The Alvaro L. Martins Scholarship was created in honor of The Executive Leadership Council’s first President and CEO and noted founding member. The Alvaro L. Martins Scholarship is awarded to ambitious undergraduate Black male students who are enrolled in an accredited four-year college. This scholarship opportunity is open to rising sophomores and juniors.

Scholarship awardees will receive a two-year, need-based scholarship in the amount of $10,000 per year to assist with educational expenses for the upcoming academic year(s). The scholarship will be paid directly to the awardees’ college and will be disbursed in equal amounts for the fall and spring semesters. Scholars will be required to resubmit their transcripts and meet the GPA criteria at the end of the academic year to renew the award for the subsequent academic year(s), if applicable.

Institution Type: Accredited four-year college
Min GPA: 2.7
Fall 2023 Academic Classification: Sophomore or Junior
Major: Open
Award Amount: $10,000/year
Award Length: 2 years

Named for the first woman chair of The Executive Leadership Council and former chairman and CEO of Young & Rubicam Brands, the Ann Fudge Scholarship is awarded to ambitious undergraduate Black female students who are enrolled in an accredited four-year college. This scholarship opportunity is open to rising sophomores and juniors.

Scholarship awardees will receive a two-year, need-based scholarship in the amount of $10,000 per year to assist with educational expenses for the upcoming academic year(s). The scholarship will be paid directly to the awardees’ college and will be disbursed in equal amounts for the fall and spring semesters. Scholars will be required to resubmit their transcripts and meet the GPA criteria at the end of the academic year to renew the award for the subsequent academic year(s), if applicable.

Institution Type: Accredited four-year college
Min GPA: 2.7
Fall 2023 Academic Classification: Sophomore or Junior
Major: Open
Award Amount: $10,000/year
Award Length: 2 years

The Protecting Black Voices Scholarship was created to support students committed to civic responsibility and community engagement. This scholarship is awarded to high-achieving undergraduate Black students enrolled in an accredited four-year college pursuing a degree in history, political science, communications, media, journalism, or related majors. This scholarship opportunity is open to rising sophomores and juniors.

Scholarship awardees will receive a two-year, need-based scholarship in the amount of $10,000 per year to assist with educational expenses for the upcoming academic year(s). The scholarship will be paid directly to the awardees’ college and will be disbursed in equal amounts for the fall and spring semesters. Scholars will be required to resubmit their transcripts and meet the GPA criteria at the end of the academic year to renew the award for the subsequent academic year(s), if applicable.

Institution Type: Accredited four-year college
Min GPA: 2.7
Fall 2023 Academic Classification: Sophomore or Junior
Major: History, Political Science, Communications, Media, Journalism or related
Award Amount: $10,000/year
Award Length: 2 years

Sponsored by Bank of America, this scholarship is awarded to high-achieving undergraduate Black students who are enrolled in one of the nation’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). This scholarship opportunity is open to rising sophomores and juniors.

Scholarship awardees will receive a two-year, need based scholarship in the amount of $12,000 per year to assist with educational expenses for the upcoming academic year. The scholarship will be paid directly to the awardees’ college and will be disbursed in equal amounts for the fall and spring semesters. Scholars will be required to resubmit their transcripts and meet the GPA criteria at the end of the academic year to renew the award for the subsequent academic year(s).

Institution Type: Historically Black College and University
Min GPA: 3/0
Fall 2023 Academic Classification: Sophomore or Junior
Major: Open
Award Amount: $12,000/year
Award Length: 2 years

Sponsored by Chevron, this scholarship is awarded to high-achieving undergraduate Black students who are enrolled in an accredited four-year college and pursue a degree in business or STEM. This scholarship opportunity is open to rising sophomores.

Scholarship awardees will receive a three-year, need-based scholarship in the amount of $20,000 per year to assist with educational expenses for three academic years. The scholarship will be paid directly to the awardees’ college and will be disbursed in equal amounts for the fall and spring semesters. Scholars will be required to resubmit their transcripts and meet the GPA criteria at the end of each academic year to renew the award for the subsequent academic year(s).

Institution Type: Accredited four-year college
Min GPA: 3.0
Fall 2023 Academic Classification: Sophomore
Major: Business or STEM
Award Amount: $20,000/year
Award Length: 3 years

Sponsored by The Coca-Cola Foundation, this scholarship is awarded to high-achieving undergraduate Black students who are enrolled in an accredited four-year college. Top undergraduate students are invited to compete in a national writing competition focused on business trends, issues, and insights. This scholarship opportunity is open to rising seniors.

