Who Can Apply:
- A perfect path is not required. Persistence is what matters. Persistence should be recognized, especially for students whose path to higher education has not been traditional or easy.
- Pursuing a college education can be difficult for anyone, with homework, studying, networking, and other responsibilities posing a significant burden. However, students who are also dealing with other journeys, such as parenthood or employment, must balance all the duties of school with the other tasks in their lives.
- This scholarship aims to support students who are continuing their education while overcoming financial hardship, employment demands, caregiving responsibilities, educational setbacks, or other significant life challenges.
- Any high school senior or undergraduate student from North Carolina or South Carolina who is attending or planning to attend an HBCU may apply for this scholarship opportunity if they demonstrate financial need.
Submission: To apply, tell us about an obstacle you’ve faced, how you responded, what responsibilities you are balancing today, and how an HBCU education will impact your future and that of your family or community. Additionally, upload a letter of recommendation from a professor, advisor, employer, mentor, counselor, or community leader.
Deadline: March 9, 2027
Amount: $500
Learn More: https://bold.org/scholarships/kerry-l-shipman-persistence-scholarship/