Scholarship Infomation
Scholarship Announcement2010-2011 BCU Scholarship Application submissions will open March 15 – and closed April 30. Applicants must apply online at http://stars.cookman.edu/stars/. For information on performing arts awards such as the Band and Concert Chorale, you should contact the Music Department at (386)481-2772. Those interested in Athletic Awards should contact the Athletic Compliance Department at (386) 481-2201.
The Bethune-Cookman University scholarships recognize academic excellence. Their major purpose is to encourage outstanding students and assist them along the path to leadership and service to humanity.
Who Can Apply
Since most scholarship awards are merit awards, many require specific grade point averages as well as proof of financial need. Students may be eligible for more than one scholarship, depending on their achievements and/or financial need. In most cases, the specific requirements are set by the donors who provide the scholarship funds. Many of the scholarships are renewable over four years if students continue to maintain the required grade point average.
When to Apply
2010-2011 BCU Scholarship Application submissions will open March 15 – and closed April 30 every year.
For information on performing arts awards such as the Band and Concert Chorale, you should contact the Music Department at (386)481-2772. Those interested in Athletic Awards should contact the Athletic Compliance Department at (386) 481-2201.
How to Apply
It’s simple and dynamic. Just answer the questions and the Scholarship Tracking and Review System (STARS) will tell you what scholarships you are eligible to apply for. You can submit required documents, references, resumes, thank you letters, transcripts, etc.
Step 1 – Register for STARS account and login
Step 2 – Answer the questions
Step 3 – Select a recommended scholarship
Step 4 – Submit requirements
Step 5 – Submit the application
Once you are awarded financial aid for the year, you will receive confirmation of scholarship application submission within 3 days. You will receive a letter of award or a letter of non-award by July 31 . If you do not submit the FAFSA or the scholarship documents, your application will not be considered.
Scholarship Programs
- BCU Institutional Academic Scholarship
- United Negro College Fund (UNCF) Scholarship
- United Methodist Scholarship & Loan Programs
- Florida Mary McLeod Bethune Scholarship Grant Fund
Other Scholarship Programs
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration – http://www.oesd.noaa.gov/epp_uspa/
- Congressional Black Caucus Scholarship Spouses Application - http://www.house.gov/corrinebrown/cbcfscholarship.shtml
- Riverside National Bank Scholarship Program - http://www.riversidenb.com/contests/scholarship.php
- Summer 2010 - Muslim American Student Scholarships by The Center for Global Understanding
Here is the application link: http://centerforglobalunderstanding.org/pdf/CFGU_Scholarship_Supplement_Summer_2010.pdf
- Student Loan Network - http://www.studentscholarshipsearch.com/
