The About Love Scholarship 2025–26 at Bennett College is a fully funded initiative created through the partnership of Beyoncé, JAY-Z, Tiffany & Co., BeyGOOD, and The Shawn Carter Foundation. Designed to empower creative leaders, the scholarship supports incoming and continuing Bennett College students pursuing fields such as visual arts, media, performance, design, history, and communications. Applicants must demonstrate both artistic potential and financial need.
What Is the About Love Scholarship?
The scholarship celebrates creative excellence, cultural leadership, and the advancement of students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Bennett College is one of five institutions selected to receive part of Tiffany & Co.’s $2 million commitment to educational equity.
Eligible Bennett students will receive tailored financial awards that help remove barriers to education, allowing emerging creators to thrive academically and artistically.
Who Is Behind the Scholarship?
Beyoncé and JAY-Z
Global artists and philanthropists whose work through BeyGOOD and The Shawn Carter Foundation advances opportunities for underrepresented communities.
Tiffany & Co.
The company contributed $2 million to HBCUs, including Bennett College, to support students in creative disciplines.
BeyGOOD and The Shawn Carter Foundation
Both organizations focus on expanding access to education, creativity, and community leadership across Black communities.
Eligibility Requirements
Full-time Bennett College students
Incoming and returning undergraduates
Majors in visual arts, media, performance, design, history, or communications
U.S. citizens with documented financial need
Application Timeline (Expected)
Application Opens: Early September 2025
Deadline: Late September 2025
Notifications: October–November 2025
Dates will be confirmed by Bennett College closer to the launch.
Selection Criteria
Demonstrated artistic excellence
Clear leadership potential
Verified financial need
Commitment to creative and cultural impact
Why Apply?
The About Love Scholarship offers more than traditional financial aid. Recipients may receive:
Full or significant funding toward tuition and fees
Possible support for living expenses
Mentorship and industry networking opportunities
Recognition from leading global arts philanthropists
Placement within a community of emerging creative leaders
As noted by Dr. Anisa Kamadoli Costa, Tiffany’s Chief Sustainability Officer, the scholarship reflects the Carters’ dedication to empowering underrepresented groups.
Preparing Your Application
Students are encouraged to gather the following in advance:
Creative portfolio
Personal statement
Academic transcripts
FAFSA documentation or financial aid records
Updates will be published through Bennett College’s official news channels.
Impact and Previous Recipients
Since its launch in 2021, the About Love Scholarship has supported students at Lincoln University, Norfolk State University, Central State University, University of Arkansas–Pine Bluff, and Bennett College. Past recipients have advanced in fields such as media, design, fine arts, and performance, gaining transformative academic and career opportunities.
At Bennett, awardees continue this legacy by contributing to cultural leadership within the broader HBCU arts community.
FAQs
1. Which programs are eligible?
Undergraduates studying visual arts, media, performance, design, history, or communications may apply.
2. Is financial need required?
Yes. Awards prioritize students with demonstrated financial need.
3. Can current Bennett students apply?
Yes. Both new and returning full-time students are eligible.
4. When will applications open?
The expected opening is early September 2025.
Final Note
The About Love Scholarship 2025–26 provides a powerful opportunity for Bennett College students pursuing creative fields. With full funding, mentorship, and institutional support, the program encourages students to develop their artistic vision and contribute meaningfully to cultural advancement.
For official updates and detailed instructions, visit the Bennett College scholarship office page.