Who Can Apply:
- BIPOC students often aren’t given the same opportunities to pursue higher education as their peers.
- From financial struggles due to systemic barriers and the racial wealth gap to isolation caused by stigmas and stereotypes, to limited mentors with shared identities, there are many challenges that underrepresented students face that can make it difficult or even impossible to earn a degree.
- This scholarship aims to support talented individuals from BIPOC communities to drive positive change and foster inclusive progress in the workforce.
- This scholarship is open to underrepresented BIPOC high school or undergraduate students who are enrolled at or have been accepted into an accredited college or university, with a preference for students attending HBCUs. Eligible applicants must be pursuing a degree in business, technology, engineering, or medicine, maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0, and demonstrate involvement in community service, extracurricular activities, or work experience.
Submission: To apply, share what inspired you to pursue your field of choice and an experience that solidified your passion.
Deadline: May 1, 2025
Amount: $750
Learn More: https://bold.org/scholarships/lucent-scholarship/