Malcolm X Scholarship for “Exceptional Courage”

Award Amount
Application deadline
Awarded By:

United Negro College Fund (UNCF)

Number of Awards & Eligibility: varies
In order to qualify, students must meet the following criteria:
  1. Must have a 2.5 GPA or higher.
  2. Must reside in the United States.
  3. Must be an undergraduate.

In order to qualify, students must meet the following criteria:

Description: UNCF / Spike Lee offer the Malcolm X Scholarship for "Exceptional Courage" for undergraduate students, who are enrolled at one of the UNCF Institutions. Learn more and apply today!

Application requirements for the Malcolm X Scholarship for “Exceptional Courage” are:

  • No application requirements for this scholarship
Additional Information: The Malcolm X Scholarship for "Exceptional Courage" is directed towards undergraduate students, who are enrolled at one of the UNCF Institutions. This scholarship was developed by Spike Lee to increase the awareness about the life and contributions of Malcolm X within society. The program will provide scholarship support for students, who have overcome difficult circumstances or challenges in pursuit of their college education. Students can be enrolled in any accredited fields of study at their UNCF institution. Spike Lee was also able to garner support for this scholarship program from Allen Killil, Abkeo Music and Records and other major contributors. The candidates will be required to submit the following documents: On-line Application, Resume, Transcript, Two Essays and Academic Recommendation.

Award Amount: Up to $4,000 per award  The total dollars awarded for this scholarship is $12,000.

Deadline Information:

Deadline for this scholarship is Monday, November 30

Deadline Information:

Deadline for this scholarship is Monday, November 30

Submit by the deadline.
About United Negro College Fund (UNCF):
Contact Information: Girmu Habte, Relationship Manager
Address: 1805 7th St. N.W. Washington, District of Columbia 20001

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