“This is a one-time scholarship application for the Fall 2025 or Spring 2026 semester. If students fail to claim the scholarship within this timeframe, they will forfeit it.”
You must be of Hispanic descent
Official transcript of most recent grades indicating a GPA of 3.0 or higher
Copy of acceptance letter and proof of enrollment in an accredited higher education institution for a 2- or 4-year program
You must be a resident of New York State, regardless of your legal status.
Submit a letter of recommendation from a counselor, academic advisor, or teacher
Submit a letter of recommendation from a community leader
You must be available for an interview with the Scholarship Committee or the Board of Directors
Submit a 300-word essay in Word or PDF format on the following topic:
“Why is it important for Hispanics/Latinos to assume leadership roles in today’s society?”
Si usted o alguien que conoce cumple con los siguientes criterios, complete la solicitud a continuación y envíe la documentación solicitada.
La información que nos proporcione será revisada por el Comité de Becas para elegir a los ganadores de las becas. Es importante que indique todos los detalles relacionados con la universidad, planes profesionales o universitarios e información financiera.
Criterios:
Por favor adjunte una copia de sus notas (transcripts) de HS.
Información personal y familiar
You can also send this application and the requested documents by email to: Scholarships@fundacionh.org
Subject: 2025 Hispanic American Foundation Scholarships
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