The Toni Cade Bambara Endowed Scholarship

For an undergraduate full-time student in his or her senior year who has been accepted into a graduate program and who intends to be a writer. To apply, students must submit
the following:

  • A letter stating the student’s name, contact information and intention to apply for an award.
  • A letter of recommendation from a faculty member.
  • A letter of acceptance into the proposed graduate English program.

Award
$200
Scopes
English
Deadline
03/12/2026
Supplemental Questions
  1. Please upload your applicant letter as outlined in the award description.
  2. Please provide the information for a faculty recommendation letter request.
  3. If applicable, please upload your letter of acceptance into a proposed graduate English program.