Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and The Sallie Mae Fund are proud to offer financial assistance to outstanding students attending an accredited post-secondary institution. Two hundred (200) students completing a two-year, four-year, or trade/vocational certificate/certification program will be selected to receive a gap scholarship of $2,500 for the 2024-2025 academic school year. Selected students must be in good academic standing but at risk of not returning to or graduating/completing due to an outstanding financial need, and/or emergency situation that leads to a financial aid crisis.

• Enrolled full-time or part-time at an accredited post-secondary institution or continuous education program opens a new window
  • Two-year Schools
  • Four-year Schools
  • Vocational/Technical certificate/certification program

• Will complete their degree or program by the end of the Spring 2025 semester (can be either Fall 2024 or Spring 2025).
• Current cumulative grade point average of 2.75 or higher
• Be a U.S. Citizen or legal permanent resident with a valid permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551
• Be a diverse candidate
  • Diverse shall include, but not limited to: (Gender, Disability, Race, Ethnicity, Belonging to an underserved community)

• Able to demonstrate leadership abilities.
• Demonstrate good moral character in all aspects of your life, including personal, professional, educational, in your community, and online presence