Barreir Opportunity Scholarship
Embarking on the journey of higher education is a bold and brave step, one that is filled with both excitement and challenges. It's a path that demands determination, especially when financial hurdles loom large and threaten to derail dreams.
For many Hispanic students, these challenges are all too familiar. The dream of college often remains just that—a dream—as financial constraints tighten their grip, limiting opportunities and perpetuating a cycle that keeps higher education just out of reach.
This scholarship hopes to change that narrative. This scholarship is more than just financial aid; it's a beacon of hope. It's a commitment to break down the barriers that have held back so many bright, aspiring minds from low-income, single-parent families.This scholarship hopes to turn the tides and open doors that once seemed closed.
Any high school senior or undergraduate student of Hispanic heritage who is from a single-parent, low-income household and displays academic potential and commitment to community service may apply for this scholarship opportunity.
Please share about your journey — the struggles you've faced, the triumphs you've celebrated, and the community that has shaped you. Your narrative is powerful, and it deserves to be heard.
Please share a glimpse into your world: pictures of you, your loved ones, and the neighborhood that has been the backdrop to your life's story. Let these images speak of your resilience and hope.
Please share more about your background and family life, particularly touching on your experiences growing up in a single-family household.
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The application deadline is Sep 20, 2024. Winners will be announced on Oct 20, 2024.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Oct 20, 2024. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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Yes. The terms and conditions for this scholarship can be found here.