ViacomCBS has partnered with UNCF to bring a wonderful funding program into existence for students. With the generous support of UNCF, ViacomCBS has presented “ViacomCBS Scholarship” that aims to make financial aid available for talented African-American students who are facing monetary issues as they further their education. This is a need-based scholarship that can be availed by rising African American college juniors who exemplify strong leadership abilities and exhibit an interest in media, entertainment, or sports. This scholarship is awarded for the academic year 2021-2022 and will be renewed for one year if the contestants continue to meet the eligibility requirements.
The motive of this program is to recognize the achievements of African-American students and encourage them to keep doing well in their studies by providing them financial assistance. There are many areas out there in which African-American youth has been underrepresented for a long time, and the academic was one of them. This funding program is a kind of opportunity for those students who belong to the African-American community and willing show their talent to the world and remove the financial burden on their families. Moreover, winning this scholarship will add value to students’ resume that will keep them one step ahead from others in the job market in future. So come forward and show what you got to reserve your seat in this program.
ViacomCBS is a reputed global media and entertainment organization generating premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. And UNCF stands for United Negro College Fund and is also known as United Fund that sponsor scholarships for black students and general scholarship funds for 37 private historically Black colleges and universities.
Brief Description
Refer to the table below for further details:
| Organization | ViacomCBS/UNCF |
| Educational Level | Rising college juniors |
| Subjects | All |
| Amount | $4,400 |
| Access mode | Online |
| Number of Awards | 1 |
| City | Any |
| Nationality | Domestic |
| Country | USA |
| Application Deadline | July 12, 2021 |
| Application fees | N/A |
| Requirements | An official or unofficial current academic transcript, one letter of recommendation, one 3-5 minute video, one UNCF release form |
Who is Eligible?
Candidates are required to meet all the requirements given below:
- Applicants must be self-identify as African American/Black/belonging to the African Diaspora, and be a US citizen or permanent resident;
- Candidates must be enrolled as a full-time student for the fall 2021 semester as a college junior at any UNCF member institution or other HBCU;
- Entrants must have a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale;
- Aspirants must have completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and have a demonstrated unmet financial need, as verified by the applicant’s institution.
How to Apply?
Candidates should go to the online portal of UNCF, where they will have to log in or sign in to access the online application form. Students who don’t have an account can register in order to be eligible to fill out the application form. Or they can log in using their Google or Facebook accounts.
Supporting Documents
- An official or unofficial current academic transcript
- One letter of recommendation
- One 3-5 minute video
- One UNCF Release Form
Benefits
The total value of this funding program is $4,400. This funding opportunity will support all qualified students in covering their educational expenses and alleviating their financial burden and their families. This scholarship program is their golden chance to fulfil those educational dreams that they have almost given up on because of monetary issues.
Application Deadline
The application deadline is July 12, 2021. After this date, no application will be considered for this program.
