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NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP LIST FOR HISPANICS
FOR ALL STUDENTS
ADELANTE! MBCO NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP
The Adelante! MBCO National scholarshipoffers scholarships in business-related fields, leadership training and internships for college juniors and seniors. Deadline: March 31St. Awards: $1,500 - $3,000.
Adelante! MBCO National Scholarship Tel: 877 692 1971
8415 Datapoint Drive, Suite 400 Fax: (210) 692-1951
San Antonio, TX78229Website:
ALPFA SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM Scholarships for undergraduate and graduate students who enroll fulltime and are seeking a degree in an accounting, finance or IT field. Recipients are required to be of Hispanic heritage, be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident and have a 3.0 minimum GPA. Deadline: March 15, 2006.
Hispanic College FundTel: 1800-644-4223
Shanina Rivera Tel: (213) 243-0004
E-Mail: HCF-Info@hispanic fund.orgWebsite:
AMERICAN ARCHITECTURAL FOUNDATION (AAF)-MINORITY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Renewable scholarships are awarded to minority students studying architecture on the basis of financial need and academic achievement. Deadline: December 12. Awards: $500 to $3,000. Mary Felber E-Mail: AAF Minority Scholarship Program Tel: (202) 626-7511
1735 New York Avenue, NWFax: (202) 626-7425
Washington, DC20006 web:
AMERICAN ART THERAPY ASSOCIATION – CAY DRACHNIK MINORITIES FUND
Scholarships to assist with the purchase of books and other non-tuition related expenses to minority students in the field of art therapy. Applicants must be members of the American Art Therapy Association. Deadline: June 15.
1202 Allanson Rd.Tel: 847-949-6064
Mundelein, IL60060Website:
AMERICANCOLLEGE OF HEALTHCARE EXECUTIVES
ALBERT W. DENT STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP
Scholarships awarded to minority students enrolled full time for the upcoming fall term, which is their final year in healthcare management program. Deadline: March 31. Awards: $3,500
One North Franklin Suite 1700Tel: 312-424-2800
Chicago, IL60606Website:
AMERICAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION – MINORITY SCHOLARSHIP
Renewable scholarships awarded to underrepresented minority students in dental school. Awards are based on financial need, academic achievement and recommendations. Deadline: July1. Awards: $1,000 to $2,500
211 East Chicago Ave Suite 820Tel: 312-440-2567
Chicago, IL60611Website:
AMERICAN DENTAL HYGIENISTS ASSOCIATION - SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarship available for minority students underrepresented in dental hygiene programs. Scholarships are based on financial need, academic achievement and recommendations. Only for college students (except freshmen) studying dental hygiene. Deadline: June 1, July 1. Awards: $1,000 to $2,000.
444 N. Michigan Ave Suite 3400Tel: 312-440-8944
Chicago, IL60611 Website: adha.org/institute/scholarshiplist
AMERICAN GEOLOGICAL INSTITUTE – MINORITY PROGRAM
Applications are accepted from minority college students and graduate students studying geology, geochemistry, geophysics, hydrology, meteorology, physical oceanography, planetary geology or earth science education. Deadline: March 1. Awards$ 500 to $10,000.
4220 King StreetTel: 703-379-2480 ext. 220
Alexandria, VA22302 Website:
AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERS (AICHE)-MINORITY SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS
AICHE awards students studying, or intending to study, chemical engineering. Scholarships are based on financial need and academic achievement. Applicants must be high school seniors or college students (freshmen to juniors) with a minimum GPA of 3.0.Deadline: May 15.Awards: $1,000
AICHE Minority Scholarship Awards Tel: (212) 591-7107
3 Park AvenueFax: (212)-591-8888
New York, NY10016-5991 Web site:
E-Mail:
AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS (AICPA)-SCHOLARSHIP FOR MINORITY ACCOUNTING STDUENTS
Renewable scholarships are awarded to minority students at the college sophomore to graduate level who are studying accounting. Awards are based on financial need and academics. Deadline: June 1. Awards: Up to $5,000.
