Student Support — Black Faculty & Staff Association

2024-25 Bridging the Gap Scholarship Application is Now Open!

Deadline to apply is March 8, 2024.

The University of Louisville’s (UofL) Black Faculty/Staff Association (BFSA) “Bridging the Gap” Scholarship was created to fund a student’s personal participation in an academic initiative, activity, program or a student’s completion of a degree. One undergraduate and one graduate/professional student will be selected that display an understanding and appreciation of BFSA’s mission.

Eligibility - The Bridging the Gap scholarship is available to degree-seeking students currently enrolled at the University of Louisville in good standing during the term of application. Students must have financial need to be eligible to receive funds. All students applying for university scholarships must also complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Award - One undergraduate student and one graduate student will each be awarded $500. The award will be posted in the Summer or Fall semester, at the discretion of the student. All awards are posted to a student's account and processed through Financial Aid. If the student has an outstanding balance, the scholarship may be applied to such an outstanding balance first and (if applicable) the remainder will be available to the student. If you are currently receiving financial aid, please be aware that receiving this scholarship may affect your financial aid award. Any unpaid balance on the student's university account will be deducted from any monies awarded from the Bridging the Gap scholarship.