NABG Undergraduate Scholarships Grant

NABG Undergraduate Scholarships Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: National Association Of Black Geoscientists
Amount: US $1,000
Last Updated: March 31, 2026

Summary

The NABG Scholarships support full-time undergraduate and graduate students in Geoscience programs at accredited institutions, with over $300,000 in funding raised through donations and events. Candidates must exhibit academic excellence, aiming to equip them for future careers in the geosciences. This initiative, backed by the National Association of Black Geoscientists, fosters diversity and prepares the next generation of professionals in the field.

Overview

The National Association of Black Geoscientists The National Association of Black Geoscientists, a 501(c)(3) non-profit, was founded in 1981 with the purpose of building community – enabling Black Geoscientists to connect, communicate, and network with other minority professionals. Since then, the organization has evolved into a hub that attracts geoscientists from diverse fields, offering them opportunities to partake in career and educational endeavors, present cutting-edge research, build connections, advance professionally, and provide mentorship to aspiring Black Geoscientists. Scholarships The NABG is honored to provide scholarships to Undergraduate and Graduate students enrolled full-time in Geoscience programs at an accredited college or university. Scholarship candidates must demonstrate academic excellence and commitment to the mission of NABG. The purpose of the scholarship is to prepare candidates to be the workforce of the future. Our Mission The NABG was organized to: Inform students of career opportunities in the field of geosciencesEncourage students to take advantage of funding opportunitiesProvide financial support to students pursuing degrees in the GeosciencesMaintain metrics on Black Geoscience students as they matriculate through college and into the workforceAid students in the search for employmentProvide corporations and institutions with an academically talented and diverse group of students to fill internship, full-time, and research positionsFacilitate the building of professional relationships within industry and between students and professionalsAssist in the development of professional standards and practices of members within their geoscience careers and entrepreneurial pursuits

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Undergraduate ScholarshipsApplicants must be undergraduate students enrolled at an accredited college or university.Applicants must be United States citizens or Permanent ResidentsRecipients must be pursuing studies in Earth and Atmospheric Sciences (EAS), Geology, Science or Engineering (or its equivalent). Applicants with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale will be most competitive. However, the full application packet will be considered.