College Scholarships
GENERAL INFORMATION & GREAT PLACES TO GET STARTED
The ASPIRA Association, Inc.
Provides information about educational opportunities for Puerto Ricans and other Hispanics.
Contact: The ASPIRA Association, Inc.
1112 16th Street NW, Suite 340, Washington, DC 20036, (202) 835-3600
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute, Inc.
Provides information about scholarships, grants and internship opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students.
Contact: Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute, Inc.
504 C Street NE, Washington, DC 20002
Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU)
HACU offers a variety of funding and other educational opportunities for students through partnerships with government agencies and various corporations., Contact: Student Support Systems
4204 Gardendle Street, #216, San Antonio, TX 78229
Hispanic Scholarship Guide
For a free copy contact:
Chrysler/VISTA Hispanic Scholarship Guide, PO Box 3315, Livonia, MI 48151-3315
National Association of Hispanic Journalists
NAHJ provides listings of fellowship and internship opportunities for Hispanic journalism students.
Contact: National Association of Hispanic Journalists
1193 National Press Building, Washington, DC 20045
COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS
College Board/National Hispanic Scholar Recognition
Annual awards for outstanding Hispanic high school students who are U.S. citizens. Students must take the PSAT/NMSQT test in the fall of their high school junior year during which they must affirm their Hispanic heritage - this is the initial screening and the first opportunity for students to qualify for the program. Students who score well are then asked to complete an application form. Award is based on recommendations, SAT scores, extracurricular activities, community service, high school academic transcripts and records, and personal attributes. Contact the student's guidance counselor for more information regarding the PSAT/NMSQT or the Recognition Program.
Contact: Scholarship Coordinator, College Board
1233 20th Street NW, Suite 600, Washington, DC 20036-2304, (202) 822-5900
Cuban-American Scholarship Fund
Must attend college full-time and maintain at least a 3.0 GPA.
Contact: Cuban-American Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 6422, Santa Ana, CA 92706
The Gates Millennium Scholars Program
Administered by the United Negro College Fund, provides scholarships and fellowships for outstanding low-income African-American, Native American, Hispanic American, and Asian American students to attend the undergraduate and graduate institutions of their choice.
Hispanic College Fund Scholarships Major site for Hispanic students majoring in business-related areas, A to Z (accounting, human resources, communications, and more). The award amount varies. Over 140 awards granted. Deadline: April.
Hispanic College Fund, Inc.
Provides a variety of scholarships for high school students entering college, and for students already attending four-year and community colleges.
Contact: Hispanic College Fund, Inc.
One Thomas Circle NW, Suite 375, Washington, DC 20005
Hispanic Public Relations Association
For communications students entering or attending college.
Contact: Hispanic Public Relations Association
735 S. Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90017
Latin American Education Foundation
Contact: Latin American Education Foundation, 930 West 7th Avenue, Denver, CO 80204
League of United Latin American Citizens: National Educational Service Centers, Inc.
Contact: League of United Latin American Citizens, LNESC
2100 M Street NW, Suite 602, Washington, DC 20037
LULAC National Education Service Centers, Inc.
Scholarship to Hispanic students residing in Texas. GPA of 3.25 or better. Amount: $5,000.
Contact: LULAC National Education Service Centers, Inc.
777 N. Capitol St, NE, Suite 305, Washington, DC 20002
McDonald's Hispanic American Commitment to Education Resources (HACER) Program
Scholarship program has awarded $1.3 million in scholarships to Hispanic high school graduates entering college. For more information, contact your high school guidance counselor or your local McDonald's manager.
Mexican-American Engineering Society
Members of the Mexican American Engineering Society (MAES), who are American citizens and have been accepted at or are participating in an undergraduate level engineering program, can apply for annually awarded stipends of $300 to $500. Criteria for selection include: commitment to principles of MAES, willingness to perform service to the Mexican American community, academic record and financial need.
Contact: Mexican-American Engineering Society
Scholarship Coordinator, Mexican-Am Engineering Society
PO Box 7200, Torrence, CA 90504, (213) 217-3517
Mexican-American Grocers Association
For students pursuing business-related studies.
Contact: Mexican-American Grocers Association
1101 17th Street NW, #803, Washington, DC 20036-4704
National Association of Hispanic Journalists
Awards from $1000 - $5000 Students interested in journalism as a career can apply. Deadline : February 28.
National Association of Hispanic MBAs
For Hispanic business majors and Master of Business Administration graduate students.
Contact: National Association of Hispanic MBAs, P.O. Box 685007, Austin, TX 78768
National Association of Hispanic Nurses
For Hispanic students entering or enrolled in an accredited school of nursing.
Contact: National Association of Hispanic Nurses
1501 16th Street NW, Washington, DC 20036
Society for Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) Foundation
For undergraduate and graduate students in a science or engineering field.
Contact: Society for Hispanic Engineers Foundation
5400 East Olympic Boulevard, Suite 210, Los Angeles, CA 90022
Society of Mexican American Engineers and Scientists
Provides financial assistance to Mexican American students interested in pursuing engineering as a career. Applicants must be members of the Society of Mexican American Engineers and Scientists, American citizens, and accepted or participating in an engineering program at the undergraduate level. Selection is based on financial need, academic record, and willingness to perform service for the Mexican American community. Amount: $300-$500 each. 20 awards.
Contact: Society of Mexican American Engineers and Scientists
Attn: National President, P.O. Box 6650, Torrance, CA 9050
Transportation Clubs International
Annual award for an undergraduate student (freshmen ineligible) of Mexican nationality, who is enrolled in an accredited U.S. or Mexican post-secondary institution in a vocational or degree program in the fields of Transportation, Logistics, Traffic Management or Related Fields (Marketing, Economics, etc.). Awards are based upon scholastic ability and potential, and professional interest and character. Financial need will also be given consideration. In addition to application student must submit official transcripts, three letters of recommendation, a black and white photograph, and an essay explaining why the transportation field was chosen as a career path.
Contact: Gay Fielding, Coordinator, Transportation Club International
PO Box 52, Arabi, LA 70032, (504) 278-1107
United Negro College Fund/Citibank Fellows Program
Annual awards for minority, second semester freshmen attending one of the 39 United Negro College Fund (UNCF) member colleges. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen. Award is based on students GPA (minimum 3.0), financial need, and nomination from faculty or administrators at the colleges. Recipients are appointed a Citicorp professional who serves as a mentor. Award amount is applied to the recipients tuition and educational expenses up to $6,400. Award is renewable up to 3 years if continuing criteria is met. Contact the Financial Aid Office at participating colleges for more information and/or application.
Contact: Scholarship Coordinator, Citigroup Foundation
153 East 53rd Street, Third Floor, New York, NY 10043, (212) 559-1000
U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Scholarship
Contact: U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
1030 15th Street NW, #206, Washington, DC 20005
