Deadline: March 16, 2026
The Black at Microsoft Scholarship Program 2026 is a prestigious undergraduate scholarship initiative designed to support outstanding high school seniors who plan to pursue degrees in STEM or business-related fields at a four-year college or university in the United States.
This programme reflects Microsoft’s ongoing commitment to diversity, inclusion, leadership development, and academic excellence, while empowering the next generation of Black leaders in technology and business.
About the Black at Microsoft Scholarship Program 2026
The Black at Microsoft Scholarship Program 2026 provides financial support to students who demonstrate strong academic performance, leadership potential, and a clear passion for technology or business-related careers.
The scholarship is administered through an independent scholarship management platform and is open to eligible students worldwide, provided they intend to enrol in a U.S.-based four-year institution.
Scholarship Benefits
The programme awards up to 55 scholarships to successful applicants, structured as follows:
- 5 scholarships of USD 5,000 each
- Renewable for up to three additional years
- Renewal is subject to:
- Satisfactory academic performance
- Continued full-time enrolment
- Progress towards a bachelor’s degree
- 50 scholarships of USD 2,500 each
- One-time, non-renewable awards
These funds can be used to support tuition, academic expenses, and other education-related costs.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Black at Microsoft Scholarship Program 2026, applicants must meet all of the following requirements:
- Be a current high school senior
- Plan to enrol in a four-year college or university in the United States in the academic year following graduation
- Intend to study one of the following fields:
- Engineering
- Computer Science
- Computer Information Systems
- Business-related majors such as:
- Business Administration
- Finance
- Marketing
- Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or equivalent
- Demonstrate:
- Academic achievement
- Leadership abilities
- Community involvement
- A clear interest in technology or business
- International students are eligible if they will be studying at a U.S. institution
- Children of Microsoft employees are not eligible to apply
Selection Criteria
Applications are evaluated based on a holistic review of the candidate’s profile, including:
- Academic performance
- Leadership experience
- Community engagement
- Work or extracurricular involvement
- Career goals and alignment with the technology industry
Required Application Materials
Applicants must submit the following documents as part of their application:
- A current and complete high school transcript
- A personal essay (approximately 500 words) describing:
- Educational goals
- Career aspirations
- Interest in technology or business
- Plans for future impact
- An online recommendation
- Additional supporting documents where applicable, including:
- Translated transcripts for international applicants
- Academic records where test scores are not listed
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Application Deadline
- Application Deadline: 16 March 2026
Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their applications well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
How to Apply
The application process is completed online through the official scholarship portal. Applicants must ensure all required documents are uploaded and all sections are fully completed before submission.
Why You Should Apply
The Black at Microsoft Scholarship Program 2026 offers more than financial support. It recognises future leaders, innovators, and changemakers who are committed to building inclusive solutions in technology and business while advancing their academic journey.
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