One of the strategic pillars of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) is student scholarships. Through collaborators such as the Deloitte Foundation, students at historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) across the country find financial relief.
Jordyn Hill, a senior accounting major at Jackson State University, received the Deloitte Foundation Accounting Scholarship in 2023.
“The Deloitte Foundation scholarship provided crucial financial support, allowing me to focus on my academic and professional development without the added stress of financial burdens,” Hill said. “It enabled me to invest in resources that enhanced my education, such as professional certifications, networking opportunities and leadership development programs.”
Naaman Tucker, a junior accounting major at Morgan State University, received the Deloitte Foundation Accounting Scholarship in 2024 and said it was a blessing that came at the perfect time.
“I was struggling to pay off my remaining balance and continue my education,” Tucker said. “As a junior, it allowed me to stay enrolled and focus on completing my degree without the constant stress of financial uncertainty.”
Tucker said the Deloitte Foundation scholarship kept him in school. Student retention is critical to graduating students. Financial burden is one of the biggest reasons students stop out.
“Support from the Deloitte Foundation helped me get over the curve financially when I needed it most, allowing me to continue my education without interruption,” Tucker said.
Ahnyah Batty, a sophomore accounting major at Hampton University, also said the Deloitte Foundation Accounting Scholarship relieved a financial burden.
“I am now able to continue my education without constantly worrying about how to pay for school,” Batty said.
Hill said she’s found her experiences with TMCF to be incredibly rewarding.
“Through TMCF, I’ve had access to invaluable career development programs, mentorship and networking opportunities that have expanded my professional outlook,” Hill said. “This support has been particularly impactful in exposing me to real-world applications of accounting, consulting and business strategy.”
Batty said the scholarship application process was easy.
“The process of applying for this scholarship was simple,” Batty said. “I have always been met with clear and swift answers to any of my questions. TMCF has treated me well throughout my two years at Hampton.”
For students hoping to follow in the footsteps of Hill, Tucker and Batty, the TMCF | Deloitte Foundation Accounting Scholarship Program recently opened and is accepting applications until April 25. Seventy scholars intending to or attending HBCUs will receive a potentially renewable scholarship of up to $8,000 for the 2025-26 academic year. Requirements include majoring in accounting; a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher; and ability to demonstrate financial need.
