BASF/Alfred Chisholm Scholarship 2026: Financial Aid for HBCU Students By UNCF (Apply by Dec 15)

The BASF/Alfred Chisholm Memorial Scholarship Fund is now accepting applications for the 2025-2026 academic year. Established to honor the legacy of former BASF employee and community leader Alfred L. Chisholm, this scholarship provides financial assistance to undergraduate students enrolled at Historically Black Colleges or Universities (HBCUs).

This is a need-based award aimed at Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors pursuing degrees in STEM or Business fields. The application window is closing fast, with a strict deadline of December 15, 2025. If you attend an HBCU and meet the criteria, this is a prime opportunity to secure funding for your education.

Scholarship Overview & Key Details

Eligibility Criteria

This scholarship has specific requirements regarding your major and institution. While open to all HBCU students, special encouragement is given to students at North Carolina A&T State University and Southern University and A&M College.

• Enrollment: You must be a full-time undergraduate student classified as a Sophomore, Junior, or Senior at an accredited HBCU.
• Academic Standing: A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.70 on a 4.0 scale is required.
• Residency: You must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.
• Affiliation: Relatives of the BASF African American Employees Resource Group (AAEG) are strongly encouraged to apply.

Eligible Majors

Applicants must be pursuing a major in one of the following categories:

• Engineering: Chemical, Civil, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical, Environmental.
• Sciences: Biology, Biochemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics.
• Business: Administration, Management, Marketing, Accounting, Finance, Supply Chain Management.

Application Requirements

To be considered, you must submit a complete online application by the deadline. Missing documents will lead to disqualification.

• Essay: A personal essay of no more than 250 words. (Check the application for the specific prompt).
• Letter of Recommendation: One letter from a civic or community leader is required.
• Transcript: A copy of your most recent Official Transcript.
• Sponsorship Form: If you are sponsored by a BASF employee, upload the completed BASF Sponsorship Form.

Why Apply?

This scholarship is more than just money; it is a recognition of leadership and academic effort in memory of a community icon. It is supported by BASF's AAEG, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary, meaning there is strong institutional support behind this initiative.

How to Apply

The deadline is December 15, 2025. Applications must be submitted via the UNCF portal. If this is your first time applying, you will need to register and create a profile.

Official Application Link: Click Here to Apply for BASF/Alfred Chisholm Scholarship