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SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM 2025

ABOUT THE SCHOLARSHIP

The application will be open from Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 12:00AM EST through Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 11:59PM EST. Selections will be made by Tuesday, April 15, 2025. For questions or concerns, please contact Dr. Valerie Robinson at communityoutreach@umessmac.org.

Must submit a 2-minute video essay explaining how you would contribute to HBCU culture at UMES through leadership and how UMES can best assist you in your future endeavors.

Must be attending UMES as a freshman for the Fall 2025-2026 academic year.

Must have a 2.5 unweighted G.P.A.

Must commit to UMES by May 1, 2025.

Must be a resident of Southern Prince George's County, Maryland, Charles County, Maryland, Calvert County, Maryland, or St. Mary's County, Maryland.

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We are sorry, this application is now closed. Please check back in January 2026.

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