1211 Avenue of the AmericasTel: 212-289-3181
New York, NY10036-8876Website:
AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS (AICPA)-MINORITY DOCTORAL FELLOWSHIPS PROGRAM
For students who have earned a master’s degree or completed at least three years of full-time employment in accounting. Must have applied or been accepted into a doctoral degree program with a concentration in accounting. Students must be enrolled full-time and have a minimum3.0 GPA to apply. AICPA also offers scholarships of up to $5,000 to minority undergraduate students majoring in accounting that have completed at least 6hrs in accounting.Awards: Up to $12,000. Deadline: April 1.
AICPA Minority Doctoral Fellowships ProgramTel: (212) 596-6270
1211 Avenue of the Americas Web site:
New York, NY10036Type Scholarships in search box
ASPEN INSTITUTE-WILLIAM RANDOLPH HEARST FELLOWSHIP FOR MINORITY STUDENTS
The William Randolph Hearst Scholarship seeks to introduce a diverse group of students to issues relating to philanthropy, volunteerism, and non-profit organizations. Applicants must be Latino, Native American, Asian, or African American. Scholarship is open to students of any major. Awards are nonrenewable. Deadline: March15 and July 15. Awards: $2,500 to $5,000
John Russell, Program CoordinatorTel: (202) 736-5800
The Aspen InstituteWeb site:
One Dupont Circle, Suite 700E-Mail:
Washington, DC, 20036
CASUALTY ACTUARIAL SOCIETY
The purpose of the Actuarial Scholarships for Minority Students program is to provide scholarships at the undergraduate or graduate level for students interested in pursuing actuarial careers. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of individual merit and financial need and are renewable. Deadline: April 14.Awards: $1,000 to $2500
475 N. Martingale Road, Suite 600Tel: 847-706-3500
Schaumburg, IL60173-2226Web site:
CHEVROLET EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP
Scholarships are awarded based on academic success, work experience, extracurricular activities, and community service. Applicants must be high school graduates with a GPA of 3.2 or better.
ScholarshipAdministrationCenterTel: 1888-377-5233
P.O. Box 80487E-Mail:
Rochester, MI48308-9988Website:
COCA-COLA SCHOLARS
The Coca-Cola scholarships assist students complete a college education.Deadline: October 31. Awards: $4,000 to $20,000
Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation, Inc. Tel: (800) 306-2653
P.O. Box 442Fax: (404) 733-5439
Atlanta, GA30301-0442E-mail:
Web site: www.coca-colascholars.org
CONGRESSIONAL HISPANIC CAUCUS INSTITUTE (CHCI)-SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS
The CHCI Scholarship Awards are afforded to Latino students who have a strong commitment toward the Latino community, a history of leadership and public service, and a desire to continue contributing in the future. Deadline: March 1, 2006.Award: $1,500 Community College - $5,000 4 year institution.
504 C Street, NE Tel: (202) 543-1771 or (800) EXCEL-DC
Washington, DC 20002Fax: (202) 546-2143
E-mail: eb site:
CONGRESSIONAL HISPANIC CAUCUS INSTITUTE (CHCI)- INTERNSHIP
Every summer CHCI offers 30 promising Latino undergraduates the opportunity to take part in an eight-week program in the nation’s capitol. Deadline: January 31. Awards: $2,000 stipends + trip to D.C. + housing.
Website: 1800 EXCELDC
CONSORTIUM FOR GRADUATE STUDY IN MANAGEMENT (CGSM)
To assist talented minorities with leadership potential to become members of the managerial ranks of American businesses. The Consortium provides full Fellowship support to enable minority students to attend MBA programs at eleven top universities, five of which are part of the GM Key Institution Program. Deadline: January 5.
5585 Pershing Suite 240 St. Louis, MO 63112-4621Website:
DATATEL SCHOLARS FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP Must be currently attending a Datatel Client college or university. In Georgia they are Agnes Scott, GeorgiaMilitaryCollege, LifeUniversity, Morehouse and OglethorpeUniversity. An essay needs to be submitted. Deadline: January 31. Awards: $700- $7,000 annually.
Judy G. Knight or Marissa I Solis Tel: (800) 486-4332, (703) 968-9000 x4549
4375 Fair Lakes CourtWebsite: Fairfax, VA22033
GATES MILLENNIUM SCHOLARS
The Gates Millennium Scholars initiative is aimed at expanding access and opportunity to higher education to those citizens who help reflect the diverse society in which we live. The GMS awards will enable to choose the institutions to attend and be prepared to assume important roles as leaders in their professions and communities. Deadline: January 13.
