I'm a Latino high school student looking for scholarship opportunities. Can anyone suggest the best scholarships available for Latino students? I'm interested in any that focus on community involvement or academic achievement as criteria.
There are quite a few scholarships especially designed for Latino students, and many of them do focus on community involvement or academic achievement. I'll list a few that you might find interesting:
1. Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF) - HSF provides scholarships to students of Hispanic heritage. Awards are based on merit and range from $500 to $5,000. The HSF also requires students to complete the FAFSA or state equivalents.
2. The Adelante! Fund - This scholarship is for Latino students who display leadership potential and a commitment to public service. Various awards are given each year.
3. Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute Scholarships - This program offers several scholarships for Latino students involved in public service or other community service activities, including the UPS Scholarship for undergraduates and the CHCI-United Health Foundation Scholar-Intern Program for health majors.
4. The La Unidad Latina Foundation Scholarships - This scholarship supports Hispanic undergraduates who demonstrate a commitment to community service and academic excellence. The awards range from $500 to $1,000.
5. MALDEF Scholarship Resources - Although the Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund does not provide scholarships, it does offer a useful scholarship resource guide for Latino students.
6. Esperanza Educational Fund Scholarships - Open to immigrant students across all nationalities, including Latinos. The awards range from $5,000 to $20,000.
Remember to also work on your essays and always hit the deadlines! Good Luck!
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