✨ Should I Apply for Databricks Scholarship (UNCF Partnership)?
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🌍 Overview
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Duration
One academic year
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Deadline
Varies (Typically March or April annually)
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Fields
Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Data Science, or related STEM fields
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Study Country
United States
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Provider
Databricks, Inc. in partnership with United Negro College Fund (UNCF)
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Acceptance
Varies by year
The Databricks Scholarship is designed to support the next generation of data and AI leaders. By partnering with the UNCF, Databricks provides financial assistance to high-achieving Black/African American students pursuing degrees in computer science and related disciplines to foster a more inclusive and diverse technology workforce.
👥 Who Should Apply
Must be an African American student majoring in a tech-related field with a minimum 3.0 GPA and demonstrated financial need.
🏛️ Host University
Any accredited four-year HBCU or US-based institution
🤝 Sponsor
Databricks, Inc.
🔬 Fields of Study
Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Data Science, or related STEM fields
✨ Key Benefits
Provides $5,000 to assist with tuition and fees, along with professional development opportunities within the data and AI industry.
🎯 Target Students
Underrepresented minorities in technology
🏷 Tags
Computer Science
Data Science
HBCU
Black Students
Engineering
US Scholarships
Databricks
💸 Funding Breakdown
✈️ Travel: No
🏠 Accommodation: No
💊 Health Insurance: No
🔄 Renewable: No
💳 App Fee: Free
🎁 Other Benefits
Access to Databricks networking events, mentorship opportunities, and consideration for future internships and career roles within the company.
📋 Renewal Conditions
Students must reapply each year and continue to meet eligibility requirements.
✅ Eligibility Requirements
🌍 Eligible Nationalities
Black/African American students, US citizens or permanent residents, full-time enrollment at an accredited college or university.
🎓 Academic Level
Undergraduate
🗣️ English Requirement
Proficient English (Standard for US University Enrollment)
💼 Work Experience
Not required
🏆 Leadership
Preferred (Demonstrated through extracurricular activities or community involvement)
💰 Financial Need
Yes (Must complete FAFSA)
🎯 Target Students
Underrepresented minorities in technology
📝 Application Requirements
Rec Letters
Yes (One or two academic/professional recommendations)
Documents Required
- Academic Transcripts
- Passport / National ID
- Yes (One or two academic/professional recommendations) Recommendation Letters
- CV / Resume
- Personal Statement / Essays
- Proficient English (Standard for US University Enrollment)
- Interview: No
- Min GPA: 3.0
📋 Application Process
Focus your essay on your passion for data engineering, AI, and how you plan to contribute to the tech community. Be specific about any coding projects or technical challenges you have overcome.
💡 Insider Tip: Highlight any experience with Big Data tools or Spark, even if only at a beginner level, to show alignment with Databricks' core technologies.