Greater Washington Urban League Student Game Changers Scholarship

Greater Washington Urban League (with the Thursday Network) · Regional

The Greater Washington Urban League, together with its young-professionals affiliate the Thursday Network, awards need-based scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $8,000 to graduating high school seniors who live or attend school in Washington, DC, Prince George's County, MD, or Montgomery County, MD. The program has distributed nearly $2.1 million to 358 students to date. Applicants apply through a High School Students track, submitting proof of financial need (Student Aid Report or federal tax return pages), an official transcript, a written essay, a video essay, and two letters of recommendation. Funds are disbursed directly to the student's college bursar or student accounts office for the following fall term.

Eligibility

GradesSeniors only

Min GPA—

ScopeRegional

StatesDC, MD

Applying

Award$1k–$8k

DueNot yet posted (2026 cycle closed March 6)

EssayRequired

Rec. lettersRequired

RenewableNot listed

Awards/yr—

Award amount varies by applicant; disbursed directly to the student's college.

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