Listed below are some companies and organizations that are offering scholarships for hispanic students.
HISPA SCHOLARSHIP
For qualified Hispanic students who are enrolled or are planning to enroll in a health related field at an accredited colleges or universities in the United States. Awards will vary from $500 to $2,000. www.hispaprofessionals.org.
HISPANIC COLLEGE FUND
For students who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and who demonstrate financial need. http://scholarships.hispanicfund.org/
HISPANIC DESIGNER INC. & J.C. PENNEY SCHOLARSHIP
For beginning Hispanic models from the ages 16-21 studying design (Graphics, Interior, Fashion). Award: $1,500 to $2,500. (972) 431-1000
HISPANIC ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP
For continuing University of Texas Arlington students who have completed a minimum of 15 hours, are of Hispanic origin with a minimum 2.5 GPA, and are enrolled full-time. Submit a transcript and a letter requesting financial aid. Award: $250. (817) 272-2197, [email protected] www.uta.edu.
HISPANIC ENGINEERS NATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS CONFERENCE
For students majoring in math, computer science, material science, or engineering. Some awards require recipient to be U.S. citizens or residents. Award: $500 to $5,000. www.henaac.org
HISPANIC SCHOLARSHIP FUND and CLUB MUSICA LATINO SCHOLARSHIPS
For students of Hispanic background, Club Musica Latino members, and entering freshmen or sophomores at a four-year college (877) 473-4636 www.hsf.net
HISPANIC COLLEGE FUND AND SALLIE MAE FIRST IN MY FAMILY SCHOLARSHIPS
For Hispanic undergraduate students in any field who are the first in their families to attend college. (507) 931-1682 www.thesalliemaefund.org/
THE HISPANIC SCHOLARSHIP FUND/NATIONAL SOCIETY OF HISPANIC MBAs
For Latino students pursuing graduate degrees in management or business. Must be U.S. citizen or permanent resident, have a minimum GPA of 3.0, Have NSHMBE membership, and be enrolled in a Master’s Degree program. www.nshmba.org
HOBSON COLLEGE VIEW
An online guide highlighting Hispanic colleges and universities. 800-927-8439 www.collegeview.com.
HOLOCAUST REMEMBERANCE SCHOLARSHIPS
A national essay contest for high school students. Students across the United States and Mexico are invited to enter. First place winners participate in an all expense-paid trip to Washington, D.C. to visit the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum and other historic sites. In addition, scholarships of up to $10,000 will be awarded to the first-place winners. www.holocaust.hklaw.com/