Scholarship

The Ron Brown Signature Scholarship

Ron Brown Scholar Program
Award USD 40K–40K ≈ €36.8K
Closing date Closed
Location US
For Individuals

About this opportunity

The Ron Brown Scholarship honors the legacy of Ronald H. Brown through a selective scholarship program that advances higher education for community-minded and intellectually gifted African Americans. RBSP competitively awards 20 four-year $40,000 scholarships ($10,000 each year) to the most talented and economically-challenged high school seniors who demonstrate a keen interest in public service, community engagement, business entrepreneurship and global citizenship – the four pillars of the late Ronald H. Brown's mission to uplift people of all races, cultures and ethnicities. Recipients may use the renewable scholarships to attend an accredited four-year college or university of their choice within the United States. Ron Brown scholarships are not limited to any specific field or career objective and may be used to pursue any academic discipline. Since the Program's inception in 1996, 683 students have been designated as Ron Brown Scholars, with a 99% graduation rate and more than 60% attending Ivy League colleges and universities. The program includes a comprehensive application process with multiple rounds of review, interviews, and a final selection by a National Selection Committee. Beyond financial support, scholars receive mentorship, career development opportunities, and access to a robust professional network through the Ron Brown Leaders Network.
48 - 49 mo
20 awards
Renewable (4yr)
4 months (December to April)

Who can apply

Applicant Types

individual

Citizenship

🇺🇸 United States

Residency

🇺🇸 United States

Project Locations

🇺🇸 United States

Region

United States

Priority Groups

racial_minorities, low_income

How to apply

Interview required

Stages

  1. 1 multi_round

Required documents

transcripts · letters_of_recommendation

Review process

Five-round review process including application review by admissions staff and external volunteers, semifinalist virtual interviews via Zoom, finalist interviews in Washington D.C. with National Selection Committee consisting of business professionals, retired executives, educators, and philanthropists.

Additional benefits

  • mentorship
  • networking
  • career_services

Restrictions

  • geographic_restrictions