National Association for the Advancement of Colored People

Albany Branch

2025 SCHOLARSHIP 

​This scholarship is sponsored by the NAACP, Albany Branch. This award is available to an outstanding graduating capital region high school senior of African ancestry entering college with a major in medicine or medical related profession (Example: physical therapy, occupational therapy) or another field of
science.

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SCHOLARSHIP PURPOSE:
The NAACP Albany Scholarship is a direct investment in the future of a Capital Region youth seeking educational achievement, advancement, and success. We believe in the tenant that “The youth are our future” and “A mind is a terrible thing to waste.” This scholarship reflects the guiding principles of the NAACP to support the development of brilliant, skilled, talented, fearless leaders to step boldly into the world.
Up to three $2000 awards will be presented. 

REQUIREMENTS:

• Enrolled in an accredited High School or in an accredited program of higher education

• Minimum GPA of at least 3.0 out of 4.0*

• Must be a member of the Albany Branch of the NAACP. (www.naacpalbanyny.org) ; can join at time of application

• Full requirements listed in the application

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Submission Deadline:

Your application form, essay, and all other requested information must be submitted and postmarked by Friday, June 13, 2025.     

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If you have questions or would like more information, please contact us at 518-275-0673 or albanyNAACP1@gmail.com.

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Return application to:

Albany NAACP

P.O. Box 38205

Albany, N.Y. 12203