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Caminos de Éxito: The Jose Prado Scholarship
Funded byMIRTA PradoThis scholarship aims to honor the life of Jose Prado by supporting students who are the first in their families to pursue a college degree.Funded byMIRTA PradoThis scholarship aims to honor the life of Jose Prado by supporting students who are the first in their families to pursue a college degree.Eligibility Criteria:
- Education Level: Undergraduate student
- Background: First-generation college student
- Ethnicity: Hispanic
Amount:$1,000Deadline:Jun 20, 2024One Click ApplyScholarship is awarded to
2 winners91Reinaldo Jiraud Memorial Scholarship
Funded byJiraud FamilyThis scholarship recognizes the unique challenges faced by first generation Hispanic students in pursuing higher education and the incredible determination it takes to overcome them.Funded byJiraud FamilyThis scholarship recognizes the unique challenges faced by first generation Hispanic students in pursuing higher education and the incredible determination it takes to overcome them.Eligibility Criteria:
- Background: First generation
- Ethnicity/Race: Hispanic
Amount:$500Deadline:Mar 20, 2024One Click ApplyScholarship is awarded to
1 winner92McCutcheon | Nikitin First-Generation Scholarship
Funded byKira McCutcheonThis scholarship seeks to support first-generation college students who are pursuing higher education so they can complete their degrees.Funded byKira McCutcheonThis scholarship seeks to support first-generation college students who are pursuing higher education so they can complete their degrees.Eligibility Criteria:
- Education Level: Must be an undergraduate or graduate student
- Background: Must be a first-generation college student
Amount:$500Deadline:Mar 31, 2022One Click ApplyScholarship is awarded to
1 winner93Grandmaster Nam K Hyong Scholarship
Funded byHyongIn honor of Grandmaster Nam K Hyong, this scholarship aims to give the gift of education to a hardworking, motivated student.Funded byHyongIn honor of Grandmaster Nam K Hyong, this scholarship aims to give the gift of education to a hardworking, motivated student.Eligibility Criteria:
- Background: First-generation immigrant or first-generation college student
- Field of Study: Psychology, social work, or education
Amount:$500Deadline:Aug 16, 2024One Click ApplyScholarship is awarded to
1 winner94First-Generation Educators Scholarship
Funded byGranston FamilyThis scholarship seeks to support future K-12 educators so they can positively impact the next generation of students.Funded byGranston FamilyThis scholarship seeks to support future K-12 educators so they can positively impact the next generation of students.Eligibility Criteria:
- Education Level: Must be a high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student
- Background: Must be a first-generation student
- Career of Interest: Must be interested in becoming a K-12 teacher
Amount:$2,000Deadline:Mar 14, 2022One Click ApplyScholarship is awarded to
2 winners95Journey 180 Planner Changemaker Scholarship
Funded byElite Advantage Prep LLCThis scholarship aims to support students who are the first in their families to pursue and complete a college education.Funded byElite Advantage Prep LLCThis scholarship aims to support students who are the first in their families to pursue and complete a college education.Eligibility Criteria:
- Education Level: High school senior or four-year undergraduate student
- Identity: First-generation college student
- Background: Has engaged with their community
Amount:$500Deadline:Jul 31, 2024One Click ApplyScholarship is awarded to
1 winner96Phoenix Opportunity Award
Funded byLong John NguyenThis scholarship will support first-generation college students from low-income backgrounds.Funded byLong John NguyenThis scholarship will support first-generation college students from low-income backgrounds.Eligibility Criteria:
- Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate
- Background: First-generation college student and low-income
Amount:$500Deadline:Jun 15, 2023One Click ApplyScholarship is awarded to
1 winner97Carlos F. Garcia Muentes Scholarship
Funded byThe Pride Resource NetworkIn honor and memory of Carlos Fredy Garcia Muentes, this scholarship will support immigrant students that have a passion for learning and want to create a better life for themselves, their families, and their communities.Funded byThe Pride Resource NetworkIn honor and memory of Carlos Fredy Garcia Muentes, this scholarship will support immigrant students that have a passion for learning and want to create a better life for themselves, their families, and their communities.Eligibility Criteria:
- Immigration status: First or second-generation immigrant
- Legacy Status: First-generation college student
