The submission deadline for all applicant materials is January 31, 2022.

The Ivory Moore Community College Scholarship is named in honor of Mr. Ivory Moore, a retired Texas A&M University -- Commerce (formerly East Texas State University) educator and administrator and one of the founders of the Texas Association of Black Personnel in Higher Education [TABPHE].

This scholarship is awarded each spring to well-rounded, high-achieving students from accredited colleges across Texas at the TABPHE state conference.

Scholarship awards range from $500 to $1000 for Community College, Undergraduate and Graduate students.

Scholarship awards:

• Ivory Moore Two Year Institution Undergraduate Scholarship: $500
• Ivory Moore Four Year Institution Undergraduate Scholarship: $1000
• Ivory Moore Graduate Scholarship: $1000

Eligibility Criteria:

• Must be a student currently enrolled in a, State of TEXAS, two-year institution, four year institute or a graduate program at the master or doctoral level, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). (click for list of SACS accredited schools)
• Must be a current full-time student (minimum 12 undergraduate hours/9 graduate hours).
• Must have and maintained a 3.00 overall GPA (on a 4.00 scale)

Application Guidelines and Requirements:

• Must submit a current transcript (from all colleges or universities attended).  Unofficial transcripts are accepted for the application process.  If you are selected as a finalist in your category, you will be required to submit an official transcript within 10 days of notification.  The scholarship winner will be chosen from the finalists
• Must submit proof of enrollment from the registrar (2 Year College, 4 Year University, or Graduate University/Institute)
• Must submit a current headshot  (high resolution preferred) for publication purposes only
• Must submit a recommendation form completed by an academic advisor, program director or faculty member
• Must submit a current resume

• Must submit a 500-word (double spaced, 12 pt. font, 2 pages or less) essay addressing the following topic:

“As an African American student pursuing a degree in the 21st century, how will the Ivory Moore Scholarship assist me in my future career endeavors?”

*Note: Only complete applications that meet ALL scholarship criteria will be reviewed.

The submission deadline for all applicant materials is January 31, 2022.

If you have questions, please email Nicole Bell at scholarships@tabphe.org.