Top 116 Scholarships for Hispanic Students in August 2026

Are you a Hispanic student planning on enrolling full-time in a four-year university or graduate school for the upcoming school year? If so, consider applying to the Hispanic Scholarship Fund!  Every year, the Hispanic Scholarship Fund selects ~10,000 outstanding students as HSF Scholars from a broad and talented pool of applicants. HSF Scholars have access to a full range of invaluable Scholar Support Services, including career services, mentorship, leadership development, knowledge building, and wellness training. HSF awards more than $30 million in Scholarships annually and, depending upon available funds, HSF Scholars may also be eligible to receive a scholarship, which range from $500-$5,000 and are awarded directly to students. Keep on reading to learn more!Show Less

Are you a college-bound, academically gifted, and community-oriented high school senior with at least one parent of Hispanic Heritage? If so, consider applying for the McDonald’s HACER National Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship awards 30 students between $5,000 and $100,000 each to help them pay off the costs of postsecondary education. Winners must attend a postsecondary institution the year after their selection for the scholarship. This scholarship is funded by McDonald’s itself in order to help make a difference in the lives of Hispanic college students around the country. If you’re a college-bound, Hispanic, high school senior with impressive academic and extracurricular accomplishments, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you an academically excellent high school senior from a low-income household? If so, we may have a perfect opportunity for you: the Gates Scholarship! The scholarship is extremely prestigious and generous, offering a full ride to students by covering any of their cost of attendance expenses that are not already covered by their financial aid and Student Aid Index (SAI). Applicants should ideally have an outstanding academic record, demonstrate leadership ability, and have impressive personal success skills. The scholarship is offered by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and is committed to helping low-income students realize their full potential. If you’re a low-income student who has gone above and beyond during the course of high school, we encourage you to apply to the Gates Scholarship!Show Less

Are you a full-time undergraduate or graduate student at a HACU (Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities) institution? Further, are you a U.S. citizen, permanent resident of the U.S., or eligible to work in the United States? If so, consider applying for the Cafe Bustelo El Cafe Del Futuro Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship awards $5,000 to 25 students who meet the above eligibility criteria. In order to apply, you must submit an essay (maximum of 600 words) about how your Latino heritage and community has motivated you to obtain a college degree and how you plan on giving back to your community. The scholarship is jointly offered by HACU and Cafe Bustelo, which aims to invest in the Latino community by awarding scholarships to those who seek better futures for themselves, their families, and their communities. If you fit the criteria and want some help paying for your college education, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you a Hispanic/Latino single mother who is currently enrolled in a post-secondary program? If so, the Maria Angela Bimbela Family Scholarship may be a great opportunity for you! Established in honor of Maria Angela Bimbela, an immigrant from Mexico who courageously raised four children as a housekeeper following the loss of her husband, this scholarship annually awards $250 to one (1) Hispanic/Latino single mother who is currently enrolled in college. To apply, interested students must submit a ~2,000-word essay and a transcript. Applicants may also choose to submit a recipe for inclusion in the Maria Angela Bimbela Memorial Scholarship Cookbook. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Known for being home to Tyler, the “Rose Capital of America,” Smith County, Texas’ famous rose garden features 14 acres of 300 varieties of rose bushes and 600 beds. Besides its roses, the county is also home to a quite sizable population, nearing 250,000 residents. If you are a graduating high school senior lucky enough to rose-ide in this beautiful county with plans to attend college in-state, the East Texas Communities Foundation may be offering the perfect opportunity for you! Each year, their Faulconer Scholarship awards $5,000 each to graduating seniors from a high school in the Tyler Independent School District in Smith County, Texas. Applicants must also be ethnic or racial minorities, hold a GPA between 2.0 and 3.5, and have plans to attend a college or university in Texas. Interested students must submit a completed application and FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) to be considered for the renewable scholarship. If you’re interested in discovering similar scholarships, we encourage you to explore these Texas scholarships and scholarships for minority students. Happy applying!Show Less

The Washington DC Metropolitan Area Chapter AABE Scholarship provides financial assistance to members of underrepresented minority groups who are high school seniors in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area and planning to major in an energy-related field at a college in any state.Show Less

The Rizing Tide Surge Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for graduating physical therapy students or licensed physical therapists from underrepresented racial and/or ethnic backgrounds who are entering an ABPTRFE-certified residency program. In addition, applicants must have also graduated from a CAPTE-accredited physical therapy program and have earned a minimum 3.2 GPA in their PT program. Two Surge scholarships will be awarded, each providing a one-time payment of up to $10,000 to cover any residency expenses. Don't miss out on this chance to advance your career and make a difference in your community!Show Less

