About ETS

ETS is a team of education experts, researchers and assessment developers who believe that, through learning, people can improve their situations in life and make incredible contributions to the world. We also believe that by designing our assessments with industry-leading insight, rigorous research and an uncompromising commitment to quality, we can advance equity and help education and workplace communities make informed decisions about people and programs. Click here to learn more. 

Scholarship Overview

ETS in partnership with the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) is proud to offer financial assistance to outstanding students attending a private or a publicly-supported  Historically Black College and University (HBCU). Eight scholars (four from a private and four from a public HBCU) will be selected to receive a full tuition-only need/merit scholarship for the 2020-2021 academic school year.

Eligibility Requirements: 

  • Be enrolled full-time as a junior or senior during the 2020-2021 academic school year
  • Current grade point average of 3.5 or higher
  • Able to demonstrate leadership abilities
  • Able to demonstrate a financial need
  • Be a U.S. Citizen or legal permanent resident with valid permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551

How To Apply

All Applicants Must: 

  • Provide a copy of the 2020-2021 FAFSA Student Aid Report. 
  • Provide the transcript (official or unofficial) for your most recently completed academic term. This should include your end of Fall 2019 grades and cumulative GPA.
  • Provide one recommendation letter from your current university/college president on the school’s letterhead.
  • Provide one recommendation letter from your second recommender –Professor or Advisor.
  • Answer the following essay questions: (Maximum of 500 words per question):
    • Of all your courses, educational experiences, and work experience, which one did you find most rewarding or personally satisfying and why? 
    • How did your selection help your progression toward your career goal?
  • Answer the following video essay question: 
    • Based on your own experience as a high achieving student, what practical advice would you offer to students who seek academic success?  

Application Dates

This application is closed.

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