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$5,000
Time to complete
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30-60 min
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10-20min
Requirements
Regular:
Essay
With Mos:
Pre-written
Building Better Futures Grant Program
United Negro College FundEducation
Health Education
Teacher Education
Finance
Agriculture
Business (MBA)
Business Administration
Social Sciences
Social Work
Political Science/Government
Public Policy & Administration
Sociology
Economics
Urban Design
Mathematics
Environmental Engineering
Conservation
Environmental Science
Climate Sciences
For Asian students
For Black and/or African American students
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For Native American / American Indian students
For Middle Eastern students
For Pacific Islander students
Seniors
Graduates
Overview
The Building Better Futures Grant Program offers $5,000 to college-graduating seniors enrolled at any UNCF Member Historically Black College or University (HBCU) to assist with their post-graduation career. To qualify, you must have a minimum GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale and be an underrepresented minority student. To apply, you must submit an essay and a reference (optional).
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FAQ
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!
Start by making a list of all your professional experience. This includes any jobs, internships, or volunteer experiences you've had. You can also include impressive achievements like being a part of a club, or winning an award. A standard resume is no more than one page long. Check out this resume guide by Grammarly, and some templates by Canva and Microsoft for reference.
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