Hispanic Scholarships

For U.S. citizens who are African-Americans, Hispanic or Native American students entering their sophomore, junior or senior year of undergraduate study at the time of application. The award is made by the Planning & the Black Community Division of the American Planning Association. A $2,500 scholarship will be awarded to minority student (African-American, Hispanic or Native American) who is studying for a degree in planning or a related field (Public Administration or Environmental Science), and attending a Planning Accredited Board approved college or university.

The oldest and one of the largest scholarship programs for Hispanic students, LNSF has awarded over $20 million to deserving students since the 1930's. Awards are given to deserving Hispanic students enrolled in or attending an accredited college or university. Credibility for LNSF scholarships is based on students' academic performance, motivation, sincerity, and integrity. Because this is a community based scholarship program, you will not be eligible to apply for an LNSF scholarship is there are no participating LULAC Councils in or near your area.

To be considered for an IMGIP Fellowship, an applicant must be: (1) a citizen or permanent resident of the United States; (2) an African American, Hispanic, or Native American; (3) the recipient of an earned baccalaureate degree; and, (4) accepted for admission to a doctoral program in the fields of life sciences, physical sciences, engineering, or mathematics. Each recipient is awarded an annual stipend of $13,500; an allowance of $1,500 for books, supplies, equipment and travel; and an institutional scholarship that will cover tuition and fees. The Award is renewable for up to a maximum of three (3) years. Upon completion of the degree, and acceptance of appropriate employment, recipients are eligible to receive a $15,000 placement incentive. Award recipients must be enrolled for graduate study during each semester the Award is held and be registered for a minimum of nine (9) credit hours for Fall and Spring, and three (3) for Summer. While on an IMGIP Award, students may not hold other appointments either inside or outside the University. Also, upon degree completion, awardees must agree to seek and accept a full-time faculty appointment at an Illinois institution of higher learning for a period equal to the number of years of the Award. Recipients failing to fulfill the conditions of the Award are required to repay twenty (20) percent of the total Award.

The Joint CAS/SOA Minority Scholarship Program is available to the following groups which are under-represented in the actuarial profession: African Americans, Hispanics, and Native North Americans. All applicants MUST be either a U.S. citizen or have a permanent resident visa. A scholarship applicant should have taken at least one of the following: either a Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) or the ACT Assessment. Applicants must be admitted to a college or university offering either a program in Actuarial Science or courses that will serve to prepare the student for an actuarial career. All applicants must have demonstrated mathematical ability and evidence of some understanding of the actuarial field.

* Be of Hispanic background (one parent must be fully Hispanic or both parents must be half Hispanic) * Be a U.S. citizen or a Legal Permanent Resident * Be accepted into a graduate management/business major at an accredited college/university and be enrolled in the upcoming fall term Full-time and part-time students will be separately evaluated for scholarship awards. Applications will be evaluated on the following selection criteria: * Notable academic achievement * Participation in community development or community service * Financial need * Essay * Letters of Recommendation

Program Description:Air Products is a leading worldwide company, serving customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services.The HSF/Air Products Excellence in Engineering program will award two outstanding engineering majors with a $15,000 scholarship each. Eligible candidates should be majoring in mechanical or chemical engineering.Applicants may also be offered the opportunity to participate in a summer internship at various Air Products locations.Eligibility Requirements: * Be of Hispanic American heritage. * Be a current first year with plans to enroll as a FULL-TIME sophomore OR be a current sophomore with plans to enroll as a FULL-TIME junior. * Be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident of the United States with a valid Social Security Number at the time of application. All legal permanent residents must submit a copy of their valid permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551. * Have a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale. * Submit a current resume. * Must be majoring in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering. * Must be planning to attend selected universities (see website) * Must apply for federal financial aid by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) * Submit an essay describing their interests in engineering, accomplishments, plans, goals, and what distinguishes them from other engineering students. * Be willing to be interviewed for a possible summer internship opportunity with Air Products.

Eligibility Requirements: * Be of Hispanic heritage * Be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident with a permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551 (not expired) * Have a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale * Must enroll FULL-TIME in the academic year at an accredited college or university * Be majoring in accounting, business administration, economics, finance, management * Must apply for federal financial aid by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) * Students must be entering their Sophomore, Junior or Senior year at their college or university OR a Master's degree program for the academic school year. * Open to community college students

Eligibility Requirements: * Be of Hispanic heritage * Be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident with a permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551 (not expired) * Have a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale * Must be a verified heir of the Atrisco Land Grant. * Have plans to enroll FULL-TIME in a degree seeking program at a two or four year U.S. accredited institution in the U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands or Guam. * Must apply for federal financial aid by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) * Be pursuing first undergraduate or graduate degree

Program Description:The Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women Business Leadership Award focuses on Hispanic women with demonstrated interest in business and entrepreneurship. Students entering their junior year of college who are chosen for this highly selective program will be supported by a Goldman Sachs mentor, an HSF student advisor, and a scholarship award ($10,000 over two years at $5,000 per year). Eligibility Requirements * Be a female student completing her sophomore year with plans to enroll as a FULL-TIME junior. * Have demonstrated interest in entrepreneurship or pursuing a business career. * Have a personal statement, resume, and letter of recommendation that attest to leadership, entrepreneurial and business activities, and to how a Goldman Sachs mentor would advance those interests. * Be prepared to be possibly interviewed as part of the selection process. * Must be attending selected universities (see website) * Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. * Be of Hispanic Heritage. * Be a U.S. citizen or a legal permanent resident of the United States. * Must apply for federal financial aid by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). * Be Pell-grant eligible

Program Description:The Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF) and GMAC Financial services have partnered to provide book scholarships to assist outstanding Latino students in their purchase of college textbooks. This scholarship is open to undergraduate students in selected geographic locations pursuing degrees in Business, Communication or Urban Planning.Eligibility Requirements: * Be of Hispanic heritage * Be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident with a permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551 (not expired) * Have a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale * Must major in either one of the following: Accounting, Advertising, Business Administration, Communications, Economics, Finance, Human Resource Management, Management, Marketing, Public Policy & Management, Public Relations, or Urban Studies/Planning * Have plans to enroll FULL-TIME in a degree seeking program at a four year U.S. accredited institution in the U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands or Guam. * Must apply for federal financial aid by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)