ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS
2023 SCHOLARSHIPS
IMPORTANT DATES
Application Submission Deadline: APRIL 19, 2023
Scholarship Info Sessions March 14
Scholarship Info Sessions March 21
Over $2 million in scholarship awards have been distributed
325 young adults have been able to further their education
"Never be limited by other people's limited imaginations."
- Dr. Mae Jemison, the first Black female astronaut
What We Do
Our mission is to ensure everyone in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area is on the road to self-sufficiency through a variety of innovative programs. As an important and long-standing manifestation of its mission, GWUL and its young professionals' auxiliary, Thursday Network, are committed to awarding education opportunities through scholarships for college-bound students. In conjunction with numerous corporate sponsors, GWUL has facilitated the distribution of $2 million to more than 300 young adults in their higher education initiatives. The Greater Washington Urban League & Thursday Network will award several scholarships to deserving high school scholars and college students, ranging from $1,000 to $8,000 who live or attend school in Washington, D.C., Prince George's County, MD, and Montgomery County, MD.
2023 Scholarship Application
APPLICATION SUBMISSION DEADLINE
APRIL 19, 2023
APPLICATION CHECKLIST
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Completed Application
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Proof of Financial Need via a full copy of Student Aid Report (SAR) or first and second page of IRS Form 1040
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One Written Essay Response
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One Video Essay Response
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Two Letters of Recommendation
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Official Transcript
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Official Copy of SAT or ACT scores (if not provided on transcript)*
*High School Applicants Only
Program Sponsors
