HBCU STEAM Ready Scholarship

Established in 2020 and now in its sixth year, our scholarship program empowers girls from DC's public and charter schools to pursue STEAM majors at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). With a focus on fostering future leaders, we've awarded over $15,500 to deserving recipients attending institutions like Howard University, Spelman College, and Hampton University. Our commitment to bridging the education gap and supporting girls in STEAM disciplines remains unwavering.

Our HBCU STEAM Ready Scholarship aims to improve the lives of young women in Washington, DC through the promotion of science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and the arts. Recipients majoring in the STEAM field will be awarded scholarship funds to support their education at an HBCU institution. Please see the application criteria listed below before completing the application. Completed application due by 11:59 pm (EST) Tuesday, March 31, 2026. No applications will be accepted after the deadline.

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Are You Eligible?

    • Applicant must be a woman, who is a 12th grade student, currently enrolled in a District of  Columbia High School.

    • Applicant must be a resident of the District of Columbia.

    • Applicant must have declared a college major in science, technology, engineering, fine arts, or math (STEAM).

    • Applicant must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and must be in good academic standing with their high school. 

  • HBCU STEAM Ready Scholarship Application Opens | February 11, 2026

    Application Deadline | March 31, 2026

    Recipients Announced | Early May 2026

    **All dates are subject to change.
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NCBWDC Scholarship Application Checklist

The following is a checklist to assist you in submitting your complete application.

  • A letter of recommendation from a teacher or your school’s guidance counselor.

  • A copy of your resume.

  • A copy of your acceptance letter from the HBCU of choice.

  • A copy of your current high school transcript.

  • Applicants must complete both short essays for scholarship consideration and upload all required documentation. Incomplete applications will not be considered.