Scholarship awardees will receive a one-time, need-based scholarship in the amount of $10,000 per year to assist with educational expenses for the upcoming academic year(s). The scholarship will be paid directly to the awardees’ college and will be disbursed in equal amounts for the fall and spring semesters.

Institution Type: Accredited four-year college
Min GPA: 2.8
Fall 2023 Academic Classification: Seniors (only)
Major: Open
Award Amount: $10,000/year
Amount Length: 1 year

Sponsored by USAA, this scholarship is awarded to high-achieving undergraduate Black students enrolled in an accredited four-year college. Dr. Price Cobbs was a long-term strategic advisor to The ELC and veteran of the U.S. Army. This scholarship opportunity is open to rising sophomores and juniors.

Scholarship awardees will receive a two-year, need-based scholarship in the amount of $10,000 per year to assist with educational expenses for the upcoming academic year(s). The scholarship will be paid directly to the awardees’ college and will be disbursed in equal amounts for the fall and spring semesters. Scholars will be required to resubmit their transcripts and meet the GPA criteria at the end of the academic year to renew the award for the subsequent academic year(s), if applicable.

Institution Type: Accredited four-year college
Min GPA: 3.0
Fall 2023 Academic Classification: Sophomore or Junior
Major: Open
Award Amount: $10,000/year
Amount Length: 2 years

Sponsored by ExxonMobil, this scholarship is awarded to high achieving undergraduate Black students enrolled in an accredited four-year college pursuing a degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Civil Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, or Industrial Engineering. This scholarship opportunity is open to rising sophomores and juniors.

Scholarship awardees will receive a two-year, need-based scholarship in the amount of $10,000 per year to assist with educational expenses for the upcoming academic year(s). The scholarship will be paid directly to the awardees’ college and will be disbursed in equal amounts for the fall and spring semesters. Scholars will be required to resubmit their transcripts and meet the GPA criteria at the end of the academic year to renew the award for the subsequent academic year(s).

Institution Type: Accredited four-year college
Min GPA: 3.2
Fall 2023 Academic Classification: Sophomore or Junior
Major: Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Civil Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Industrial Engineering
Award Amount: $10,000/year
Amount Length: 2 years

Sponsored by Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), this scholarship is awarded to high-achieving undergraduate Black students enrolled in an accredited four-year college pursuing a degree in a business or STEM-related field. This scholarship is open to rising sophomores and juniors.

Scholarship awardees will receive a two-year, need-based scholarship in the amount of $8,245 per year to assist with educational expenses for two academic years. The scholarship will be paid directly to the awardees’ college and will be disbursed in equal amounts for the fall and spring semesters. Scholars will be required to resubmit their transcripts and meet the GPA criteria at the end of the academic year to renew the award for the subsequent academic year(s).

Institution Type: Accredited four-year college
(preference given to students attending Alabama State University, Jackson State University, North Carolina A&T State University, Prairie View A&M, Texas A&M, University of Houston, University of North Texas, University of Texas at Austin, San Jose State University, California State University Sacramento)
Min GPA: 3.0
Fall 2023 Academic Classification: Sophomore or Junior
Major: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Math, Industrial Engineering, Statistics, Cyber Security, Marketing, Human Resources, Finance, Business Analytics, Information Systems
Award Amount: $8,245/year
Award Length: 2 years

Sponsored by HSBC Bank USA, this scholarship is awarded to high-achieving undergraduate Black students enrolled in an accredited four-year college pursuing a degree in a business or STEM-related field. This scholarship is open to rising sophomores.

Scholarship awardees will receive a one-time, need-based scholarship in the amount of $17,500 to assist with educational expenses for the upcoming academic year. The scholarship will be paid directly to the awardees’ college and will be disbursed in equal amounts for the fall and spring semesters.

Institution Type: Accredited four-year college
Min GPA: 3.2
Fall 2023 Academic Classification: Sophomore
Major: Business
Award Amount: $17,500/year
Award Length: 1 year

Sponsored by Johnson & Johnson, this scholarship is awarded to high-achieving undergraduate Black students enrolled in an accredited four-year college pursuing a degree in business, STEM or health-related fields. This scholarship is open to rising juniors.