Gates Millennium ScholarsTel: (877) 690-4677
P.O. Box 10500 E-mail:
Fairfax, VA22031-8044 Web site:
GOVERNMENT FINANCE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA-MINORITIES IN GOVERNMENT FINANCE SCHOLARSHIP
These scholarships are awarded to upper-division undergraduates and graduate students studying public administration, governmental accounting, finance, political science, economics, or business administration (with a focus on government or nonprofit management).Awards: $5,000
Scholarship Committee
203 N. LaSalle St., Suite 2700Tel: (312) 977-9700
Chicago, IL60601-1210Fax:(312) 977-4806 web site:
HISPANIC ASSOCIATION OF COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES (HACU) SCHOLARSHIP FUND
HACU awards over $150,000 in scholarships annually. Scholarships are also available to students at HACU member schools for study abroad semesters at Laureate International Universities. Please visit their website for further details.
HACU Scholarship Fund Tel: (202) 467-0893
One DuPont Circle, NW, Suite 605Fax: (202) 496-9177
Washington, DC20036 Website:
HISPANIC BUSINESS ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship provides high school students with a GPA of at least 2.5 with money to attend an accredited postsecondary school. Students must be of Hispanic descent and have been a U.S. citizen or permanent resident for at least a year. Awards: $500- $1000.
Hispanic Business AssociationTel: (208) 442-0823
P. O. Box 603Email:
Meridian, ID83680US
HISPANICCOLLEGE FUND
The Hispanic College Fund awards scholarships and/or internships to deserving Hispanic seeking higher education leading business careers. Applicants must be in good academic standing with a minimum GPA of 3.0, financial need, and must be a U.S. citizen of Hispanic origin. Deadline: April 15th.
One Thomas Circle, NW, Suite 375Tel: (800) 644-4223
Washington, DC20005Fax: (202) 296-5400
Web site:
HISPANIC ENGINEER NATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS CORPORATION (HENAAC)
HENAAC’s mission is to seek out, recognize, honor, and document Hispanic excellence in science and technology nationwide. Applicants must be engineering, math, computer science, or material science majors, and must have an overall GPA of 3.0. In addition, applicants must have a history of academic achievement and community service.Citizenship requirements vary depending on the scholarship (all students are encouraged to apply). Deadline:April 21.Award: $500 to $5,000
3900 Whiteside Street Tel: (800) 644-4223
Los Angeles, CA90063Fax: (323) 262-0946
E-mail: Web site:
HISPANIC HERITAGE AWARDS FOUNDATION (HHAF)
The HHAF’s Hispanic Heritage Youth Award is an education grant program awarded to students excelling in the following categories: academic excellence, leadership and community service, literature/journalism, science and technology, mathematics, and sports. Open to high school seniors only. Deadline: February 3.
Hispanic Heritage Awards FoundationTel: 1 866-665-2112
2600 Virginia Avenue, NW Suite 406 Web: DC20037
JACKIE ROBINSON FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
The Jackie Robinson Foundation awards scholarships annually to minority high school seniors who have a high level of academic achievement, financial need, and leadership potential. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, a member of a minority group, and must maintain a 3.0 GPA. Deadline: March 31st.Awards: $7,200 annually
Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship
3 West 35th Street, 11th Floor Tel: (212) 290-8600
New York, NY10001Fax: (212) 290-8081
LAGRANT FOUNDATION
The Lagrant Foundation seeks to increase the number of minorities in advertising, marketing, and public relations. Applicants must be undergraduate students majoring in public relations, marketing, or advertising. Deadline: February 28th.Awards: $2,000.
