Richard W. Collins III Leadership with Honor Scholarship

In an effort to preserve the legacy of slain Bowie State alumnus Richard Collins III, the State of Maryland has launched a $1M annual scholarship fund to help students gain a quality education and excellent leadership skills to meet their professional goals.

Eligibility

Contact

Montrose Robinson
Army ROTC Program Representative
mrobinson@bowiestate.edu
(301) 204-0692

Funds are available to undergraduate and graduate students enrolled at one of Maryland’s three historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) – Bowie State University, Morgan State University and Coppin State University. Applicants must also be a:

U.S. citizen
Maryland resident
Minority student

Apply

Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Or submit the Maryland State Financial Aid Application through the Maryland College Aid Processing Portal, if you are ineligible to receive federal aid, but are eligible for in-state tuition by July 1, 2024.
For best consideration, apply by Monday, April 15, 2024. Applicants must upload some of their own documents. Final application deadline is July 1, 2024.
Complete the scholarship application through MDCAPS.
Submit the Richard W. Collins III Leadership with Honor Scholarship 2024-2025 Institutional Veriﬁcation Form to Mrs. Montrose Robinson at 301-860-3563 or mrobinson@bowiestate.edu.
Submit documentation to the BSU Army ROTC program that you are a minority student.

Award Amount

Scholarship amounts vary based on the financial need of each student, which is determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Recipients will receive a minimum award of $500 per semester.

Why ROTC?

Through a combination of rigorous academics, hands-on field experience and physical training, the ROTC prepares students to become strong, well-rounded leaders ready to take on any challenge. Upon completion of the program, not only will cadets earn a degree but also a commission as a second lieutenant in the Army.