from teachers or counselors.
- 3Have the participating school pre-screen and submit your completed application materials by June 15th.
From the sponsor's page, which is always the final word.
How the winners are chosen
The sponsor picks the winners from the students who apply. Most sponsors do not publish how many students apply.
- Time to apply
- ~3 hrs of work
Deadline and application cycle
The current deadline is June 15, 2027. This award runs on an annual cycle, with deadlines around June 15 each year. Applications typically open in April.
- Applications open
- April 2027
- Applications close
- June 15, 2027
Free to apply. Legitimate scholarships never charge a fee. We use your student's information only to build their plan.
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Common questions about the Development Fund for Black Students in Science and Technology Scholarships
How much is the Development Fund for Black Students in Science and Technology Scholarships worth?
The Development Fund for Black Students in Science and Technology Scholarships awards $3,000 per year and is renewable in later years.
When is the Development Fund for Black Students in Science and Technology Scholarships deadline?
The current deadline is June 15, 2027. This award runs on an annual cycle, with deadlines around June 15 each year. Applications typically open in April.
When do Development Fund for Black Students in Science and Technology Scholarships applications open?
Applications typically open in April, and close June 15, 2027.
Who is eligible for the Development Fund for Black Students in Science and Technology Scholarships?
Key requirements: Open to high school seniors and current college students; Open to U.S. citizens or permanent residents (green card).
Does the Development Fund for Black Students in Science and Technology Scholarships require an essay?
Yes. The application requires an essay. Expect to spend about 3 hours on it.
How hard is it to win the Development Fund for Black Students in Science and Technology Scholarships?
The sponsor picks the winners from the students who apply. What limits who can enter: an essay is required, which filters out casual applicants. Plan on about 3 hrs of work.
Is the Development Fund for Black Students in Science and Technology Scholarships free to apply?
Yes. The Development Fund for Black Students in Science and Technology Scholarships is free to apply. Legitimate scholarships never charge an application fee, and Solyo verifies every listed award against its official page.
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