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The Shawn Carter Scholarship

The Shawn Carter Scholarship Foundation
Accepting Applications

About the Scholarship

Opens: 4/1/2026
Closes: 4/30/2026

The Shawn Carter Scholarship program supports students who are seeking a degree despite personal setbacks. Students who demonstrate resilience and are determined to make a positive contribution to their local and global communities are welcome to apply.

Award Amount Varies
  • Essay Required: Yes
  • Need-Based: Yes
  • Merit-Based: No
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Requirements
  • Minimum 2.00 GPA
  • Resident of the U.S.
  • Graduating high school senior, graduate, GED recipient, or undergraduate student
  • Seeking a professional certification, associate, or bachelor's degree
  • U.S. citizen or permanent resident
  • Aged 25 or younger
  • Demonstrate financial need

    • Details

    Pursued Degree Level
    Professional Certification, 1-year Certificate, Associate Degree, Bachelor's Degree
    Current Grade
    High School Senior, Community College Freshman, Community College Sophomore, College Freshman, College Sophomore, College Junior, College Senior, 5th Year College Undergraduate, Nth Year College Undergraduate
    Maximum Age
    25
    Location
    • Country: US
    Minimum GPA
    2
    Citizenship Status
    U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident

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