CHRISTOPHE J. and PENSAL McCRAY 

2021 McCRAY COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP

"Education Is the Key to Success"

     

The Christophe J. and Pensal McCray College Scholarship was established to commemorate

their great contributions to community, education, and Historically Black Colleges and Universities

(HBCUs). Dr. Christophe J. McCray, as the first African-American Optometrist in Denver, established

a successful medical practice. Pensal McCray was a piano teacher and founder of the Ethnic College

Counseling Center (ECCC). Dr. McCray assisted and supported Mrs. McCray, who ran the ECCC.

They believed every child could go to college.

 

The Christophe J. and Pensal McCray Scholarship supports America’s HBCUs by helping high

achieving students pursue higher education at an HBCU. The award, funded by individuals,

businesses, and organizations in the community, provides nonrenewable scholarships to deserving

high school juniors and seniors who are members of the ECCC with at least a 3.0 GPA. Recipients

must retain full-time status at an accredited four-year HBCU. Depending on funds available, up to

$1,000 (or more) will be applied toward tuition or room and board. Click for the 2021 Scholarship Application .

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OPENS:  01/01/2021 12:00 AM MST      CLOSES:  05/1/2021 12:00 AM MST