Formerly known as the American Association of University Women, the AAUW offers scholarships for minority females, including African American women. Typically, business administration and law are fields where the population of female students is very low. This grant encourages participation in such a field, but is not limited specifically. Applicants should inquire during their final year of graduate study. The award amount is between $5000 and $12000.
AAUW Educational Foundation, Dept. 60
2201 N. Dodge St.
Iowa City, IA 52243
319- 337-1716
aauw.org
Lydia Donaldson Tutt-Jones was an avid supporter of public education who got teachers from around the country to teach in a specifically undereducated part of Florida where she lived. In her memory, this grant foundation awards $3000 to a graduate student willing to complete a year-long research project. Areas of study for eligible students include Psychology, Education, Sociology, African American Studies.
Cynthia Wilson, Ph.D., Chairperson
Grant Selection Committee
African American Success Foundation, Inc.
7027 West Broward Boulevard, #313
Fort Lauderdale, Fl 33317
Graduate students pursuing degrees in religion, theological studies, or religious studies are eligible for this fellowship geared toward increasing the diversity of Christian scholars. Getting African American professors into Christian theology programs is an important goal for the Church in maintaining a wide cultural presence for all sorts of students. The maximum amount is $18,000.
The Fund for Theological Education
825 Houston Mill Road, Ste. 100
Atlanta, GA, 30329-4211
404- 727-1450
thefund.org/
The SLA, or Special Libraries Association, offers a grant of $6000 to up to three minority students who are looking to obtain a master's degree in librarianship. The SLA gives preference to its own members and students who have experience working in a special library. A special library is one that is different from a public or school library, such as a library that might serve the information needs of a particular company or association. To apply for this or any other scholarship from the SLA, use the online application software available through the reference link below.