Target Scholar Success Stories
Meet Nasir Barnes, Computer Science Morehouse College, Class of 2025
“I'm continuing my family's HBCU tradition. I know choosing an HBCU was the best decision of my life.”
“I'm continuing my family's HBCU tradition. I know choosing an HBCU was the best decision of my life.”
The Target Scholars Program supports students in getting to and through college at HBCUs across the country. In addition to addressing financial needs, the program pairs each Scholar with a dedicated college success coach who offers mentorship and guidance throughout their college journey. Target also provides intentional engagement opportunities designed to motivate, inspire, and empower students to reach their ultimate goal—earning a college degree and launching a meaningful career. Learn more about some of the many students who are succeeding thanks to Target.
“I love my professors. They don't just teach me, they invest in me.”
“Getting the scholarship made me feel like all that hard work I did was recognized... and UNCF makes all of the Target Scholars feel like we are the prize.”
“Back home, I know my brothers and sister and all of my cousins are looking up to me. I love telling them college stories to give them motivation for their own success.”