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Ulysses G. Ford III Scholarship

$5,000
Award Amount
Feb 12, 2027
Deadline
3+
Min GPA
Description

The Ulysses G. Ford III Scholarship provides financial assistance for college students from historically underserved populations studying public administration, public policy and social services, political science, urban affairs and studies, or a related field. Special consideration is given to students attending a Historically Black College or University (HBCU). Minimum 3.00 GPA. Resident of the U.S. Graduate student. Seeking a graduate degree. Studying for a degree in public administration, public policy and social services, political science, urban affairs and studies, or a related field. Fulltime student. Historically underserved population. Previous National Forum for Black Public Administrators (NFBPA) recipients are not eligible to apply. Preference is given to students attending 4year HBCUs. NFBPA scholarship amounts range from $2,000 to $10,000, and applicants must be pursuing full-time education at accredited, traditional four-year colleges or universities, particularly those engaged in public service.

Eligible Majors
Public Service / Public Administration
Social Sciences
Application Requirements

Essay

Eligibility
Level of Study

Graduate

Degree Type

Master, Doctoral

Enrollment Status

Full-Time

Financial Need

Not required

Applicant Type

Minority Student

Demographics
Race

African American / Black

School Requirements
School Type

HBCU

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