National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15 to October 15. It's a time to recognize contributions from Hispanic and Latino Americans to the United States as well as honor their culture, positive influence on America, and heritage.
In honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month, we've put together a list of scholarships that celebrate Hispanic and Latino roots which, in turn, award Hispanic and Latino students with opportunities to create even more contributions and accomplishments.
Mexican, Spanish-Caribbean, Central American, or South American, celebrate your rich cultural traditions, such as Hispanic Heritage Month, with a scholarship. Because one of the best ways to honor any culture is with an education.
Take a look at the following college scholarship opportunities available to students of Hispanic and Latino heritage.
Award Amount: $10,000
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Award Amount: $2,000 - $10,000
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College Scholarships for Hispanic and Latino Students:
National Dominican Day Parade Scholarship
The National Dominican Day Parade Scholarship is available to full - time students who are of Dominican descent. You must be in good academic standing to be eligible for this award. Deadline: 9/26/25Award Amount: $10,000
Nike HSI Scholarship
The Nike HSI Scholarship is available to students attending a Hispanic - Serving Institutions. You must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 to be eligible for this award. Deadline: 9/30/25Award Amount: $5,000 - $10,000
CCNMA Latino Journalists of California Scholarship
The CCNMA Latino Journalists of California Scholarship is available to Latino students who reside or attend school in California. You must be pursuing a degree in journalism to be eligible for this award. Deadline: 10/20/25Award Amount: $500 - $1,000
Sphinx Competition
The Sphinx Competition is open to Black and Latinx classical string players under the age of 30. To be considered, you must submit a video audition in one of the following categories: violin, viola, cello, or bass. Deadline: 10/20/25Award Amount: $3,000 - $50,000
Hispanic Heritage Essay Contest
The Hispanic Heritage Essay Contest is open to middle and high school students who attend a school in the Optimum service footprint. To be considered, you must choose a person, cultural experience, celebration, or tradition that has helped you to connect to Hispanic culture and explain what that means to you in 500 words or less. Essays must be in English. Deadline: 10/31/24Award Amount: $3,000
Hispanic Heritage Youth Award
The Hispanic Heritage Youth Award is available to rising high school seniors of Hispanic heritage, including Spanish, Brazilian, and Filipino. You must have a minimum 3.0 GPA to be eligible for this award. Deadline: 11/2/25Award Amount: Varies
Haz La U Scholarship
The Haz La U Scholarship is available to high school seniors of Hispanic heritage who enroll at an accredited higher education institution. You must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and be a U.S. permanent resident, U.S. citizen, or qualify under the DACA to be eligible for this award. Selected recipient will agree to attend a virtual regional awards ceremony. Deadline: 12/31/25Award Amount: $2,000 - $10,000
Hispanic Lawyers of Illinois Scholarship
The Hispanic Lawyers of Illinois Scholarship is available to Hispanic / Latino law students who have a connection to the state of Illinois. This can be defined as living, have lived, or planning to live in Illinois. Selection is based on academic merit, financial need, and commitment to the Latino community. Deadline: 1/24/25Award Amount: $5,000
NextGen Latino Leadership Program
The NextGen Latino Leadership Program is available to Latino high school sophomores and juniors who are interested in learning more about civic engagement. Through this all-expenses paid leadership experience, students will spend a week exploring Washington, DC, attend civic engagement and leadership workshops, learn about the legislative process, and build life-long friendships. Students will gain a better understanding of top issues that face the Latino community, learn how to be leaders, and how they can create change and make their voices heard. Deadline: 1/16/26Award Amount: N/A
Florida Puerto Rican Parade Scholarship
The Florida Puerto Rican Parade Scholarship is available to full - time undergraduate and graduate students of Puerto Rican heritage. You must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and submit a 1,000 - word essay to be eligible for this award. Deadline: 2/6/26Award Amount: $2,000
Andrés y María Cárdenas Family Foundation Scholarship
The Andrés y María Cárdenas Family Foundation Scholarship is available to high school seniors currently enrolled in a high school in the Northeast San Fernando Valley, students who have graduated from a high school in the Northeast San Fernando Valley, and students who are enrolled full - time at Los Angeles Mission College. Deadline: 3/14/25Award Amount: $750 - $2,000
National Hispanic Business Group Scholarship
The National Hispanic Business Group Scholarship is available to full-time students of Hispanic/Latino heritage residing in the Tri-State Region. You must be pursuing a degree in business, have a minimum GPA of 3.0, and demonstrate financial need to be eligible for this award. Deadline: VariesAward Amount: $10,000
NCRF College Expo Scholarship
The NCRF College Expo Scholarship is available to high school juniors and seniors. You must attend one of NCRF's College Expos to be eligible for this award. You must also submit a 500 - word essay on the following topic: "Why is a College Education Important to Me?" Deadline: Varies Award Amount: $500 - $2,500You Might Also Like
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