This scholarship program focusing on health was established in 1998 as the CBC partnered with the naming sponsor, General Mills, to increase the number of minority students pursuing degrees in the fields of medicine, engineering, technology, nutrition and other health-related professions.

All applicants must live or go to school in a Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) member district (eligibility based on your permanent or local address). Determine your U.S. Representative, then determine if they are a member of the CBC. All residents of New Jersey have a senator who is a member of the CBC and may apply. Students may use their home or college address to determine eligibility and apply.