Amount: $5,000
Deadline: February 15 (2026 - check for 2027 updates)
Level: undergraduate, graduate
Renewable: Yes
About
HSF provides scholarships to Hispanic students to help them achieve their higher education goals. Scholarships are awarded based on merit, financial need, and an applicant's commitment to community service.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US
- GPA: 2.5+
- Demographic: hispanic
- Be of Hispanic heritage
- Plan to enroll full-time in an accredited, not-for-profit, 4-year university or graduate school
- Complete FAFSA or state-based financial aid application
Required Materials
- Online application
- Personal statement/essay
- Official transcripts
- Letters of recommendation
- FAFSA information
Timeline
Applications typically open July 1. Deadline February 15. Scholars notified in late spring.
Tips
Emphasize your Hispanic heritage and how it has influenced your academic and personal journey. Highlight leadership and community involvement. Ensure your FAFSA is completed accurately and on time.