Who Can Apply: The UNCF HBCU Educators Scholarship provides a renewable need-based scholarship students classified as Juniors ( 3rd year) during the 2026-2027 academic year with a major in an education discipline, attending a UNCF Member Institution or any other four-year Historically Black College or University (HBCU).
· File a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) with a demonstrated unmet financial need to be verified by the intended or current institution.
· Have a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.50 on a 4.0 scale.
· Junior enrolled full-time in the fall 2026 at any UNCF Member Institution or other HBCU.
· Pursuing a degree in any education major.
Submission:
1. UNCF online program application.
2. Current academic transcript.
3. Essay – Personal Statement of Career Interest.
Deadline: October 29, 2026
Amount: $2,500
Learn More: https://opportunities.uncf.org/s/program-landing-page?id=a2iiM000000XPIzQAO
