Are there scholarships for African American students already in college?

I'm trying to find scholarships for African American students who are already in college. Are there any specific opportunities or resources that cater to students like me trying to finance their ongoing education?

There are scholarships out there for African American students already in college. It's a common misconception that scholarships are primarily for incoming freshmen. In reality, many organizations and institutions offer scholarships for students at different stages of their college careers, including already-enrolled undergraduates and even graduate students.

Here are some possibilities you might consider:

1. United Negro College Fund (UNCF) is a national organization that has been providing scholarships to African American students for decades. Their scholarships have different requirements and are available for all levels of college study. You may find quite a bit of diversity in what's offered so review the requirements for each scholarship carefully.

2. Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) offers several scholarships for African American students. Like UNCF, they have a range of scholarships with varying criteria, so look for the ones most applicable to you.

3. NAACP Agnes Jones Jackson Scholarship is aimed at NAACP members who are under 25, U.S. citizens, and currently enrolled in or accepted to a college or university.

4. The Ron Brown Scholar Program is for African American students, including those already in college. This scholarship is particularly competitive and is aimed at students demonstrating strong academic performance, leadership potential, and commitment to serving their communities.

Remember the importance of looking for scholarships at your school as well. Your college's financial aid office is likely to have information on school-specific or local scholarships that you may qualify for. Finding scholarships often requires a bit of digging, but don't let that discourage you. Good luck with your search!