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UNCF General Scholarship

Award Amount
Up to $5,000
Deadline
Varies
Renewable
Yes
About This Scholarship

The United Negro College Fund provides scholarships to African American students attending historically Black colleges and universities. UNCF is the nation's largest minority education organization.

Eligibility Requirements

African American students attending UNCF member institutions

HBCU ONLYApplicants must be attending or planning to attend an HBCU

About the United Negro College Fund (UNCF)

The UNCF General Scholarship is a Up to $5,000, renewable hbcu scholarship offered by United Negro College Fund (UNCF) to support Black students investing in higher education. This award is exclusively for students attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), directly advancing the mission of these institutions to deliver quality education to Black learners.

African American students attending UNCF member institutions Because this award is renewable, recipients who maintain eligibility can receive Up to $5,000 each year rather than a one-time payment — making it among the higher long-term value scholarships in this category.

The UNCF General Scholarship application deadline is Varies. Applicants should submit through the official portal at United Negro College Fund (UNCF) and prepare documentation including academic transcripts, letters of recommendation, and any required personal statements well in advance of the deadline. This scholarship is listed on BlackCollegeScholarships.com as part of a directory of 110+ awards for Black students — all free to browse and apply to directly.

UNCF General Scholarship — Common Questions

What is the UNCF General Scholarship?

The UNCF General Scholarship is a Up to $5,000 scholarship offered by United Negro College Fund (UNCF), renewable for continued academic achievement. It is a hbcu scholarship available to students attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The application deadline is Varies.

Who is eligible for the UNCF General Scholarship?

African American students attending UNCF member institutions Applicants must be attending or planning to attend an HBCU. Review all requirements on the official application page before applying.

How do I apply for the UNCF General Scholarship?

To apply for the UNCF General Scholarship, click the "Apply Now" button on this page — you will be directed to the official application at United Negro College Fund (UNCF). The deadline is Varies. Prepare all required documents in advance, including transcripts, letters of recommendation, and any required essays. BlackCollegeScholarships.com does not process applications and links directly to the sponsoring organization.