Mary McLeod Bethune Scholarship

Name: Mary McLeod Bethune Scholarship (MMB)

Award Amount: Up to $3,000 per academic year.

Information and Eligibility:

The Mary McLeod Bethune Scholarship (MMB) provides financial assistance to Florida students attending one of the four Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in Florida: Bethune-Cookman University, Edward Waters University, Florida A&M University, and Florida Memorial University. This scholarship honors the legacy of Mary McLeod Bethune and supports students with high academic achievement and financial need.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Residency: Must be a Florida resident and U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen.
• Enrollment: Must enroll full-time as an undergraduate student at one of Florida’s HBCUs.
• Academic Achievement:
  • New applicants must have a minimum unweighted GPA of 3.0.
  • Renewal applicants must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Financial Need: Demonstrate financial need as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Selection Criteria:

• High academic achievement and GPA.
• Demonstrated financial need.
• Enrollment in one of Florida’s four HBCUs.

Application Requirements:

• Complete and submit the Florida Financial Aid Application (FFAA).
• File the FAFSA to demonstrate financial need.
• Submit proof of enrollment at one of Florida’s HBCUs.
• Include transcripts showing GPA and academic performance.

Application Timeline:

• Application Opens: October 1
• Application Deadline: April 1

Additional Information:

• The scholarship is renewable for up to eight semesters or until the completion of a bachelor’s degree, whichever comes first.
• Recipients must maintain full-time enrollment and a minimum GPA of 3.0 to retain eligibility.
• Funding is limited, and applicants are encouraged to apply early.

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