I'm a high school junior starting to think about how I'm going to pay for college. My family is Hispanic, and I've heard there are scholarships specifically for Hispanic students. Besides the big ones like the Hispanic Scholarship Fund, are there any other scholarships that I should look into? I'd love to hear about opportunities that current students have found helpful or any smaller scholarships that are maybe less competitive.
Sure, there are many scholarships specifically targeted at Hispanic students that range from local to national levels. One such scholarship is the Actuarial Diversity Scholarship, which is specifically for Black/African American, Hispanic, Native North American, and Pacific Islander students interested in pursuing a career in the actuarial profession. It awards $1,000 to $4,000 based on academic performance and actuarial exams passed.
Another is the Esperanza Education Fund Scholarship, which provides awards ranging from $5,000 to $20,000 to immigrant students and children of immigrants who will enroll at a public college or university. The scholarship is renewable for up to four years.
Also, consider the RRMF Scholarship for Latino students. This scholarship is designed for Latino high school seniors who exemplify leadership and community service. Students can be awarded up to $20,000 over four years.
The ¡Adelante! Fund has several scholarship programs available for Hispanic students, such as the American Airlines Scholarship and the ¡Adelante! Fund MillerCoors Chicago Scholarship.
Finally, there are several RMHC/HACER scholarships offered through the Ronald McDonald House Charities. The RMHC/HACER National Scholarships are four-year scholarships worth $100,000 each. There are also regional scholarships worth at least $1,000 each.
Always remember to check the specific eligibility requirements and deadlines for each scholarship. Applying early and broadly will give you the best chance of securing funds for college. Be sure to look out for scholarships offered by your state or local community, as these may be less competitive than national scholarships.
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