Scholarship awardees will receive a two-year, need-based scholarship in the amount of $8,000 per year to assist with educational expenses for two academic years. The scholarship will be paid directly to the awardees’ college and will be disbursed in equal amounts for the fall and spring semesters. Scholars will be required to resubmit their transcripts and meet the GPA criteria at the end of the academic year to renew the award for the subsequent academic year(s).

Selected scholarship recipients will also receive the opportunity to intern with Johnson & Johnson during the summer of the Scholar’s rising senior year.

Institution Type: Accredited four-year college
Min GPA: 3.0
Fall 2023 Academic Classification: Junior
Major: Business, STEM or health-related majors
Award Amount: $8,000/year
Award Length: 2 years

Sponsored by Lowe’s, this scholarship is awarded to high-achieving undergraduate Black students enrolled in an accredited four-year college pursuing a degree in business, technology, or supply chain management. This scholarship is open to rising sophomores and juniors.

Scholarship awardees will receive a two-year, need-based scholarship in the amount of $10,000 per year to assist with educational expenses for the upcoming academic year(s). The scholarship will be paid directly to the awardees’ college and will be disbursed in equal amounts for the fall and spring semesters. Scholars will be required to resubmit their transcripts and meet the GPA criteria at the end of the academic year to renew the award for the subsequent academic year(s), if applicable.

Institution Type: Accredited four-year college
Min GPA: 3.0
Fall 2023 Academic Classification: Sophomore or Junior
Major: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Analytics, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Analytics, Supply Chain Management
Award Amount: $10,000/year
Award Length: 2 years

Sponsored by Moody’s, this scholarship is awarded to high-achieving undergraduate Black students enrolled in an accredited four-year college pursuing a degree in a business or STEM-related field. This scholarship is open to rising sophomores.

Scholarship awardees will receive a three-year, need-based scholarship in the amount of $10,000 per year to assist with educational expenses for three academic years. The scholarship will be paid directly to the awardees’ college and will be disbursed in equal amounts for the fall and spring semesters. Scholars will be required to resubmit their transcripts and meet the GPA criteria at the end of each academic year to renew the award for the subsequent academic year(s).

Institution Type: Accredited four-year college
Min GPA: 3.0
Fall 2023 Academic Classification: Sophomore
Major: Business or STEM
Award Amount: $10,000/year
Award Length: 2 years

Sponsored by Raytheon Technologies Corporation, this scholarship is awarded to high-achieving Black students attending an accredited four-year college pursuing a degree in STEM, Business, or a related field. This scholarship opportunity is open to rising sophomore and juniors.

Scholarship awardees will receive a two-year, need-based scholarship in the amount of $10,000 per year to assist with educational expenses for the upcoming academic year(s). The scholarship will be paid directly to the awardees’ college and will be disbursed in equal amounts for the fall and spring semesters. Scholars will be required to resubmit their transcripts and meet the GPA criteria at the end of the academic year to renew the award for the subsequent academic year(s), if applicable.

Institution Type: Morgan State University, North Carolina A&T, Georgia Tech, Alabama A&M, Florida A&M University, Hampton University, Howard University, Jackson State University, Tuskegee University, Virginia State University, Prairie View, Southern A&M
Min GPA: 3.0
Fall 2023 Academic Classification: Sophomore or Junior
Major: Business, STEM or Manufacturing related
Award Amount: $10,000/year
Award Length: 2 years

Sponsored by Synchrony, this scholarship is awarded to high-achieving undergraduate Black students enrolled in an accredited four-year college. This scholarship is open to rising sophomores and juniors.

Scholarship awardees will receive a two-year, need-based scholarship in the amount of $10,000 per year to assist with educational expenses for the upcoming academic year(s). The scholarship will be paid directly to the awardees’ college and will be disbursed in equal amounts for the fall and spring semesters. Scholars will be required to resubmit their transcripts and meet the GPA criteria at the end of the academic year to renew the award for the subsequent academic year(s), if applicable.

Institution Type: Accredited four-year college
Min GPA: 3.0
Fall 2023 Academic Classification: Sophomore or Junior
Major: Open
Award Amount: $10,000/year
Award Length: 2 years

Sponsored by Otsuka, this scholarship is awarded to high-achieving undergraduate Black students enrolled in an accredited four-year college pursuing a degree in a business or STEM-related field. This scholarship is open to rising juniors and seniors.