Amount:$500Deadline:Aug 22, 2024One Click ApplyScholarship is awarded to
1 winner98Corrick Family First-Gen Scholarship
Funded byCorrick FamilyThis scholarship seeks to support first-generation college students so they can afford to pursue their academic and professional goals.Funded byCorrick FamilyThis scholarship seeks to support first-generation college students so they can afford to pursue their academic and professional goals.Eligibility Criteria:
- Education Level: Undergraduate student
- Field of Study: STEM
- Background: First-generation college student
Amount:$1,500Deadline:Aug 18, 2023One Click ApplyScholarship is awarded to
1 winner99Mortar 2021 Scholarship
Funded byMortar GroupThis scholarship will award $10,000 to one first-generation American or immigrant student enrolling full-time in a four-year undergraduate college program starting in the fall of 2021, while graduating from high school within the Tri-State area.Funded byMortar GroupThis scholarship will award $10,000 to one first-generation American or immigrant student enrolling full-time in a four-year undergraduate college program starting in the fall of 2021, while graduating from high school within the Tri-State area.Eligibility Criteria:
- Identity: First-Generation American or Immigrant
Amount:$10,000Deadline:Aug 31, 2021One Click ApplyScholarship is awarded to
0 winners100Robert Lawyer Memorial Scholarship
Funded byLawyer FamilyThis scholarship aims to support non-traditional students who are forging a new path forward for their families in higher education.Funded byLawyer FamilyThis scholarship aims to support non-traditional students who are forging a new path forward for their families in higher education.Eligibility Criteria:
- Education Level: High school, undergraduate, trade school, or graduate student
- Background: First-generation college student
- Identity: Non-traditional college student
Amount:$1,003Deadline:Sep 06, 2024One Click ApplyScholarship is awarded to
2 winners101Nikhil Desai Asian-American Experience Scholarship
Funded byNikhil DesaiThis scholarship will support an Asian-American student whose multicultural experiences have strongly influenced their current perspective.Funded byNikhil DesaiThis scholarship will support an Asian-American student whose multicultural experiences have strongly influenced their current perspective.Eligibility Criteria:
- Ethnicity: Asian-American
Amount:$1,000Deadline:Apr 01, 2021One Click ApplyScholarship is awarded to
1 winner102First Responder Futures Award
Funded byShawn CumminsThis scholarship aims to support students who are dedicated to pursuing careers as first responders.Funded byShawn CumminsThis scholarship aims to support students who are dedicated to pursuing careers as first responders.Eligibility Criteria:
- Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate, graduate, or trade school student
- Career Field: First responder (EMT, police, paramedic, firefighter, etc.)
Amount:$2,000Deadline:Aug 31, 2024One Click ApplyScholarship is awarded to
4 winners103Lisa and Josh World Scholarship
Funded byLisa and Josh, LLCThis study abroad scholarship is aimed at first-generation undergraduate students who are U.S citizens.Funded byLisa and Josh, LLCThis study abroad scholarship is aimed at first-generation undergraduate students who are U.S citizens.Eligibility Criteria:
- Education Level: Undergraduate student
- Background: First-generation college student
- Citizenship Status: U.S. citizen
- Future Plans: Accepted into a study abroad program
Amount:$5,000Deadline:Sep 01, 2024One Click ApplyScholarship is awarded to
1 winner104Skylar's Hope Scholarship
Funded bySkylar's HopeThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Skylar Holly by supporting students who share his passion for helping others and making the world safer.Funded bySkylar's HopeThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Skylar Holly by supporting students who share his passion for helping others and making the world safer.Eligibility Criteria:
- Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate, or trade school student
- Desired Career: First responder (firefighter, police, EMT, etc.)
Amount:$1,525Deadline:Jul 21, 2024One Click ApplyScholarship is awarded to
1 winner105Ella Hall-Dillon Scholarship
Funded byLetta BelleThis scholarship will support high school seniors and undergraduate students who are of African descent and are first or second generation to the United States.Funded byLetta BelleThis scholarship will support high school seniors and undergraduate students who are of African descent and are first or second generation to the United States.Eligibility Criteria:
- Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate
- GPA: 3.0 or higher
- Race/Ethnicity: African heritage
- Background: First or second generation to the U.S.
