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Check out scholarships that are exclusive to Hispanic students.
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Mark Kantrowitz
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Academic and Leadership Programs for Hispanic Students
Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID)
AVID teaches organizational, study and critical-thinking skills to
students in grades 5-12. This program is available in 2,200 middle
and high schools in 36 states and 15 countries.
Center for the Advancement of Hispanics in Science and Engineering Education (CAHSEE)
CAHSEE, an organization of Hispanic scientists and engineers, sponsors
several education programs for Hispanic high school, undergraduate and
graduate students.
The Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Institute (STEM Institute)
is a summer educational program for students in the fifth through
eleventh grades.
The Central American Young Scholar Awards (CAYSA)
honor 60 Washington DC-area high school seniors.
The Young Engineer and Scientist Program (YESP)
puts Hispanic undergraduate students in research labs of government agencies.
The Young Educators Program (YEP)
is a paid ($3,000 stipend) summer program for Hispanic graduate students.
Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP)
The Higher Education Opportunity Program funds summer programs before
the freshman year to academically and economically disadvantaged
students in New York State. The programs, which are hosted by 2-year
and 4-year colleges and funded by the New York state legislature,
provide counseling, tutoring and developmental coursework to help
these students succeed in college. About 2/5 of the participating
students are Hispanic. All college applicants in New York are
automatically considered for HEOP.
Latinas Learning to Lead Summer Youth Institute
The National Hispana Leadership Institute sponsors the
Latinas Learning to Lead Summer Youth Institute. This is a
summer leadership training program for female Hispanic college
students aged 17-22. Applicants must have a 2.5 or higher GPA on a 4.0
scale. The application deadline is in early April.
Lorenzo de Zavala Youth Legislative Session (LDZ)
LDZ is a program sponsored by the National Hispanic Institute to
provide an 8-10 day summer leadership program for Latino youth. The
program teaches critical thinking and teamwork skills.
Student Support Services (SSS)
Student Support Services is a federally funded TRIO program focused on
increasing college retention and graduation rates of at-risk students by
providing mentoring, tutoring, career guidance, counseling and
advising services. It also supplements the Pell Grant with additional
financial aid.
Talent Search
Talent Search is a federally funded TRIO program that identifies and
helps students from disadvantaged backgrounds with counseling,
mentoring, tutorial services and workshops. It helps them with college
visits, college applications and financial aid.
Upward Bound
Upward Bound is a federally funded TRIO program for students from
at-risk populations, including low-income students and
first-generation college students (first in family). It provides
academic help and instruction, with the goal of helping more students
to enroll and graduate from college.
marianafesa27
3 days ago
Hello my name is mariana fernandez, I am a student in high school this is my senior year and I really want to go to the university and i would like to get an international scholarship because I am planning to study in mexico but i cant do it without a scholarship, I am a Hispanic I have a good GPA, and I am in the Honor Roll every year. I wuld appreciate if I can get any scholarship or help to make my dreams come true....thank you so much. E-mail: marianafesa27@hotmail.com
jazzy34
7 days ago
Hello may name is Jazmin Ayala i am a student in high school, I really need to get a scholarship because i want to be become the first in my family to go to a university. I don't want money to be an issue or an obstacle for me not to be someone in life. i consider my self an average student , i have a good GPA. As a hispanic i would appreciate it if i can get any type of hel. Reach me at cooltraviesa16@yahoo.com
eriklopez
14 days ago
Hello, my name is Erik Lopez i am a student in high school and iwould really like the chance to get a scholarship because all throughout high school ive had very mediocre grades and just this year my senior ive realized my potential as a student and i know that is hard t get any kind of scholarships wih a bad GPA, well i would appreciate any kind of help.I can always be reached at poofoo1@live.com Thanks
JovannyS
23 days ago
Hi my name is Jovanny Sanchez, im a student at the University of Houston. My tuition is quite a pinch on my wallet so I stress out a lot with my part-time job at Starbucks and living with a single mom sets financial boundaries. I only want the opportunity to keep studying and make something of myself. You can always reach me at Joe_sanchez522@yahoo.com
Beyo27
29 days ago
Hello my name is Omar Tejeda I am in a dental hygiene program and currently on ssi. I get tired quick because of my condition and can only focus on one thing, so I prefer school then work because with both I get tired. I have a heart condition called tricuspid atresia, and was operated 3 times. Everyone thinks I'm a miracle. Well my ssi check is not enough, I do have to help my mom and brothers with anything. So if you please contact me at my email elreyz@aim.com I would be so grateful. Thanks
RickyM71
about 1 month ago
Hello my name is Ricky Martinez Jr. and I am currently attending a school in Alaska for Marine Biology. I am a freshman and really love it here. I want to be able to continue her for the four years but medical problems with my dad is making it hard and I don't know if my mom is going to be able to afford it. I am an Eagle Scout from Kendall, New York. I would really appreciate any help someone would be able to give me. You can email me at martinez445@yahoo.com
JYR
about 1 month ago
Hi my name is Jonathan Engles I am from Wheeler, Texas. I want to major in counsling I am a real good, confident talker. I like hearing people out with their proplems. I am a twin and it is hard on my parents to send us both to college. I want to help them out by getting scholarships to help me pay for college. I would love to recieve any help. I want to say that I am a hard-worker and the money will be spent on something worthless. I would like to attend South Plains College in Texas in the fall of 2010. My e-mail is jonathanengles@yahoo.com
Monday1985
about 1 month ago
Latinos! please major in something that will make an impact! do not settle for less!!! SERIOUSLY NO LANDSCAPING, COOKING, LAUDNDRY MAJORS!
johnb012289
about 1 month ago
hello my name is johnathan gutierrez and i would appreciate it if u ca help me finacially purse my dream of writtting a book i am a student at epcc in el paso tx studying anthropology>
JorgeT99
about 1 month ago
Hi my name is Jorge Torres I'm from Ossining , NY and i am pursuing majors in Biological Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Health Science, pharmaceutical sciences, and Italian Language and Literature. I would greatly appreciate it if you can offer me any scholarships in these areas, i will gladly take the opportunity to see them.
RicardoM263
about 1 month ago
Hello my name is Ricardo, i am 16 and in my senior year at Treasure Coast High School in Port Saint Lucie, Florida. I plan to attend IRSC in the fall of next year, and once i get my AA out of the way, i want to go on to a four year university and major in Psychology. If you have any information that you feel would benefit me please contact me at Ricardo_ANDWHAT@Yahoo.com
Medina89
about 1 month ago
Hi my name is Javier. Im from connecticut and currently go to west haven high school. I plan on majoring in history or studying culinary arts, if you have any information for me please email me at medina.89@hotmail.com
GabyB10
2 months ago
Hi my name is Gaby. I am from Maryland and I was wondering if there are any scholarships for nursing, specifically neonatal nursing? If you can please let me know at Adilene09@live.com Thanks!
student3
2 months ago
I am interesting in a schoolarship because I went to continue with my studies. Please sent to my information about tihs schoolarship program.
BNFREEMAN
2 months ago
My name is Brittany I am from Fayetteville, North Carolina. I am interested in pursuing a degree as a Neonatal Nurse. If there are any scholarships in my major please contact me at JFREEMAN@CI.FAY.NC.US. Thank you!