hsf - Hispanic Scholarship Fund

HSF offers a variety of scholarship programs for students at different points in their academic careers.

However, each HSF-administered scholarship is different, and many have varying requirements; be sure to consult all of the guidelines and requirements for the specific programs to which you plan to apply.

All HSF scholarship applicants must also apply for federal financial aid using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and if required by your school, the PROFILE.

Welcome to HSF.net Scholarships

This page provides an overview on:
General Eligibility Requirements
General Application Guidelines
HSF Scholarship Selection Process

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HSF offers a variety of scholarship programs for students at different points in their academic careers.

However, each HSF-administered scholarship is different, and many have varying requirements; be sure to consult all of the guidelines and requirements for the specific programs to which you plan to apply.

All HSF scholarship applicants must also apply for federal financial aid using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and if required by your school, the PROFILE.

GENERAL ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

To qualify for an HSF scholarship, applicants must:

* Be of Hispanic heritage: persons descended from Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban, Dominican, Central, South American or other Spanish Cultures
* Be a U.S. Citizen OR legal permanent resident
* Be enrolled full-time in a degree-seeking program at a U.S. accredited and Title IV-eligible institution in the U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, or Guam
* Must apply for federal financial aid using the FAFSA
* Be completing your first undergraduate or graduate degree

Additional restrictions or requirements may apply to specific HSF-administered scholarship programs. Please check carefully the program guidelines for each program to which you plan to apply.

SELECTION PROCESS:

Successful candidates are selected on the basis of academic achievement, personal strengths, leadership, and financial need. The selection of HSF scholars is assisted by the efforts of the ACT Recognition Program and by regional readers. HSF scholars have achieved success in many fields and often are visible role models in their communities.

How To Apply for Scholarships:

Welcome to HSF.net Scholarship Application Tips, where we highlight five areas you should focus on when applying for HSF scholarships or other scholarship programs.

STEP ONE: Build an Academic and Personal Record
STEP TWO: Be Prepared
STEP THREE: Complete Your HSF Scholarship Application
STEP FOUR: Express Gratitude
STEP FIVE: Persevere