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ELC

The Executive Leadership Council

A membership organization of Black corporate executives that funds scholarships to build a pipeline of future business leaders.

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Programs
Undergraduate and graduate scholarships, including signature awards for students in business-related fields. Most awards accept students from any accredited U.S. college; many recipients attend HBCUs.
Typical deadlines
The 2026 cycle opened January 22, 2026 and closed March 1, 2026. The 2027 cycle has not been announced.
Who's eligible
In 2026: U.S. citizens enrolled full-time at a four-year college or HBCU, rising sophomores or above, minimum 2.8 GPA, demonstrated financial need.

Scholarships

  • ELC

    ELC Undergraduate Scholarship Program

    Varies — 2026 signature awards were $10,000 a year for 2 years

    Need-based scholarships for business-minded undergraduates, including signature awards of $10,000 a year for two years. Nearly three-quarters of recent scholars attend HBCUs.

    • New this week
    • Unconfirmed
    • 2.8+ GPA
    Deadline not yet announced

Checked against the official site on November 8, 2026. Source: elcscholarships.elcinfo.com (opens in a new tab)