Who Can Apply: Coco Gauff is committed to supporting HBCU student-athletes that are directly bearing the impact of increased tuition prices and balancing being both students and athletes at top universities. Developed in partnership with UNCF, The Coco Gauff Tennis Scholarship was created to provide need-based scholarships of up to $8,500 to students who compete on intercollegiate tennis teams at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (“HBCUs”).
- Has been accepted or is currently enrolled for the 2025-2026 academic year and competes on the intercollegiate tennis team at an HBCU.
- Have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
- Have completed the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) for the 2025-2026 academic year, and have a demonstrated unmet financial aid need, which UNCF will verify with the applicant’s institution.
Submission:
- A current official or unofficial academic transcript.
- A 1-page (350-500 word) statement of career interest.
- (Recommended) A letter from the Tennis Coach, Athletic Director, or other school official confirming that you are on one of the eligible HBCU Intercollegiate tennis team for the 2025-2026 academic year.
Deadline: July 1, 2025
Amount: $8,500
Learn More: https://opportunities.uncf.org/s/program-landing-page?id=a2iVJ00000YuI5MYAV
