Citizens Helping Citizens Scholarship

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Essay required

Need-based

Requires video

Overview

The Citizens Helping Citizens Scholarship offers ten awards of up to $5,000 each to high school seniors with financial need. To qualify, you must have a minimum GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale and have a demonstrated, unmet financial need as determined by your college or university. Preference shall be given to students from historically underrepresented and underserved communities who are first-generation to college and/or from low-income backgrounds. To apply, you must submit an online application, a reference, a current transcript, an essay, and a video.

Status

Coming soon

Deadline

🗓 May 13, 2025

Paid to

🏫 Your school

Website

opportunities.uncf.org

What you'll need

Essay

Capture your unique story and ambitions, while writing about the required subject matter.

Video

Showcase your unique qualities by creating a short film on the required subject.

FAQ

How do I increase my chances of getting a scholarship?

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!

The scholarship I'm applying to asks for references. Who should I be putting down?

When choosing a reference, try to select someone who knows you well and can speak to your specific skills and achievements. Teachers, employers, and coaches are all great examples. FYI: you should never put down a family member or friend!

How should I prioritize which scholarships to apply to?

To prioritize your scholarship applications, think about which scholarships you have the best chance of getting (the most specific ones, with more than one winner), the ones due the soonest, and the ones that are awarding the most money.

Tip: We recommend you make a schedule for yourself to follow to stay organized and on track throughout the scholarship application season! You can always ask a Mos advisor for help.

Who should I ask for a letter of recommendation?

Letters of recommendation typically come from teachers, counselors, coaches, leaders in groups you're a part of—basically any person who knows you well and is NOT a family member.