Scholarship awardees will receive a two-year, need-based scholarship in the amount of $10,000 per year to assist with educational expenses for the upcoming academic year(s). The scholarship will be paid directly to the awardees’ college and will be disbursed in equal amounts for the fall and spring semesters. Scholars will be required to resubmit their transcripts and meet the GPA criteria at the end of the academic year to renew the award for the subsequent academic year(s).

Institution Type: Accredited four-year college
Min GPA: 3.0
Fall 2023 Academic Classification: Junior or Seniors
Major: Business, Psychology, Human Resources, Information Technology/Computer Science, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Data & Analytics, Finance, Marketing, Bioengineering, Healthcare Operations Management, Health Science, Healthcare Technology, Pharmaceutics, Pharmacometrics, Clinical Pharmacology, Regulatory affairs, Cyber Security, Communications, Health Informatics
Award Amount: $10,000/year
Award Length: 2 years

The Protecting Black Voices Graduate Scholarship was created to support students committed to civic responsibility and community engagement. This scholarship is awarded to high-achieving graduate Black students pursuing an advanced degree in History, Political Science, Communications, Media, Journalism, Public Policy, Public Administration, or related fields. This scholarship is open to incoming graduate students.

Scholarship awardees will receive a two-year, need-based scholarship in the amount of $10,000 per year to assist with educational expenses for the upcoming academic year(s). The scholarship will be paid directly to the awardees’ college or university and will be disbursed in equal amounts for the fall and spring semesters. Scholars will be required to resubmit their transcripts and meet the GPA criteria at the end of the academic year to renew the award for the subsequent academic year(s), if applicable.

Institution Type: Accredited four-year college
Min GPA: 2.7
Fall 2023 Academic Classification: 1st year grad
Major: History, Political Science, Communications, Media, Journalism or related
Award Amount: $10,000/year
Award Length: 2 years

Sponsored by Otsuka, this scholarship is awarded to high-achieving graduate Black students pursuing an advanced degree in a business or STEM-related field. This scholarship is open to incoming graduate students.

Scholarship awardees will receive a two-year, need-based scholarship in the amount of $10,000 per year to assist with educational expenses for the upcoming academic year(s). The scholarship will be paid directly to the awardees’ college or university and will be disbursed in equal amounts for the fall and spring semesters. Scholars will be required to resubmit their transcripts and meet the GPA criteria at the end of the academic year to renew the award for the subsequent academic year(s).

Institution Type: Accredited four-year college
Min GPA: 3.0
Fall 2023 Academic Classification: 1st year grad
Major: Business, Psychology, Human Resources, Information Technology/Computer Science, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Data & Analytics, Finance, Marketing, Bioengineering, Healthcare Operations Management, Health Science, Healthcare Technology, Pharmaceutics, Pharmacometrics, Clinical Pharmacology, Regulatory affairs, Cyber Security, Communications, Health Informatics
Award Amount: $10,000/year
Award Length: 2 years

Honors Symposium is a multi-day professional development experience comprising of a series of workshops and meetings that prepare ELC Scholars to contribute their talents in the workplace effectively. As a result of the ongoing public health crisis, the Honors Symposium will be conducted at a limited capacity from October 3-6, 2023, in National Harbor, MD. Registration and travel details will follow soon, but for now here is what you can expect from the program:

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• A series of professional development seminars and keynote sessions featuring notable business and community leaders.
• Networking opportunities with other ELC Scholars as well as ELC members, senior-level executives, and other prominent global Black business leaders.
• Opportunities to attend powerful sessions facilitated by Black leaders via ELC's Institute for Leadership Development. These are “for us, by us” conversations about navigating the corporate world as Black leaders.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

• UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIPS: ELC Undergraduate Scholarships are available to applicants currently enrolled in an accredited four-year college. High school seniors and graduate students are not eligible to apply for undergraduate scholarships.

• GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIPS: ELC Graduate Scholarships are available to incoming graduate students as of Fall 2023. Applicants not enrolled in a graduate program are still eligible to apply but must have admission into a graduate program for the Fall of 2023 by the time of the scholarship award notification in April 30, 2023.

• ELC Scholarships are available to U.S citizens residing in and attending school in the U.S. International students and non-citizens are not eligible.

• ELC Scholarships are designed for students of African descent. One of the ELC’s missions is to increase the number of successful Black executives by granting opportunities that add value to their development, leadership, academic, and philanthropic endeavors. One way we accomplish this mission is by offering scholarships to students of the African American community.

