Together, Sallie Mae© and The Sallie Mae Fund share an enduring vision to make a difference nationally, and in our hometowns, through strategic grantmaking, scholarships, employee giving, and financial literacy programs that help power confidence as students begin their unique journey and ultimately thrive in college, careers, and community. Click here to learn more.

Scholarship Overview

The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and The Sallie Mae Fund are proud to offer financial assistance to forty (40) current outstanding high school seniors who plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited two or four year college, university, or continuous education program. Scholars who are selected will receive a scholarship up to $10,000 for the 2024-2025 academic school year.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Be currently enrolled as a high school senior for the 2023-2024 academic year.
  • Plan to be a full time student during the 2024-2025 academic year.
  • Plan to be enrolled at an accredited post-secondary institution or continuous education program during the 2024-2025 academic year:
    • Two-year Schools
    • Four-year Schools
    • Vocational/Technical certificate/certification program
  • Current cumulative grade point average of 2.75 or higher.
  • Be Pell-Grant eligible
  • Be a U.S. Citizen or legal permanent resident with a valid permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551.
  • Be a diverse candidate. Diverse shall include, but not limited to:
    • Gender
    • Disability
    • Race
    • Ethnicity
    • Belonging to an underserved community
  • Able to demonstrate leadership abilities.
  • 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:

  • Answer the following statement (Video) (Maximum of 2 min):
    • Describe a significant experience in your life in which you achieved a goal or faced a setback. How did it shape your personal growth and perspective; and how will you apply those lessons for success in college and beyond?

 

Application Dates

This application opens March 25, 2024 and closes May 17, 2024 (11:59 pm EST-Eastern Time).

Click the button below to start the scholarship application.