Benjamin Banneker Scholarship for Black Watchmaking Students

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HOROLOGICAL SOCIETY OF NEW YORK INC

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Funding Amount

Up to $5,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Benjamin Banneker Scholarship for Black Watchmaking Students

Overview: A scholarship for Black watchmaking students offered by the Horological Society of New York (HSNY).

Eligibility:

Black students who have been accepted or are currently studying at a full-time watchmaking school in the United States

Prospective students may apply, with the understanding that the scholarship is contingent on their enrollment at a full-time watchmaking school

Award Amount: Up to $5,000 per recipient

Geographic Scope: United States (as of 2022; expanded to international applicants as of 2025 with the Vogt Foundation donation)

Focus Areas: Financial support for Black watchmaking students and advancement of diversity in horological education

Background: Founded in 1866, HSNY is one of the oldest continuously operating horological associations in the world. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, HSNY is dedicated to advancing the art and science of horology through education.

How to Apply

Application Process

Application Period: January 1 - March 1 (annual)

Awards Timeline: Scholarships are awarded in April

Required Materials:
1. Letter in PDF form addressed to the Trustees of the Horological Society of New York
2. Biography
3. Explanation of motivation to study watchmaking
4. Explanation of how the scholarship would benefit the applicant
5. Resume
6. Reference letters (recommended)

Submission: Email application materials to HSNY (specific email address not provided in source materials)

Contact: For more information about HSNY's financial aid opportunities, visit hs-ny.org or contact the organization directly.

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