James Weldon Johnson Scholarship

James Weldon Johnson Scholarship is sponsored by NAACP. This is a non-renewable scholarship opportunity offered by the NAACP as part of their Inspire Initiatives program.

Each year, we offer need-based and merit scholarships to outstanding and qualified students pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees as part of our Inspire Initiatives program. Through the generosity of our donors, we advance efforts to ensure equity in educational opportunity that prepares students for success in school, work, and life. Our scholarships range in award amount, academic interests, and age.

Whether you are a graduating high school senior or early in your professional career, we are pleased to provide financial opportunities and recognition to assist with collegiate and post-educational endeavors. Please be sure to review individual scholarship eligibility requirements and deadlines.

Be currently enrolled full-time or accepted to an accredited college or university in the U.S. Be a graduating high school senior, undergraduate student, or graduate student for applicable scholarships. Possess a grade point average of 3. 0 or above on a 4.

0 system. Demonstrate interest in a relevant field of study where applicable. For additional information, see the scholarship you are applying for .

Be a member of the NAACP. If you are not a member of the NAACP, join today . Scholarship applications will open on April 13, 2026, and will close on May 22, 2026.

Recipients will be announced in the Summer of 2026. Scholarship Opportunities Agnes Jones Jackson Scholarship Find more information, including guidelines, on the Agnes Jones Jackson Scholarship . Dr. Eliza and Dr. Richard Grier Scholarship Find more information, including guidelines, on the Dr. Eliza and Dr. Richard Grier Scholarship .

Edmund and John H. Kelly Scholarship Find more information, including guidelines, on the Edmund and John H. Kelly Scholarship .

Emanuel and T. Thomas Fortune Scholarship Find more information, including guidelines, on the Emanuel and T. Thomas Fortune Scholarship .

Empowering a Better Tomorrow Scholarship Powered By Walmart The Empowering a Better Tomorrow Scholarship, powered by Walmart, is intended to assist in creating a pathway for those who desire to further their education as they enter back into society. This scholarship will be available to the formerly incarcerated or recently convicted who have completed their sentence.

These scholarships will be awarded to individuals who can exhibit qualities of leadership, commitment to change, and desire to give back to their community. This is a non-renewable scholarship opportunity. Find more information, including guidelines, on the Empowering A Better Tomorrow Scholarship Powered By Walmart .

JAMES WELDON JOHNSON Scholarship Find more information, including guidelines, on the James Weldon Johnson Scholarship . Hubertus W. V.

Willems Scholarship Find more information, including guidelines, on the Hubertus W. V. Willems Scholarship .

The ED DWIGHT SCHOLARSHIP The Ed Dwight Scholarship honors Ed Dwight, a trailblazer in the American space program and an author and sculptor. Ed was the first Black astronaut candidate; the first to enter the program, he completed the training and was fully qualified as an astronaut. This is a non-renewable scholarship opportunity.

Find more information, including guidelines, on the Ed Dwight Scholarship . The NAACP X Society Awards Scholarship The NAACP x Society Awards Scholarship is awarded to students interested in pursuing careers in visual/performing arts, including film, theatre, fashion, photography, graphic design, dance, music, journalism, and mass communications. Scholarships are awarded to those with a GPA of 3.

0 or higher. Find more information, including guidelines, on the NAACP x Society Awards Scholarship . Step by Step Guide to Apply for NAACP Scholarships Ready to apply for an NAACP Scholarship?

Follow these simple steps: Personal and demographic information Name of college you plan to attend ACT/SAT scores (if applicable) List of honors, activities, and volunteer work Create an account and start your application Select the scholarship(s) you're eligible for Complete all required fields and upload documents Review your application carefully Submit before May 22, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET Mikyah M.

- Building Beautiful Futures Scholarship Recipient "My proposed career path is being an orthodontist. When I got my aligners during my senior year of high school, my life changed! I was able to have perfect teeth without the expensive, troubling process of metal braces within a matter of months.

As an orthodontist, my dream is to create beautiful smiles for children, teens, and adults because everyone should feel confident and proud of their own smiles." Shakir B. - Empowering Imagination Scholarship Recipient "The challenge of enhancing my leadership skills absorbs me and has evolved over time because of the education I've received so far.

It is what transforms each of us into better people. Leading by example to continue my education will encourage others in my family and community to better themselves." Jada K.

- GRIT Scholarship Recipient "As I've matured, philosophy has allowed me to retain my childlike curiosity about the world and life. When practicing it, I'm free to question everything and not be haunted by the unknown. Nothing compares to the joy I feel when philosophy provides me a new perspective on life."

Calvin B. - Happy Day Scholarship Recipient "I continuously explore the intersection between political research and computer science because I am interested in how they can unite to positively impact the lives of minorities in urban communities. While being mindful of the bias that technology carries, we can utilize its means for job creation and city innovation."

Nadia D. - Katherine McIntyre Scholarship Recipient "Ever since I discovered theatre I have always been excited about learning. The experiential, the intellectual, and the metaphysical are all combined to create fantastic worlds on the stage.

I earned an undergraduate degree in it, and I'm still diving back in to learn more. The amazing thing about engaging with theatre is that the work is never over. Whether you've been doing it for a year or 50 years, there always something new to discover."

Daniel S. - Creative Sole Scholarship Recipient "I believe the most significant challenge we face now is the very harsh reality of hate and racism that we face in our country. As in recent years, it has become blunter, causing tensions to be high and more.

As well as having the understanding that everyone doesn't have the same opportunities and being able to embrace the diversity that we have in our country. Putting forth and creating programs to help our society as a whole, understanding the harsh history but also working to make things right." You can become a Champion for Change and receive a t-shirt with your monthly gift of $19 a month or more right now.

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