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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 Medical, Dental, Pharmacy and Nursing Students
See also the HACU and SALEF scholarship programs.
Costco Pharmacy Scholar Program
The Costco Pharmacy Scholar Program provides scholarships of $500 to
$9,500 to full-time Hispanic students pursuing a degree in pharmacy at
an accredited US or Puerto Rican college or university.
Applicants must have completed one year of their pharmacy studies.
US citizenship or permanent residency is required. Applicants must
have a 3.0 or higher GPA on a 4.0 scale and must demonstrate financial need.
The deadline is March 15.
Hispanic Dental Association Foundation
The Hispanic Dental Association Foundation awards scholarships of
$1,000 to $10,000 to dental student members of the Hispanic Dental
Association. The deadline is in late May.
Kaiser Permanente College to Caring Program
The Kaiser Permanente College to Caring Program provides $8,000
renewable scholarships to full-time Hispanic college juniors or
seniors who are pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in nursing. Applicants
must be US citizens or permanent residents and reside in northern
California. A minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale is
required. Applicants must demonstrate financial need. The deadline
is March 15.
Latinos for Dental Careers Scholarship (California)
The Latinos for Dental Careers Scholarship sponsors a $1,000
scholarship for dental students and dental hygiene students in an
accredited dental program that is associated with one of the six
California dental schools. The deadline is May 31. LDC also offers
a $500 scholarship for International Dentists who want to validate
their license in California. The deadline is May 31.
Latino Medical Student Association (LMSA)
The Latino Medical Student Association sponsors several scholarships
for pre-med and medical students. Award amounts vary from $500 to
$1,000 but may also include other unspecified amounts. The deadlines
are throughout the year, from mid-September to mid-July.
Lucille and Edward R. Roybal Foundation
The Lucille and Edward R. Roybal Foundation sponsors the Public Health
Scholarship Program, which awards $2,500 undergraduate and $5,000
graduate scholarships. Applicants must be Hispanic students enrolled
in the junior or senior year of college or in a graduate pharmacy,
optometry, nursing or public health program. Applicants must have a
2.5 or higher GPA on a 4.0 scale. Recipients are selected on the basis
of financial need and a commitment to serve the interests of
low-income Latino communities in the United States. The deadline is
May 1.
National Association of Hispanic Nurses (NAHN)
The National Association of Hispanic Nurses sponsors three $1,000
scholarships for Hispanic nursing students. Applicants must have a
3.0 or higher GPA on a 4.0 scale and must be a member of NAHN. The
deadline is in mid-April.
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!