The William A. Crawford Minority Teacher Scholarship is open to Black and Hispanic/Latine individuals from Indiana who are planning to teach in an underserved county in Indiana upon graduation. Applicants must be first-time undergraduate students and must agree in writing to apply for teaching positions in Indiana and, if hired, teach in Indiana for at least three years. To renew the scholarship for subsequent academic years, a recipient must reapply for the scholarship each year and maintain the cumulative grade point average (GPA) required for admission to the institution’s school of education or at least a 2.0 on a 4.0 scale or the equivalent if the school does not require a minimum GPA. If you're an aspiring Black or Hispanic/Latino teacher from Indiana, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more. P.S.: Bear in mind that the scholarship eligibility requirements are changing after June 30, 2025. If you are applying after this date, be sure to check the William A. Crawford Minority Teacher Scholarship's webpage for the updated requirements.Show Less

The Foundation Education Award Scholarship is looking to help medical students from diverse backgrounds fund their medical school costs. Applicants who are African American/Black, Hispanic/Latino, Native American, or Southeast Asian are eligible to apply. In addition, you must be a Pennsylvania resident for at least 12 months prior to registering as a medical student and be enrolled full-time in an accredited Pennsylvania medical school. If you're a Pennsylvania medical school student from an underrepresented background, don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to further your education and career! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you a college student facing economic hardship? Further, are you residing in California, Florida, Missouri, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Puerto Rico, or Texas? If so, consider applying for Macy's Emergency Scholarship Fund! The scholarship is open to full-time university students residing in the listed states/regions who are experiencing emergency financial need. Events that will qualify students for this scholarship include the following: change in family income, loss of job, death of an immediate family member, natural disaster, eviction or home foreclosure, burglary, and fire. Each year, the scholarship awards multiple recipients up to $500 to support them during their times of need. If you're a college student in California, Florida, Missouri, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Puerto Rico, or Texas that has been impacted by an unexpected hardship affecting your education, we encourage you to apply! Show Less

Are you attending the Flatiron School and are from an underrepresented community or background? If so, consider applying for the Flatiron School Access Scholarship! The scholarship is open to underrepresented students enrolled in a Flatiron School program who are looking for financial assistance to afford their schooling costs. Eligible applicants include women, underrepresented minorities, people with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ+ students, and low-income students. Through the Access scholarship, the Flatiron School hopes to provide opportunities for students who are motivated despite the challenges they face. Thus, every year, select scholarship applicants are chosen to earn up to $5,000 to help cover tuition for full-time programs. If you are a Flatiron School student from an underrepresented community, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you a female dancer of color between 6 and 16 years old who has enrolled in a year-long dance program? If so, the Kennedy George and Ava Holloway Dance for Change Scholarship may be a great opportunity for you! Each year, the scholarship is awarded to young dance enthusiasts who are making a positive impact in their schools or communities, and who may need financial assistance to continue dancing. If you're a young, female dancer of color who has enrolled in a year-long dance program, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you a first-year MBA student seeking a summer internship at Goldman Sachs? You might consider applying for the Goldman Sachs MBA Fellowship! This program is open to Black, Hispanic/Latinx, Native American, and female students currently enrolled in a Master of Business Administration program. The fellowship is funded by Goldman Sachs themselves and is an excellent opportunity for students interested in investment banking or private wealth management. Fellowship recipients receive a $35,000 award in addition to the Summer Associate salary. Upon successful completion of the summer internship and acceptance of a full-time offer, fellowship recipients will be awarded an additional $40,000. If you’re a first-year MBA student looking to get your foot in the door at a multinational investment bank like Goldman Sachs, consider applying!Show Less

Are you a high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student currently or planning to enroll in a postsecondary school? If so, consider applying to the Design Your Future Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship offers two $2,500 awards to applicants who write an essay about their dream future life and career, and how they plan on achieving such goals with the help of the scholarship. While every student is welcome to apply, bear in mind that preference will be given to underrepresented minorities and those pursuing design and engineering-related fields. The scholarship is funded by Chairish, an online, vintage furniture, art, and home accessories platform. If you want to “design your future” and potentially earn some money to fund your journey too, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you an LGBTQ+ or minority high school graduate who is now enrolled in a U.S. post-secondary institution? If so, consider applying for the SOULE Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship awards up to $5,000 to help eligible youth pursue an undergraduate or graduate degree. The scholarship is offered by The SOULE Foundation, an organization “designed to create an experience geared to support, develop and promote the educational advancement of LGBTQ youth and young people of color.” If you win the scholarship, bear in mind that you must attend the Soule Foundation Gala and be available for a photo/video shoot. If you’re a high school student from an underrepresented background who is currently in pursuit of a postsecondary degree, we encourage you to apply for the SOULE Scholarship!Show Less

