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Scholarships for Hispanic and Latino Students
Check out scholarships that are exclusive to Hispanic students.
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Latino Business Professionals of Silicon Valley (California)
The Latino Business Professionals of Silicon Valley (LBP) and
California Hispanic Professional Association (CHispPA) sponsor a
scholarship for underrepresented Hispanic high school and college
students from the Bay Area. Applicants must have at least a 2.0 GPA on
a 4.0 scale. Eligible majors include accounting, finance and
business. The deadline is in mid-March.
Latino Diamante Scholarship Fund (North Carolina)
The Latino Diamante Scholarship Fund sponsors two $750 scholarships for
Hispanic high school seniors who plan on enrolling at a North Carolina
college or university. Applicants must have a 2.5 or higher GPA on a
4.0 scale. The deadline is August 15. For more information, call
1-919-852-0075, write to Diamante, Inc., 315 N. Academy St. Suite 256,
Cary, NC 27513 or send email to
scholarships@diamanteinc.org.
The Latino Scholarship Fund (Connecticut)
The Latino Scholarship Fund sponsors scholarships for Hispanic high
school seniors from the Greater Danbury, Connecticut, area, including
Bethel, Brookfield, Danbury, New Fairfield, New Milford, Newtown,
Redding and Ridgefield. US citizenship or legal permanent residency is
required. Recipients are selected on the basis of financial need,
academic potential, character and integrity. The deadline is March
15.
Latin American Educational Foundation (Colorado)
The Latin American Educational Foundation provides scholarships to
Colorado residents of Hispanic heritage or to Colorado residents who
are actively involved in the Hispanic community. Applicants must have
a 3.0 or higher GPA on a 4.0 scale. Recipients are selected based on
financial need and academic excellence. Recipients are required to
perform 10 hours of community service during the year in which they
receive funding. The deadline is March 1.
New Mexico Alliance for Hispanic Education (New Mexico)
The New Mexico Alliance for Hispanic Education offers scholarships for
full-time Hispanic undergraduate and graduate students who are New
Mexico residents. Scholarship amounts range from $1,000 to $2,500.
The scholarships are open to community college students, community
college transfer students, undergraduate students and graduate
students who are pursuing their first undergraduate or graduate
degree. Applicants must be US citizens or permanent residents and
have a GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. The deadline is in
mid-February.
North Carolina Society of Hispanic Professionals (North Carolina)
The North Carolina Society of Hispanic Professionals sponsors the
North Carolina Hispanic College Fund to provide scholarships to
graduating high school seniors from North Carolina who are of Hispanic
or Latino heritage. The award amounts vary from $500 to $2,500 and
are renewable for up to a total of four years of support. Applicants
must have a 2.5 or higher GPA on a 4.0 scale or 3.5 or higher GPA on a
5.0 scale. The deadline is January 15.
Sociedad Amigos de Colombia (SADCO) (Indiana)
The Sociedad Amigos de Colombia sponsors fifteen $1,600 scholarships
for Hispanic residents of Indiana. Applicants must be high school
seniors or college freshmen, sophomores or juniors pursuing an
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree. Applicants must also have a 3.0 or
higher GPA on a 4.0 scale. Recipients are selected based on financial
need, community service and outreach. The deadline is April 30.
Valley Alliance of Mentors for Opportunities & Scholarships (VAMOS) (Texas)
The VAMOS Scholarship is open to Hispanic graduating high school
seniors from Hidalgo, Starr and Cameron counties in Texas.
Applicants must rank in the top 25% of their graduating class, have a
3.2 or higher GPA on a 4.0 scale and be eligible for the Pell Grant.
Applicants must be US citizens or legal permanent residents.
The deadline is April 1.
Young Latinas Leadership Institute (YLLI) (New York)
The Young Latinas Leadership Institute provides a scholarship program
for female Hispanic studnets at New York area colleges in partnership
with The City University of New York. Five $1,000 scholarships are
awarded each year. Applicants must have a 3.0 or higher GPA on a 4.0
scale.


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!