Scholarship Undergraduate Graduate

IABA Scholarship

International Association of Black Actuaries

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Avg. Amount Awarded
346
Days
March 31 2026
Application Deadline
N/A
Renewable
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Description

IABA provides scholarships to qualified Black students who are interested in pursuing an actuarial career. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of individual merit. Applicants must be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States; or a citizen or permanent resident of Canada, a citizen of any Caribbean or African nation on a United States or Canadian student visa. They must be admitted to a college or university in the United States or Canada offering either a program in actuarial science or courses that will serve to prepare the student for an actuarial career. Applicants will also be judged on the following criteria: Calculus and Probability courses already completed; Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) with a minimum math score of 600 or the ACT Assessment with a minimum math score of 28, or equivalent testing results for students outside of the USA; Attempting (or already passed) an actuarial exam; Completing (or already completed) Validation by Educational Experience (VEE) requirements; Proficient communication skills; Evidence of determination and self-motivation; and a demonstration of interest in and a familiarity with the actuarial profession. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact IABA for more information.

Amount Details

$1,500
Low Amount Awarded
$5,000
High Amount Awarded

Eligibility Requirements

  • CheckmarkMust be an undergraduate student or a graduate student
  • CheckmarkMust attend a university or a four-year college
  • CheckmarkMinimum 3.0 GPA
  • CheckmarkRestricted by race for Black students
  • CheckmarkMust not be attending high school currently
  • CheckmarkRestricted to students studying Insurance and Actuarial Science
  • CheckmarkRestricted by ethnic heritage: African
  • CheckmarkRestricted to: African, Canadian, Latin American/Caribbean

How to Apply

What you'll need:

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For more info, please visit our site
Contact Stephen Abrokwah
President/Director
director@blackactuaries.org
Address P.O. Box 24245
Cleveland, OH 44124