Lagrant Foundation Tel:(323) 469-8680
626 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 700 Web site: Los Angeles, CA90017 Fax:(323) 469-8683
LATIN AMERICAN PROFESSIONAL WOMEN’S FOUNDATION
The Latin American Professional Women's Foundation awards scholarships to Latina students to assist them in completing a college education. The Foundation also provides role models to help mentor young Latinas.Awards: $500. Deadline: April 1
Latin American Professional Women's FoundationTel: (323) 227-9060
P.O. Box 31532
Los Angeles, CA 90031
LEAGUE OF UNITED LATIN AMERICAN CITIZENS-NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND
LULAC offers scholarships for high school seniors, undergraduates, and graduate students through its educational counterpart, the LULAC National Educational Service Centers, Inc. Applicants must be of Hispanic descent with a strong academic record. Awards are based on financial need, academicperformance, and community involvement. LULAC also offers the GE/LULAC Scholarship and the GM/ LULAC Scholarship. Deadline: March31. Awards: $250 to $1,000
LULAC National Scholarship Fund Tel: (202) 835-9646
2000 L Street NW, Suite 610 Fax: (202) 835-9685
Washington, DC20036Web site: E-mail:
LOWRIDER MAGAZINE SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Lowrider Magazine awards scholarships to Hispanic undergraduate sophomores, junior, or senior students with at least a 3.0 GPA Awards: $1,000.
Lowrider Magazine Scholarship Fund Tel: (714) 213-1000
P.O. Box 6930
Fullerton, CA 92834
MALDEF
MALDEF awards law school scholarships to Latino students in their first, second or third year of law school, and communications scholarships to students pursuing a graduate or professional degree in the field of communications.Deadline: October 2. Awards: Up to $7,000.
634 S. Spring Street 11th Floor Tel: 213 629 2512 Ext. 124 Los Angeles, CA 90014 Website:
MEXICAN AMERICAN ENGINEERS AND SCIENTISTS
The purpose of this scholarship is to assist Hispanic students in achieving their higher education goals. MAES scholarships are available on a competitive basis to undergraduate and graduate students in the fields of engineering and science. Applicants must be MAES members. Deadline: September 22. Awards: $1,000 to $4,000.
Mrs. Stacy Dees Tel: 281-557-3677 NASA/MUSP Program Director 711 W Bay Area Blvd, Suite 206 Webster, TX 77573
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF HISPANIC FEDERAL EXECUTIVES (NAHFE)-SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
The National Association of Hispanic Federal Executives awards four scholarships to graduating high school seniors who demonstrate academic excellence and financial need. The scholarship is designed to provide financial support to students in good academic standing.
Mr. Bill Rodriguez, Director of Scholarships E-mail:
National Association of Hispanic Federal Executives web:
5717 Marble Arch Way Alexandria, VA22315
NHSMBA Scholarship
The NSHMBA (National Society of Hispanic MBAs) offers scholarships to 256 outstanding Hispanic students pursuing their master’s in business administration. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents of Hispanic heritage, members of NSHMBA, and have a 3.0 GPA. Awards: $2500- $5000
National Society of Hispanic MBAS Tel: 877-467-4622
1303 Walnut Hill Lane Suite 100
Irving, TX75038
PACIFICARE FOUNDATION The Pacifcare Scholarship provides financial aid to Latino students with plans to attend an accredited university and enroll in a health care program. Applicants must have graduated high school and speak both Spanish and English fluently. Deadline: May 29 Awards: Up to $25,000.
Carol Toulson, PacifiCare Foundation Tel: 714-226-3462 P.O. Box 6006, Mailstop: CY20-359 Cypress, CA90630
SOCIETY OF HISPANIC PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS (SHPE) FOUNDATION
The SHPE Foundation awards scholarships to Hispanic engineering and science students. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic achievement, financial need, and involvement in school, community activities, career goals, and counselor recommendations. Applicants must be graduating high school seniors, current undergraduates, or graduate students.Deadline: February 1.
Kathy Borunda E-Mail:
SHPE Foundation Tel: (323) 415-9600
3900 Whiteside StreetFax: (323) 415-7038
Los Angeles, CA90063Web site:
UNITED NEGROCOLLEGE FUND (UNCF)
The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) is a comprehensive minority higher education assistance organization. Applicants can be High School seniors, college sophomores, juniors and graduate students.
