Terry Kershaw Student Essay Contest

From ncbsonline.org. Deadline January 29, 2027.

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Award: Varies
Deadline: January 29, 2027 102 days left
Provider: ncbsonline.org
Who can apply: Open to students.
Where: Open nationwide (no state restriction listed)
Essay: Yes, 1 essay

Last checked October 19, 2026. Details come from the provider; confirm on the official site before you apply.

About this scholarship

Apply by email to studentessay@ncbsonline.org. Requirements: Must be typed and submitted in Microsoft Word, not PDF; Not more than 25 pages including references and bibliography; Double-spaced, one inch margins, Calibri 12pt font; Page header with essay title centered and bold capital G or U left justified; Page footer with page number 1 of XX; Use MLA or APA style guide; Separate cover sheet required as a separate Word file with name, essay title, mailing address, email, telephone, college; Do not type name on any pages.

Email the provider: studentessay@ncbsonline.org

Essay prompt

Essays should focus on ANY aspects of the Africana experience, i.e. art, education, history, literature, politics, psychology, social issues, and policy issues.

Common questions

When is the Terry Kershaw Student Essay Contest deadline?

The deadline is January 29, 2027. As of October 19, 2026, that is 102 days away.

Who can apply for the Terry Kershaw Student Essay Contest?

Open to students. No state restriction is listed.

Does the Terry Kershaw Student Essay Contest require an essay?

Yes. The application asks for 1 essay. The first prompt is: "Essays should focus on ANY aspects of the Africana experience, i.e. art, education, history, literature, politics, psychology, social issues, and policy issues.".

How do I apply for the Terry Kershaw Student Essay Contest?

Applications are sent by email to studentessay@ncbsonline.org. Scholarly can also fill out and submit it for you after you review it.

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