National Coalition of 100 Black Women Baton Rouge Chapter Scholarship

The Metropolitan Baton Rouge Chapter (NCBWMetroBR) of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women Inc. is a diverse group of change agents united through a shared vision to advocate for black women and girls unapologetically. We aim to set a standard of excellence, create a legacy of forward-thinking leaders, and serve our community through leadership, commitment, and service.

Our mission is to improve the lives of Black women and their families by creating programs focusing on family, education, health, and finances. We endeavor to support the community as well as aspiring young Black women by aiding and encouraging them to further their education. This is a Merit-based Scholarship Program.

Our Scholarship Program awards a total of $5,000 annually in the Spring in the following 3 categories:

• High School Senior, Undergraduate, and Graduate Student.

We invite and accept applications from the following:

• High school senior graduating from a high school in Louisiana; accepted to accredited higher learning (2- or 4-year college, university, or technical/vocational school)
• Undergraduate or Graduate student enrolled in accredited higher learning (2- or 4-year college, university, or technical/vocational school)
• All applicants must be currently enrolled in or accepted into an undergraduate or graduate program and should have at least (2) semesters remaining before finishing their studies. They must also show evidence of the following:
  • GPA 2.75 on 4.0 scale
  • Evidence and letter documenting community-based service
• Special consideration may be given to those students who have participated in or worked on an NCBWMetroBR-related activity or event. The order of preference is as follows:
  • Involvement or participation in Mentorship or other NCBWMetroBR program
  • Louisiana High School Graduate of East Baton Rouge Parish or surrounding area / Attending HBCU or other college/university in Baton Rouge or surrounding area
  • Current HBCU Undergraduate or Graduate student
  • Louisiana-based High School graduate, Undergraduate, or Graduate student

Scholarship applicants must submit the following information to the NCBWMetroBR Chapter of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women Inc. on or before the specified due date:  

• A completed online application. Incomplete applications will not be considered, no exceptions.
• An official transcript of grades submitted with completed application.
• Letters of Recommendation & Service (2 separate and distinct letters on appropriate letterhead and uploaded on the website)
  • High School Senior: One (1) letter of recommendation (provided by school personnel – teacher, counselor, principal, club advisor, etc.) AND One (1) letter describing service activities and hours of completion (provided by community organization representative, club leader, service project representative, church leader, counselor/teacher, etc.).
  • Undergraduate/Graduate student: One (1) letter of recommendation (provided by university personnel – faculty, instructor, research advisor, program sponsor, academic advisor, club advisor, etc.) AND One (1) letter describing service activities and hours of completion (provided by community organization representative, club leader, service project representative, church leader, counselor/teacher, etc.).
• A typed 250 words or less personal statement detailing why they should receive this award and their plans for the future.
• A personal video describing their commitment to service (accessible link to video)