8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive, 4th FloorTel: 1-866-671-7237
Fairfax, VA22031-4511 Website:
U.S. HISPANIC LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE (USHLI) DR. JUAN ANDRADE SCHOLARSHIP FOR YOUNG HISPANIC LEADERS
The U.S. Hispanic Leadership Institute began awarding scholarships in 1994 to assist Latino students in obtaining a college education. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or legal residents, must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment as full-time students in a four-year college or university in the U.S. or U.S. territories, and must demonstrate a verifiable need for financial support. At least one parent must be of Hispanic ancestry. Deadline: January 15. Awards: $1,000
Dr. Juan Andrade Scholarship for Young Hispanic Leaders
U.S. Hispanic Leadership Institute Tel: (312) 427-8683
431 South Dearborn Street, Suite 1203 E-mail:
Chicago, IL60605-1152 Web site:
WORLD STUDIO FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS
The World Studio Foundation awards scholarships to students majoring in an art career. Students must show exceptional promise in their chosen field, have an interest in using their profession to give back to society, and be prepared to examine issues of cultural identity in submitted work. Applications from current high school seniors, undergraduates, and graduate students are accepted. Deadline: April14.Awards range from $500 to $2,500.
World Studio Foundation Scholarships Tel: (212) 366-1317
225 Varick Street, 9th Floor Fax: (212) 807-0024
New York, NY10014Web site: E-mail:
XEROX CORPORATION-TECHNICAL MINORITY SCHOLARSHIP FUND
The Technical Minority Scholarship Program was developed to provide financial support and meaningful experiences for minorities. Scholarships are made available to minorities enrolled in a technical degree program at the bachelor level or above. Applicants must be permanent residents or citizens of the United States and full-time undergraduate or graduate students.Awards: $1,000 to $10,000. Deadline: September 14.
Technical Minority Scholarship Fund Tel: (716) 422-7689
150 State St. 4th floor Website:
Rochester, NY14609
FOR STUDENTS REGARDLESS IMMIGRATION STATUS
THE AYN RAND INSTITUTE: ESSAY CONTEST
There are three different essay contest throughout the year: 1) 9th and 10th graders, 2) 11th and 12th graders, and 3) for college students. Open to international students but may require a social security number. Call to inquire. Awards: $30-$10,000.
The Fountainhead Essay Contest, Dept. W
The Ayn Rand
P.O. Box 57044(949) 222-6550
Irvine, CA92619-7044
BARBARA WIEDNER AND DOROTHY VANDERCOOK PEACE SCHOLARSHIP Wiender & Vandercook MSF offers scholarship to HS senior or college freshman who must about their activities regarding conflict resolution or community service. Two letters of recommendation are required. Deadline: March 1. Awards: $250 to $500.
Wiedner & Vandercook Tel: (530) 265-3887
Leal Portis, Chairperson Email:
301 Redbud Way Website: Nevada City, CA 95959
CALIFORNIA CHICANO NEWS MEDIA ASSOCIATION
CCNMA offers scholarships to Hispanic college students and graduating high school seniors attending a college or university in California or California Latino residents who are attending a university outside of California. Students may major in any field, but must be able to prove sincere interest in pursuing a career in journalism. Deadline: April 1. Awards: $500 to $2000.
One CaliforniaPlaza Tel: 213-437-4408
300 S. Grand Ave.
Los Angeles, CA90071
CELIA & MARCOS SCHOLARSHIP FUND
The mission of the Celia & Marcos Scholarship Fund is to overcome the tragic dropout rate of Latino students in Georgia. Scholarship is available to outstanding young Latinos whodo not have access to other available grants. Eligible students must have: 1) recently graduated from an accredited Georgia high school; 2) applied and been accepted by an accredited college, university, or graduate school; 3) GPA of 3.0 or better on a scale of 4.0. Awards: $1,250 to $5,000. Deadline: May 13.
Imelda Hernandez-Cruz Tel: 678-760-2826
P.O. Box 1384 Website:
Roswell, GA 30077-1384
E-mail:
COALITION FOR NOURSING CARREERS
The Coalition offers scholarships two times a year for students in accredited nursing programs across California. The focus of this scholarship is to support nursing students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, and those who are part of a group that is currently underrepresented in the nursing profession in California. Deadline: TBD Awards: $2,000.
1800 Harrison Street, 17th Floor
Oakland, CA94612
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR GREATER ATLANTA
TCF’s scholarships provide financial support to students attending undergraduate and graduate school. Each scholarship has different purposes and criteria, as established by the donor. For details about each scholarship fund, please refer to their website.