Scholarship Overview:
Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and The Sallie Mae Fund are proud to offer financial assistance to outstanding students attending an accredited post-secondary institution. One Hundred Seventy (170) students completing a two-year, four-year, or trade/vocational certificate/certification program will be selected to receive a gap scholarship of $2,500 for the 2025-2026 academic school year. Selected students must be in good academic standing but at risk of not returning to or graduating/completing due to an outstanding financial need, and/or emergency situation that leads to a financial aid crisis.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Enrolled full-time or part-time at an accredited post-secondary institution or continuous education program
- Two-year Schools
- Four-year Schools
- Vocational/Technical certificate/certification program
- Be an undergraduate senior or graduate student who will complete their degree or program by the end of the Spring 2026 semester (can be either Fall 2025 or Spring 2026)
- Current cumulative grade point average of 2.75 or higher
- Be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident with a valid permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551
- Must be able to demonstrate leadership abilities
- Must be able to demonstrate good moral character in all aspects of your life, including personal, professional, educational, in your community, and online presence
How to Apply:
All applicants must:
Create a 2-minute video responding to the following:
- What unique perspective, passion, or curiosity drives your academic interests? How do you envision it shaping your future as a scholar and leader in your field?
Application Dates:
This application opens June 2, 2025, and closes December 1, 2025 at 11:59 pm EST (Eastern Time).
Additional Information:
The eligible total amount will be funded in one disbursement for the 2025-2026 academic year, based on the conditions outlined in the scholar’s contract.