Book Scholarship for HBCU Students

Book Scholarship ( $2000 ) per student

Eligible to undergraduate students attending a Historically Black College or University

In 2021, the average cost for full-time, undergraduate students at a four-year HBCU for books and supplies per year was approximately $1240.00, with students spending the most (average of $1420) at public two-year colleges compared to $1220 per year at private four-year colleges (average of $450-$625 per semester).

When possible, nearly 66% of students will avoid buying course materials due to the steep prices

In 2020, 25% of students indicated they worked extra hours to pay for their books and materials and 11% skipped meals in order to afford books and course materials

In 2020, 19% of students indicated the cost of materials and books directly influenced their decision on what classes to take.