Our Opportunities

*Welcome to Jackson State University Development Foundation Scholarship Opportunities! *

Each academic year, JSU offers a variety of scholarships through the fundraising efforts of the JSU Foundation and the generosity of private donors. The award amounts vary and are typically based on factors such as academic achievement, financial need, and specific criteria set by donors.

To be considered for any of these scholarships, students must complete their scholarship applications in this system. Students must click* Sign In* at the top right corner of this page. This will direct them to the login screen where they can use their JSU credentials ( J# and NetID) to access and complete the general scholarship application as well as any supplemental scholarship applications for scholarships that may be recommended for.

Scholarships with the word “apply” in the Action column (after you sign in) require further action on your part in order
to be considered. Click “apply” to complete the application process. There are some scholarship opportunities you do not have to apply to but will be automatically matched to after you complete your
General Application. Qualifying for any scholarship does not guarantee you will receive the scholarship.

Deadline: This is the date by which you should complete the General Application, any Supplemental Applications, or any Individual Scholarship Applications to receive consideration.

Award: The amount stated is for general information purposes and not a guarantee of what you may receive if awarded. Actual award amounts can vary based on recipient eligibility, available funds, and other factors.

Actions: Upon completion of the General Application and any Supplemental Applications, you will be automatched with scholarships for which you meet the criteria. These scholarships indicate “None” under “Action” and require no additional information from you for consideration. A limited number of scholarships indicate “Apply” under “Action” and require individual applications for consideration. A list of these scholarships can be found by viewing Recommended Opportunities from the Opportunities tab.

*Please check your JSU email daily or sign-in to check the status of your application. *

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Opportunities Table
Award Name Actions
Varies Robert L. & Magnoria Meekins Smothers Endowed Scholarship
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following...
Deadline08/01/2025
up to $1,000 Shirley and Joyce Harris Athletic and Academic Scholarship
To be eligible for this award, applicants must meet the following...
Deadline08/01/2025
Varies The Beatrice B. Mosley Memorial Endowed Scholarship Fund
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following...
Deadline08/01/2025
$500 per semester The Doris P. Smith and Maurice A. Smith Endowed Memorial Scholarship
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following...
Deadline08/01/2025
Varies The Gertrude Ellis and Alta Faye Ellis Tuition Award
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following...
Deadline08/01/2025
Varies The Lamar Powell Endowed Scholarship
To be eligible for the scholarship, candidates must meet the following...
Deadline08/01/2025
Varies The Wilkinson Family Endowed Scholarship
• Must be a full-time student enrolled at Jackson State University •...
Deadline08/01/2025
$500 annually Vera Mae Chambers Endowed Scholarship
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following...
Deadline08/01/2025
Varies William and Maxine Harkless Scholarship
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following...
Deadline08/01/2025
Varies William L. and Dessie B. White
To be eligible for the scholarship (s), candidates must meet the...
Deadline08/01/2025
1,000 Winster and Lela Pitchford Annual Scholarship Fund
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following...
Deadline08/01/2025
Varies Yolanda R. Owens Endowed Scholarship
Must be enrolled full-time and classified as a junior or senior, Must...
Deadline08/01/2025
Varies Arthur Dampier Memorial Scholarship
Applicant must be enrolled full-time in an undergraduate program in...
Ended
$500 annually Dr. Earnestine Holloway Award of Excellence
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following...
Ended
Varies Dr. Vivian Taylor Annual Scholarship
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following...
Ended
Varies Follett Higher Education
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following...
Ended
Varies JSU Memphis (TN) Alumni Chapter Book Award/Scholarship
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following...
Ended
Varies Sadie E. Magee Scholarship
Applicant Must: Be a full-time undergraduate physical education major Be...
Ended