Scholarships
College Scholarships by Category for 2026
From scholarships for academic achievements to scholarships for minority students, there’s an amazing chance that you’re eligible to apply for a wide variety of these financial awards. So, whether you’re wondering what a scholarship is or what type of college scholarship categories exist, we’ll answer all of your questions so you can potentially save thousands on your higher education.
Application timeline: Varies
North Carolina A&T STEM Excellence Award
Merit-based STEM scholarship from NC A&T’s College of Engineering for high-achieving undergraduates with strong research potential.
The Foray Hurst Firm United Voices Scholarship
On college campuses, there is strength in numbers. History has shown us that students who join together for a worthy cause accomplish great things. At The Foray Hurst Firm, we recognize the value of Black Student Unions in higher education. We have started the United Voices Scholarship to celebrate Black students supporting each other on campus. This $1,000 award can be used to cover various educational expenses, including tuition, room and board, and class materials.
Omega Psi Phi STEM Achievement Scholarship
STEM scholarship from Omega Psi Phi Fraternity supporting HBCU undergraduates and graduate students pursuing science and engineering degrees.
Apple HBCU Scholars Program
Merit-based STEM scholarship from Apple Inc. offering financial support and internship opportunities to HBCU students in computer science and engineering.
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) In Person HBCU Fair, Virtual On-the-Spot Admissions Interviews for high school graduating students:
This free in-person event is held at The Universities at Shady Grove will provide students in Grades 8–12 an opportunity to meet representatives from more than 50 HBCUs. Representatives will share information and answer questions from students and parents about admissions, financial aid, testing, majors and much more. The event will also feature a college preparation workshop for middle school students and parents, a discussion on college life, FAFSA completion assistance, scholarship information and more. This event is co-sponsored by Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) and the Montgomery County Chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP).
HBCUs by the Numbers
$14.8 Billion
134,090 Jobs
25% of African-American
40% of Members of Congress
Among African Americans, HBCU graduates represent
40% of members of Congress
40% of Engineers 50% of Professors of Non-HBCUs 50% of Lawyers 80% of Judges
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