There are many scholarships available to men who wish to further their education. While some scholarships are need-based, others are merit-based or awarded for special talents and abilities. Regardless of the type of scholarship, there are usually specific requirements that must be met in order to qualify.
Some organizations that may offer scholarships include:
The National Association of Black Journalists offers several scholarships to black men who wish to pursue a career in journalism.
The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) provides scholarships to male athletes who wish to compete at the collegiate level.
The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) awards scholarships to black men who wish to attend one of its member colleges or universities.
The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) offers scholarships to black men who wish to pursue a higher education.
The National Organization for Men in Nursing (NOMIN) provides scholarships to male students who wish to pursue a career in nursing.
The Society of Men in Nursing (SMIN) also provides scholarships to male students who wish to pursue a career in nursing.
The National Association of Veterans’ Program Administrators (NAVPA) offers scholarships to veterans who wish to pursue a higher education.
The American Legion offers scholarships to members of the organization who wish to pursue a higher education.
The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) offers scholarships to veterans who wish to pursue a higher education.
The Disabled American Veterans (DAV) offer scholarships to disabled veterans who wish to pursue a higher education.
As you can see, there are many scholarships available for men who wish to further their education. These scholarships can provide the necessary financial support to make pursuing a higher education possible. With so many different scholarships available, there is sure to be one that meets your specific needs and qualifications. Here are some additional opportunities!
This scholarship is available for international and U.S. college juniors and seniors who are members of the Alpha Chi Rho fraternity. It is preferred that applicants major in the physical sciences, mathematics, or engineering.
This scholarship is available for international and U.S. college students who are members of the Alpha Chi Rho fraternity and will be returning for one year or more of undergraduate degree work.
This award is available for undergraduate members of Kappa Delta Rho Fraternity. Applicants must have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher and have attained at least sophomore class standing.
African American men between 17 and 25 years of age and planning to enroll at FSCJ for the first time are eligible for this award. Students must have and maintain a grade point average of 2.0 or higher and plan to attend classes on a full-time basis.
This scholarship is available for Eagle Scouts who have an SAT score of 1200 or higher and/or an ACT score of 28 or higher. Applicants must be graduating high school seniors planning to enter college in the year that the scholarship is applied for. Up to $50,000 is awarded. Click here to learn more and apply today!
This award is available to openly gay men from the five-county metropolitan Philadelphia region (Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery or Philadelphia counties) studying anywhere in the U.S., or openly gay men from anywhere in the U.S. who are studying in the five-county metropolitan Philadelphia region.
This scholarship is available for U.S. students who are studying in a certificate or associate’s program for dental hygiene and are professional or student members of ADHA. Students must be an underrepresented minority in the dental hygiene profession (e.g., African Americans, Hispanics, Asians, Native Americans, and males).
This award is available for U.S. men who are members of Zeta Psi fraternity and are currently enrolled in a college or university program. Selection is based on academic merit, financial need and the applicant’s essay response.
This scholarship is available for Eagle Scouts who are graduating high school seniors or current undergraduate students. Students may apply no later than the completion of their junior year of college. Students should have score a minimum 1290 SAT or an ACT score of at least 28. Learn more and apply today!
This award is for Puget Sound area gay men of color who are U.S. citizens and have significant financial need and demonstrate activism in the gay/lesbian community and communities of color.
