Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute Scholarship
Deadline:
April 16, 2015
Maximum Award:
$5000 (for graduate students), $2500 (for college students)
Eligibility:
High school and college students (see comments)
Comments:
High school seniors who will attend college in the fall and college students who are enrolled full-time in an accredited community college, four-year university, or graduate/professional program. Students must have financial need. Latino students in the United States who are involved in community service activities and who demonstrate a desire to continue their involvement are eligible for the scholarship. There are no academic requirements in order to be selected.
CHCI scholarships provide recipients with a one time scholarship of:
· $1,000 community college or AA/AS granting institution
· $2,500 4-year academic institution
· $5,000 graduate-level institution
Scholarship awards are intended to provide assistance with tuition, room and board, textbooks, and other educational expenses associated with college enrollment.
Eligibility Criteria
· Full-time enrollment in a United States Department of Education accredited community college, four-year university, or graduate/professional program during the period for which scholarship is requested
· Demonstrated financial need
· Consistent, active participation in public and/or community service activities
· Strong writing skills
· U.S. citizenship or legal permanent residency
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