Are you a current undergraduate student attending a HACU (Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities) member institution? Further, have you completed at least one semester of college? If so, you may be eligible for some of the many HACU Scholarship Program Scholarships! There are a variety of scholarships available, offering between $500 and $5,000 to winning applicants. The scholarships are offered by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU), an organization dedicated to “improving access to and the quality of post-secondary educational opportunities for Hispanic students.” To find out more about each scholarship’s specific requirements, we recommend checking out their individual sections on the HACU website. If you do fit the criteria for any of the scholarships, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you an underrepresented minority student currently attending a medical school or healthcare program in the U.S? If so, consider applying for the NMF scholarships! The scholarships are open to underrepresented minority graduate students currently enrolled in varying accredited healthcare programs in the U.S. They are funded by the National Medical Fellowships, a nonprofit organization in the United States that provides scholarships and support for underrepresented students in medicine and other health professions. NMF Scholarship Programs recognize merit as well as financial need. They actively seek and welcome partnerships to build and expand the types and amount of support they provide to our scholars. With that said, if you’re an underrepresented minority in healthcare who is committed to serving medically underserved communities, we encourage you to apply! Bear in mind that both awards and specific eligibility criteria may vary for each individual scholarship program. Show Less

Are you a second-through-fourth-year medical student in the U.S. who is part of an underrepresented minority group? If so, consider applying for the NMF Emergency Scholarship Fund! This scholarship is open to second-, third-, and fourth-year underrepresented medical students currently enrolled in accredited medical or osteopathic medicine schools located in the US. Applicants must also be experiencing financial need that prevents or severely hinders them from continuing their medical education. The scholarship is funded by the National Medical Fellowships, a nonprofit organization in the United States that provides scholarships and support for underrepresented students in medicine and the health professions. It awards between $2,000 and $5,000 in financial assistance to help lucky students pay for their medical school expenses. If you’re an underrepresented minority passionate about achieving your medical education goals and you are looking for some help to pay off your degree, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Medical students with a desire to serve medically underrepresented communities, be sure to check out the Health Care Scholars United Program! Each year, the program awards $7,000 to multiple second-, third-, and fourth-year underrepresented medical students who are dedicated to serving underserved communities. In addition to the monetary reward, recipients will be required to complete their program requirements between December and June following the application deadline. Some of these include: completing 200 service-learning hours in an underserved community, writing a report on a community health project, creating a poster to be displayed at the program's culminating event, and participating in and presenting at this event. If this scholarship sounds like a fit for you, keep on reading for more application details!Show Less

Are you a minority planning on enrolling full-time in a postsecondary institution in the upcoming Fall? If so, look no further than the BLM² Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship program awards $1,000 scholarships to students wishing to begin higher education in the upcoming academic year. As the BLM² Scholarship Foundation prides itself on providing minorities with scholarships to help reduce the financial burden of paying for college, applicants must belong to a minority group (e.g. African American, Hispanic, Asian, Pacific American, Alaska Native, etc) to qualify for the scholarship. Applicants must also hold a minimum 3.0 GPA. If you're a college-bound minority excited to pursue your postsecondary education, keep on reading to learn more! Apply now and take a step towards your future.Show Less

The California Library Association Scholarship for Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) Students in Memory of Edna Yelland encourages and supports minority students in the attainment of a graduate degree in library or information studies and encourages commitment to the improvement of library services to BIPOC communities. Applicants must also be California residents and intend to work in a California library upon graduation. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you a Wisconsin resident and minority undergraduate student who is currently attending a Wisconsin Technical College, an Independent College or University, or a Tribal College? If so, you may be eligible for the Minority Undergraduate Retention Grant! Each year, the grant awards between $250 and $2,500 to multiple eligible students who submit their FAFSA and are nominated by the Financial Aid Office. For the purposes of the grant, a minority student is defined as a student who is either an African American, American Indian, Hispanic, or Southeast Asian from Laos, Cambodia, or Vietnam admitted to the U. S. after December 31, 1975. Applicants must also have completed at least their first year of college to be eligible. If you fit these criteria and are attending a Wisconsin Technical College, an Independent College or University, or a Tribal College, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The Connecticut Association of Latinos in Higher Education Scholarships are open to individuals who demonstrate involvement with, and commitment to, activities that promote Latinos in the pursuit of education. Applicants must have a 2.75 GPA and be Latinx students from Connecticut. Bear in mind that this scholarship is renewable for one year only, so recipients must reapply to be considered again. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The Freedom From Religion Foundation Forward Freethought Scholarship provides financial assistance for college to high school seniors of African American, Latinx, Asian/Pacific Islander, and Native American descent.Show Less