Scholarships
Kappa Alpha Psi Undergraduate Achievement Award
Leadership and achievement award from Kappa Alpha Psi’s Philadelphia Chapter for HBCU undergraduates with a strong record of service and community impact.
Obama Foundation Programs & Scholarships
The Obama Foundation activates people around the world to more powerfully participate, through scholarships, leadership training, and more. There are several opportunities available.
Application timeline: Varies
Dunkin’ Baltimore/Metro DC Regional Scholarship
Applicants to the Dunkin’ Baltimore/Metro DC Regional Scholarship Program must:
Be high school seniors or current undergraduate students who plan to enroll in part-time or full-time undergraduate study at an accredited two-year or four-year college, university, or vocational-technical school for the entire upcoming academic year.
Be high school seniors or undergraduate students who are permanent residents of one of the counties or municipalities listed (can attend school at any location)
Have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or the equivalent) or higher to be eligible.
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
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).
SMYAL LGBTQ Scholarship
Resident of District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia; High school senior or undergraduate student; Seeking a professional certification, associate, or bachelor’s degree LGBTQIA+; Participation in advocacy, community service, extracurricular activities, and leadership; Aged 24 or younger Pursued Degree Level: Professional Certification, 1-year Certificate, Associate Degree, Bachelor’s Degree
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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