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Scholarships for Hispanic and Latino Students

Scholarships for Hispanic and Latino Students

Check out scholarships that are exclusive to Hispanic students.

Mark Kantrowitz / Publisher of FinAid and FastWeb

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.


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    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

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    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

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    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

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    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

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    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

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    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

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    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

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    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!

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    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>

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    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.

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    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

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    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

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    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!

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    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.

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    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!