Top 24 Scholarships for Immigrants in April 2024

Are you an immigrant to the United States who is either in their final year of high school or who has enrolled in an undergraduate degree program within the past 6 months? Further, do you have a passion for science or engineering? If so, the Denes I. Bardos Award may be a great opportunity for you! Each year, the scholarship awards $1,000 to four (4) applicants who "excel in both their community and scientific or engineering pursuits." Applicants should also embody the values of Denes Bardos, an impressive man with a Ph.D in metallurgy and a career as an orthopedic implant researcher, by showcasing their dedication to innovation, academic excellence, and community or family service. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The NYS Friends of Senator Jack Perry Migrant Scholarship is open to high school seniors in accredited New York State high schools, or high school seniors (outside of NYS) who have previously lived in or moved to New York State. Applicants should also currently qualify for Migrant Education services in New York State, and have been accepted to a post-secondary institution in the United States. The scholarship was established to honor a migrant farmworker student from New York State needing post-secondary scholarship assistance. If you're a high school senior who currently or has previously lived in New York State, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The NYS Patrick Crowley Homeless Migrant Scholarship is open to high school seniors with a history of migration to or within New York State who have been identified as homeless during their high school career. One (1) selected recipient will be awarded $500 to go toward their post-secondary education, each year. The scholarship was established in honor of Patrick Crowley, a man who dedicated over forty-five years to the education of migrant farmworker children and their families. If you're a high school senior who has been homeless sometime during their high school career, we encourage you to apply. Keep on reading to learn more and take a step toward your future.Show Less

The Conrad Carpio Education Scholarship is a golden opportunity for young (under age 25) immigrants who entered the United States before the age of 16.  This scholarship is exclusively for DREAMers who have lived in the country for at least five years, plan to attend a post-secondary institution in the upcoming Fall semester, and who have a clean record. Each year, the scholarship awards $2,500 to applicants who submit the best 1-3-minute videos about what makes them unique, what inspires them, and why they're pursuing the degree that they chose. If you're under 25 and fit the above criteria, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The Regional Jean Degrace Crandall Memorial Scholarship will award $1,000 in post-secondary assistance to one (1) migrant farmworker or child of a migrant farmworker (with a preference for those from Mexico) with a history of migration to Dutchess, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Sullivan, Ulster, or Westchester Counties in New York State. Though not required, but because of Jean's personal interests, students with a demonstrated interest in traditional Mexican art and culture are especially encouraged to apply. This scholarship was set up as a memorial to Jean DeGrace Crandall, educator and friend to the migrant community. She worked as a Tutor Advocate for the Mid-Hudson Migrant Education Outreach Program (MEOP), a folklorist for the Dutchess County Arts Council and was the owner/operator of La Mula Chula in Rhinebeck, a store featuring fair-trade Mexican folk art, which she imported herself. If you're eligible, we encourage you to apply for this chance at post-secondary assistance and to honor Jean's legacy. Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you an immigrant or the child of immigrants living in the DMV (District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia) Metro Area who is a high school senior? If so, you might consider applying for the Esperanza Fund Scholarship! This scholarship is funded by Esperanza Education Fund, an organization that strives to help immigrant students achieve their dreams through higher education. Each year, 10 lucky students are awarded the Esperanza Fund Scholarship to help pay for their higher education. If you are a high-achieving student who was born outside of the U.S. or has two parents who were born outside of the U.S, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you an immigrant, child of immigrants, or undocumented student with demonstrated need attending one of Minnesota State’s two-year colleges? If so, you may be eligible for the John and Kathryn O’Brien Scholarship! Each semester, the scholarship awards $500 to multiple such students who are currently attending a Minnesota state two-year college and have a minimum 3.0 GPA. If this sounds like you, and you or your parents or immigrants, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you an asylum seeker/immigrant to the U.S. who now resides in Maine and is or will soon be attending a college or university in the state? If so, you may be eligible for the PROSPER Scholarship! Each year, the scholarhip awards $10,000 to multiple Aslyum seekers living in and attending a post-secondary institution in Maine. To be eligible, applicants must also hold a minimum 2.5 GPA and demonstrate financial need and FAFSA ineligibility. If you're an asylum seeker to the U.S. who is now attending an institution of higher education and restarting your life in Maine, we wish you the best and encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The Achievement Scholarship for Refugees and Immigrants in Wake County was established to provide financial support for refugee and immigrant high school graduates who reside in Wake County and will be continuing their education in a post-secondary setting. The goal is to support these students on a pathway to finding meaningful employment and becoming contributory members of their communities and adopted country. Selected recipients will earn up to $16,000 each, which can be used towards any need listed under the school’s total cost of attendance. To be eligible, applicants must be high school seniors who reside in Wake County, North Carolina, and plan to attend an in-state post-secondary institution. Most importantly, applicants must also be immigrants, refugees, or first-generation US citizens. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The Felicia Brewer Opportunity Scholarship's purpose is to create a life-transforming opportunity for first-generation or immigrant students who have overcome significant adversity, giving them the opportunity to pursue their dreams and improve their lives through education or training. The Scholarship will be awarded to students who have attended a Chapel Hill Carrboro City Schools district high school. The Fund has been created in memory of Felice (Felicia) Berkman Brewer by her father-in-law, Donald Brew. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you an Italian-American college student and a NIAF (National Italian American Foundation) member? If so, consider applying for the NIAF Scholarship Program! The program is open to NIAF members with at least one ancestor who immigrated from Italy. The National Italian American Foundation is proud to offer this as well as a variety of other scholarships to recognize Italian American students' academic achievements. Currently, the NIAF is the largest organization that represents Italian American citizens living in the United States. The foundation is dedicated to serving the community by preserving the Italian American heritage and culture and promoting a stronger relationship between the United States and Italy. Every year, their NIAF Scholarship Program chooses multiple recipients to earn up to $12,000 to go towards tuition payments and university housing accommodations. If you are an Italian-American college student looking for a scholarship opportunity, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you an undocumented immigrant student who came to U.S before the age of 16? If so, you may be eligible for the Dream.US National Scholarship! The Dream.US National Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors, high school graduates, and GED holders who came to the U.S before the age of 16 with or without DACA or TPS. Applicants must also be planning on enrolling or currently enrolled in a postsecondary, in-state public institution.  The scholarship is offered by TheDream.Us, the nation’s largest college access and success program for DREAMers, or immigrant youth who came to the U.S. at a very young age without documentation. TheDream.Us believes that all DREAMers need is an opportunity, and providing them with financial support to complete college will give them that opportunity. Thus, each year, the  Dream.US National Scholarship awards up to $16,500 for students in an associate's degree program or up to $33,000 for students in a bachelor’s degree program at one of their National Partner Colleges. If you’re an undocumented immigrant student passionate about pursuing a postsecondary education, we encourage you to apply!Show Less