NAACP Agnes Jones Jackson Scholarship

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)

Amount variesTypically opens mid-April with a deadline in late May — check naacp.org/find-resources/scholarships-awards-internships/scholarshipsLast verified September 28, 2026

Who can apply: Students already enrolled in college; Black or African American students; U.S. citizens and permanent residents; with demonstrated financial need; 3 GPA or higher.

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The NAACP offers this scholarship to African American undergraduate and graduate students, based on academic achievement, financial need, and community involvement.

What you'll need to apply

  • Minimum GPA 3.0
  • Financial information: Demonstrated financial need
  • Proof of enrollment or acceptance: Full-time at, or accepted to, an accredited U.S. college
  • Under age 25, U.S. citizen or resident
  • NAACP membership required

Requirements can change each cycle. Confirm them on the sponsor's page before you apply.

Eligibility

  • • Demonstrated financial need required
  • • Minimum GPA: 3
  • • Must already be enrolled in college (not open to incoming high school seniors)

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