Please be advised, we will begin accepting applications February 1, 2027 in anticipation for the 2027-2028 school year.

Stand Out. Who Are You?

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Eligibility Requirements

  1. Applicants must be students planning to attend or currently enrolled in an HBCU.

  2. A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is required for all students.

  3. Applicants must download and complete the full application for consideration.

    • High school seniors, click here for your application.

    • Currently enrolled, full-time, Undergraduate students , click here for your application.*

    • Currently enrolled, half-time or full-time, Graduate students, click here for your application.**

  4. DISCLAIMER: *This scholarship is for FIRST TIME diploma or degree recipients. If you have a conferred undergraduate degree, you are not eligible for the undergraduate scholarship if pursuing a second undergraduate degree. If you have a conferred graduate degree, you are not eligible for any scholarship.

  5. DISCLAIMER:**Undergraduate seniors must enroll in graduate school in order to apply. Once enrolled, you may submit the graduate students application.

Application Components

All applicants must submit the following:

  1. Scholarship Application Form

  2. Personal Essay

  3. Two Letters of Recommendation

  4. Resume

  5. Academic Transcript

Scholarship Terms and Conditions

Applicants must understand and agree to the scholarship terms and conditions, including maintaining the required GPA and using scholarship funds solely for educational expenses. Educational expenses are defined as: tuition, fees, books, supplies, room and board, transportation, technology, and course-related equipment or fees, and extenuating life circumstances.

Disbursement Policy

Scholarship funds will be disbursed directly to the scholarship recipient via check or direct deposit in two installments:

  • 50% at the start of the fall semester upon proof of enrollment.

  • 50% at the start of the spring semester upon verification of continued eligibility.

For questions or additional information, please contact us at admin@schoolofbee.org.

Apply now and take the next step toward transforming your future and your community through the power of education!