• UNDERGRADUATE: If FAFSA declares an applicant eligible for aid, the applicant is eligible for ELC Scholarships. We want to ensure that scholarships are awarded to students who need it. All ELC Scholarships are need-based.

• GRADUATE: Applicants applying for any graduate program funding or loans including federal student loans, private loans, and grants are eligible to apply for an ELC Scholarship.

• Past scholarship recipients are ineligible to reapply for ELC Undergraduate Scholarships.
• However, past scholarship recipients are eligible to apply for ELC Graduate Scholarships.

• If your parent or guardian is an existing member of the ELC, you are ineligible to apply for the ELC Scholarship Program.

• UNDERGRADUATE: Applicants can apply for up to two (2) scholarships and if selected, will only receive one (1) award.

• GRADUATE: Applicants can apply for all available awards.

• UNDERGRADUATE: Yes. Applicants are required to answer six (6) general essay questions and two (2) corporate essay questions that are specific to an individual scholarship.

• GRADUATE: Yes, Applicants are required to answer all essay questions and upload a copy of the Statement of Purpose submitted as part of the graduate program.

• We take every aspect of your application into consideration.

• Applicants will be evaluated on readability, sentence structure, grammar, and content. 

• Yes, we strongly encourage you to try again as long as you still meet the eligibility criteria.

• List the school you are enrolled in at the time of your application. If you are accepted by another accredited institution and plan to transfer by the fall semester, you must e-mail scholarships@elcinfo.com to update your application as soon as possible.
• Subject Line: ELC Scholarship Application – School Transfer

• Yes, it is your responsibility as an applicant to ensure that your recommender submits the recommendation form on time. Applications without this requirement will be disqualified from the selection process. All recommendation forms are due two weeks past the deadline.
• Yes, you can change your recommender prior to the application deadline.

• Yes, if you need to update your application after submission, you must e-mail scholarships@elcinfo.com prior to the application deadline.

• Subject Line: ELC Scholarship Application – Update Application

• Yes, you can withdraw your scholarship application by sending a request to scholarships@elcinfo.com
• Subject Line: ELC Scholarship Application - Withdraw

• If you made a mistake, please send an email to scholarships@elcinfo.com. Once you start an application with your email, you will not be able to start over.
• Subject Line: ELC Scholarship Application – Eligibility Form

• Classification is determined by graduation year.

• For certain scholarships, yes. For example, there are scholarships open to STEM majors only. Be sure to read each scholarship’s criteria.

• No. ELC Scholarships vary by institution type. The majority of awards offered accept applicants from any accredited college in the U.S. Be sure to read each scholarship’s criteria.

• Yes, you have to apply for need-based financial aid. If you are ineligible for aid, you are ineligible for ELC scholarships.

• If there is a change to your FAFSA status, send an email to scholarships@elcinfo.com prior to the application deadline.
• Subject Line: ELC Scholarship Application – FAFSA Status

• Scholarship award distribution will be administered 2-6 weeks before the start of your Fall and Spring semesters.

• Honors Symposium is a multi-day professional development experience comprising of a series of workshops and meetings that prepare ELC Scholars to contribute their talents in the workplace effectively. This experience takes place virtually and in person in Washington D.C.

• No, Honors Symposium is a benefit of accepting the ELC Scholarship. You are strongly encouraged to attend for professional development and access to exclusive networking events and meet ELC members.

• All Scholars are invited to network with sponsors throughout Honors Symposium.

• No, not all scholarships guarantee placement for an internship and/or employment. Be sure to read each scholarship’s criteria.

How to Apply

1. Register

Click on the Register button to complete and submit the registration form.

2. Login

Login to the Scholarship system with your email and password.

3. Create

Create your online Application. Review and accept the eligibility requirements.

4. Save

Before the application deadline, your application can be saved as DRAFT until all the required information is completed. As each section is complete, you will see a appear in the category tab when the application is saved. Please ensure that all attachments are in Acrobat PDF format. At any time, you can download and print your application by clicking on the icon in the Application Summary section.

5. Submit

On completion, save your Application as FINAL. Download and print a copy of your application for your records by clicking on the icon in the Application Summary section in the right column. Note: If an update is required prior to the Call for Application close, you can make the update and resave as FINAL.

Contact:
ELC Scholarship Team
scholarships@elcinfo.com