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Valerie Russell Scholarship

United Church of Christ
Accepting Applications

About the Scholarship

Opens: 12/1/2025
Closes: 3/1/2026

The Valerie Russell Scholarship provides financial assistance to African-American laywomen who are members of a United Church of Christ (UCC) congregation demonstrating a commitment to the Church of Christ through ministries. High school seniors, undergraduates seeking a professional certificate, associate, or bachelor's degree are welcome to apply.

Award Amount Varies
  • Essay Required: No
  • Need-Based: No
  • Merit-Based: No
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Requirements
  • Member of United Church of Christ
  • Resident of the U.S. or Canada
  • High school senior or undergraduate student
  • Seeking a professional certification, associate, or bachelor's degree
  • Attending or planning to attend school in the U.S.
  • African American or Black female
  • Participation in church activities, church service, community service, or extracurricular activities

    • 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
    Location
    • Country: CA, US
    Activities
    Church Activities, Church Service, Community Service, Extracurricular Activities
    Affiliations
    United Church of Christ

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