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$20,000
Time to complete
Regular:
60-90 min
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20-30min
Requirements
Regular:
Essay
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Pre-written
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The Blacks at Microsoft Scholarship offers a one-time $2,500 or $5,000 renewable scholarship to high school seniors of African descent who plan to attend an accredited 4-year college. To qualify, you must pursue a bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, or one of the following Business programs – Business Administration, Finance, or Marketing and demonstrate a passion for technology. You must also have a minimum 3.0 GPA. To apply, you must write an essay and submit a letter of recommendation.
Essay
Capture your unique story and ambitions, while writing about the required subject matter.
Other
This scholarship requires something a bit different!
Yes! But make sure to read each scholarship application's essay guidelines and requirements, and personalize your essay to each scholarship you apply to. Using the same essay for multiple applications can be a time-saver, but changing just a sentence or two can make a difference!
To increase your chances of getting a scholarship, apply early, follow all application instructions, and write a great scholarship essay (if applicable)! For more help, ask a Mos advisor!
Yes! You can use the same letter for multiple scholarships. Make sure the letter meets each scholarship's requirements, and isn't too specific to one scholarship. Tip: You might have to ask your recommender to change the wording for different applications.
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