Urban Scholarship Program FAQs 

 



When will the application for an award from the Nat Moore Foundation Urban Scholarship Program become available?

The Nat Moore Foundation Urban Scholarship Program applications are available year-round. Click here to download the application.


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What is the deadline for submitting applications for an award from the Nat Moore Foundation Urban Scholarship Program?

The Nat Moore Foundation Urban Scholarship Program application and all supplemental materials are due to the Foundation no later than JANUARY 31 of each year.


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Can I submit my application by fax?

No. Applications are accepted by mail or e-mail at:

Attn: Scholarship Committee

Nat Moore Foundation
16911 N.E. 6th Avenue
North Miami Beach, FL 33162

E-mail: info@natmoorefoundation.net

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I missed the deadline. Can I still apply?

Due to the large number of applications submitted each year, no applications will be accepted after the JANUARY 31ST deadline.

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Is there a fee to apply?
No. The Nat Moore Foundation has no scholarship application fees.


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What are the Nat Moore Foundation Urban Scholarship Program eligibility requirements?

To apply for an Urban Scholarship Program award, you must:

  • Be a graduating high school senior from Miami-Dade and Broward County High Schools,
  • Demonstrate financial need,
  • Plan to attend a 2-year or 4-year college, or technical school,
  • Achieve a cumulative, non-weighted GPA of 2.0 or above on a 4.0 scale, and
  • Demonstrate commitment to community service.

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I am a home-schooled student. Can I apply?

Graduating, high school seniors from Miami-Dade and Broward County schools, who can demonstrate financial need and a commitment to community service, may apply for the Nat Moore Foundation Urban Scholarships. 

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I attend a private high school. Can I apply?

Yes. Graduating, high school seniors from Miami-Dade and Broward County schools, who can demonstrate financial need and a commitment to community service, may apply for the Nat Moore Foundation Urban Scholarships.


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Is there an age limit?
Applicants to the Nat Moore Foundation Urban Scholarship Program must be a graduating, high school senior.

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I received a General Education Diploma (GED). Can I apply?

Applicants to the Nat Moore Foundation Urban Scholarship Program must be a graduating, high school senior.

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I am currently in college. Can I apply?

Applicants to the Nat Moore Foundation Urban Scholarship Program must be a graduating, high school senior.

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Is there a minimum SAT or ACT score requirement?

No.

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What if my SAT or ACT score changes after I submit my application? Should I update you on my scores?

No. Only scores submitted with completed applications will be considered.

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Is there a minimum grade point average (GPA) requirement?

Yes. All graduating high school seniors must hold and maintain at least a cumulative, non-weighted 2.0 GPA or above on a 4.0 scale. Awarded students must maintain a 2.8 GPA while pursuing their higher education to ensure continued scholarship support.

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Do I have to be a United States citizen to apply for a scholarship?

Applicants are required to be a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident.


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Is there an income limit?

The Nat Moore Foundation considers financial need as an important factor when awarding the Urban Scholarships. Applicants must demonstrate financial need.

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Can I use the Nat Moore Foundation Urban Scholarship Program award at any college and for any major?

All scholarship awards may be used at a higher educational institution that:

  • Maintains a regular faculty and curriculum,
  • Has a regularly organized body of students in attendance, and
  • Is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as being accredited by recognized accrediting agencies.

All scholarship recipients may pursue any major of their choice leading to a bachelor’s degree or the equivalent certification from a technical educational institution.

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Can I use the Nat Moore Foundation Urban Scholarship Program award for on-line or non-traditional higher educational institutions?

All scholarship awards may be used at a higher educational institution that:

  • Maintains a regular faculty and curriculum,
  • Has a regularly organized body of students in attendance, and
  • Is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as being accredited by recognized accrediting agencies.

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Is the Nat Moore Foundation Urban Scholarships renewable awards and what is the amount of the award?

The Nat Moore Foundation Urban Scholarship Program usually provides $10,000 scholarship awards, payable at $2,500 each year over four years. Each year, the award recipient must show their good standing by providing proof of continued enrollment in their school of choice and a cumulative 2.8 grade point average (GPA).

However, the scholarship amount may vary depending on the need of the student and special scholarship programs initiated by sponsor partners.

Unused funds from scholarship awards are re-apportioned

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If I am awarded a Nat Moore Foundation Urban Scholarship, how do I get my money?

The Nat Moore Foundation contacts each award recipient and provides them with an Urban Scholarship Program Awards Packet. Once the award recipients return signed acceptance forms and enrollment confirmations, the Foundation contacts the award recipient’s chosen higher educational institution to arrange payments. All payments are made directly to the schools.

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Do I have restrictions on how to spend my scholarship money?

Yes. The Nat Moore Foundation Urban Scholarship Program funds may be used for any purpose that supports the recipients’ higher education, including but not limited to:

  • Tuition & fees
  • Books, supplies and equipment
  • Room & board
  • Travel or research that are incidental to attaining a degree (requires approval by the Nat Moore Foundation)
  • Internships (requires approval by the Nat Moore Foundation)
  • Study abroad programs (requires approval by the Nat Moore Foundation)

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If I am awarded other scholarships or financial aid, does it affect my eligibility for the Nat Moore Foundation Urban Scholarships?

Recipients of other scholarships and financial aid are still eligible to receive a Nat Moore Foundation Urban Scholarship Program award. However, the Foundation asks that award recipients who receive full academic scholarships (other scholarships or financial aid that covers all their academic expenses) from another source immediately notify the Foundation and withdraw their application so that the opportunity for the award can be extended to fellow graduating students in need.

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How are Nat Moore Foundation Urban Scholarship Program recipients chosen?

A Scholarship Committee, consisting of Nat Moore Foundation Board Members, meet each year following the scholarship deadline to identify award recipients who will then be submitted to the entire Board of Directors for their approval.

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When are the winners notified? Are all applicants notified?

The award recipients are notified personally by April 15th of each year. All other applicants are notified by e-mail or mail.


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