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Scholarships for Hispanic and Latino Students
Check out scholarships that are exclusive to Hispanic students.
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Scholarships for Hispanic Journalism and Communications Students
These scholarships include awards for journalism, public relations, marketing, advertising and communications. See also the HACE, HACU, HHYA and HEEF scholarships programs.
Carlos M. Castañeda Journalism Scholarship
The Carlos M. Castañeda Educational Foundation awards renewable
scholarships to Spanish-speaking graduate students in journalism.
While candidates do not need to be Hispanic, they must be able to
write in Spanish at a professional level and demonstrate
knowledge of and interest in Hispanic culture and Latin American
current events. Applicants must have a 3.0 or higher GPA on a 4.0
scale. A 3.0 or higher GPA is also required for continued receipt of
the scholarship. Award amounts vary, but typically are about $7,000 a
year. The deadline is April 15.
CCNMA: Latino Journalists of California
CCNMA sponsors
scholarships
for students interested in a career in journalism, including the
Joel Garcia Memorial Scholarship
and the
Frank del Olmo Memorial Scholarship.
Applicants must either attend a California college or be a California
resident and must demonstrate financial need, academic excellence and
knowledge of Latino issues.
Award amounts vary from $1,000 to $2,000.
The deadline is in early April.
For more information, send email to CCNMA at info@ccnma.org.
Hispanic Public Relations Association (HPRA)
The Hispanic Public Relations Association sponsors one $2,500
scholarship and nine $1,000 scholarships for Latino students
pursuing a career in communications or a related field. The deadline
is in early June.
The LAGRANT Foundation
The LAGRANT Foundation sponsors $5,000 scholarships for full-time
undergraduate students at accredited 4-year colleges and $10,000
graduate fellowships. Applicants must be of African American, Asian
Pacific American, Hispanic/Latino or Native American/Alaska Native
heritage. US citizenship or permanent residency is required.
Applicants must major in a field related to public relations,
marketing or advertising and want to pursue a career in one of these
fields. Undergraduate students must have at least a 2.75 GPA on a 4.0
scale, and gradaute students must have at least a 3.2 GPA. The
deadline is in late February.
National Association of Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ)
The National Association of Hispanic Journalists offers the Ruben
Salazar Scholarship to Hispanic high school seniors, college students
and first-year graduate students interested in careers in print,
photo, broadcast or online journalism.
Applicants must be student members of NAHJ.
Award amounts range from $1,000 to $5,000. The deadline is in early April.
San Antonio Association of Hispanic Journalists
The San Antonio Association of Hispanic Journalists provides an annual
scholarship to Hispanic students majoring in journalism or
communication who demonstrate financial need. Applicants must either
attend a San Antonio college or have a permanent residence in San
Antonio or Bexar County, Texas. The application link is on the bottom
right of the web page. The deadline is at the end of June.
MarioC164
2 days ago
Hi, my name is Mario Cardiel, I'm currently a high school senior at McGavock High in Nashville, TN. I have a 4.00 GPA and will most likely be the valedictorian of my class (95% sure of that), I'm currently taking 7 AP classes, have a part-time job, I'm also doing extracurricular activities: quizbowl team, Hispanic Achievers, governmental studies. I would be the first in my family to even graduate out of high school consecuently would be the first one to go to college which I most desperately wish to. Any help would be most appreciated. Thank you. You may contact me at mario_crdl@yahoo.com.
ruiz_maria_a
3 days ago
My name is Maria. I'm currently a high school senior about to graduate in May 2010. My GPA is 3.7. I am the first in my family to attend a university. Any information on scholarships can help. You may contact me at ruiz.maria.a@gmail.com Thank you.
rosyi523
5 days ago
My name is rosa Molina, Im a senior in highschool graduating this june. I live in new york and have maintained a 3.0 gpa which hasnt been easy due to AP courses, but i have managed to pass. i want to study embryonic development research due to my aunts infertility dissability, she has inspired me to study this major because i want to be able to help so many women that are in the same situation as my aunt and with any help that can be made it will deffinatley bring me a step closer to my career goal and an oppurtunity to go to college. You may contact me at tiggerbounce523@yahoo.com any help is greatly appreciated
RamonTorres
7 days ago
Hello, my name is Ramon Torres I'm a high school senior from South Houston High School, my current GPA is 3.5 and I should be graduating sometime in June of 2010. I want to persuade a carrer in Business. I am first in my family to graduate, and would very much appreciate any help for scholarships. You may contact me at ramontorres2118@gmail.com Thank You
NullN493259
9 days ago
Hello, my name is Jesus Martinez I’m a high school senior for Napa High School, my GPA is currently a 3.5 and i should graduate in June of 2010. I am really interested in perusing a carrier in law enforcement and to major in criminal justice. I’m a first generation student and would appreciate any help for scholarships out there. Contact me at mchuy75@yahoo.com THANK YOU
jds10301
12 days ago
Hello, my name is Joel Saldivar and I am currently a junior attending the University of Texas-Pan American. I am a student athletic trainer and a major in Kinesiology. I have been doing an unpaid internship now for the past two years. I have a GPA of 3.64 and have maintaned that GPA since I first started attending as an incoming freshman in Spring of 08. I recieve financial aid yearly but this year my parent was unable to claim as a dependent and I am in jeopardy of losing my financial aid benifits. I have not worked because of my unpaid intership so I am unable to fill out a income tax return which is required to recieve financial aid. I would really appreciate a little help from where ever I can recieve it. I only need three semester to graduate and it would be a shame if I could not finish my degree because of financial reasons. If i can recieve ANY help I would greatly appreciate it. Thank You and God Bless.
MiriamMV
12 days ago
Hi, my name is Miriam Villegas. I am currently a high school student, soon to graduate in 2011. I am looking towards my future with much anxiety and hope that I will be able to achieve. With a GPA of 3.00 I will be aiming to score higher my senior year and bring out the most I can to show how much I can really apply myself in life. If there is any sort of financial help I can recieve, please contact me at miriammichelle1@yahoo.com. Thank you.
Sonia581
about 1 month ago
Hi! My name is Sonia. I'm a student at at Naugatuck Community College em CT and I'm transfering my credits to a university. My major is fashion merchandising. I'm a mother of two children and trying to finish school but I need financial help. Please help me to get a scholarship. I have a GPA of 3.57. Please reach me at mcnamaras164@aol.com. Thank You very much for taking time to read my message. Have a blessed day!
amadeus3313
about 1 month ago
Hello. I always dreamed of being an aerospace engineer. I recently graduated from flight school, and am applying to engineering programs in WI, but can't get more loans on top of my flight loans. There are no airline jobs and I'm in need of financial assistance to continue my education. Any pilot or engineer specific financial aid information would be a huge help. Thank you and please contact me at amadeus3313@yahoo.com.
manny895
2 months ago
Hello my name is Manuel Aguirre, I graduated High School in 2008. I decided to take a year off to get my head straight on what I would like to pursue. I realized that Spanish is my passion. I would like to become a spanish teacher some day. Please let me know of any scholarships that are in my reach. thank you. my email address is m_aguirre89@hotmail.com
marianafesa27
2 months 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
2 months 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
3 months 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
3 months 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
3 months 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