Amount:$3,470Deadline:Aug 01, 2023One Click ApplyScholarship is awarded to
3 winners106Harold Reighn Moxie Scholarship
Funded byHarold ReighnThis scholarship will be awarded to one high school senior who will be the first in their family to attend college and who also strives every day to reach their full potential!Funded byHarold ReighnThis scholarship will be awarded to one high school senior who will be the first in their family to attend college and who also strives every day to reach their full potential!All students are eligibleAmount:$1,380Deadline:Jun 01, 2021One Click ApplyScholarship is awarded to
1 winner107Community Reinvestment Grant: Pride Scholarship
Funded byThe Atlanta Pride Committee, Inc.This scholarship will support LGBTQ+ students who are passionate about being advocates in their communities.Funded byThe Atlanta Pride Committee, Inc.This scholarship will support LGBTQ+ students who are passionate about being advocates in their communities.Eligibility Criteria:
- Education Level: High school or undergraduate
- Background: First generation college student
- Identity: LGBTQ+
Amount:$2,500Deadline:May 28, 2023One Click ApplyScholarship is awarded to
1 winner108Small Seed Big Flower Scholarship
Funded byHaowen ChenThis scholarship aims to support undergraduate students who need financial assistance to achieve all of their goals in life.Funded byHaowen ChenThis scholarship aims to support undergraduate students who need financial assistance to achieve all of their goals in life.Eligibility Criteria:
- Education Level: Undergraduate student
- Race: BIPOC
- Status: First-generation student
Amount:$1,015Deadline:Nov 15, 2022One Click ApplyScholarship is awarded to
1 winner109Enrique Castillo Educational Scholarship
Funded byEnrique Castillo Scholarship FundThis scholarship is for first generation BIPOC students majoring in education, history, or English.Funded byEnrique Castillo Scholarship FundThis scholarship is for first generation BIPOC students majoring in education, history, or English.Eligibility Criteria:
- Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate, or graduate
- Race/Ethnicity: BIPOC
- Background: First-generation college student
- Major: Education, History, or English
Amount:$2,000Deadline:Jun 04, 2022One Click ApplyScholarship is awarded to
2 winners110First Generation POH Scholarship Fund
Funded byJonathan PersaudThis scholarship will support one student of West Indian or Caribbean descent who is currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in STEM.Funded byJonathan PersaudThis scholarship will support one student of West Indian or Caribbean descent who is currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in STEM.Eligibility Criteria:
- Education Level: Undergraduate
- Race/Ethnicity: West Indian or Caribbean (including Guyana)
- Major: STEM
Amount:$1,700Deadline:May 05, 2022One Click ApplyScholarship is awarded to
1 winner111Lucille Hobbs Education Scholarship
Funded byChartice HobbsThis scholarship will support first generation BIPOC students who are pursuing higher education.Funded byChartice HobbsThis scholarship will support first generation BIPOC students who are pursuing higher education.Eligibility Criteria:
- Race/ethnicity: BIPOC
- Background: First generation college student
- Education Level: High school senior or college student
Amount:$720Deadline:Apr 03, 2022One Click ApplyScholarship is awarded to
1 winner112Xavier M. Monroe Heart of Gold Memorial Scholarship
Funded byDelta Beta Psi Sorority, Inc.This scholarship aims to honor the life of Xavier M. Monroe by supporting underrepresented students on their path to higher education.Funded byDelta Beta Psi Sorority, Inc.This scholarship aims to honor the life of Xavier M. Monroe by supporting underrepresented students on their path to higher education.Eligibility Criteria:
- Education Level: High school or undergraduate student
- Race: African American
Amount:$500Deadline:Mar 21, 2024One Click ApplyScholarship is awarded to
1 winner113Minority/BIPOC Students in STEM Scholarship
Funded byFloyd|SniderThis scholarship seeks to support underrepresented students as they prepare to pursue their college education.Funded byFloyd|SniderThis scholarship seeks to support underrepresented students as they prepare to pursue their college education.Eligibility Criteria:
- Education Level: High school or undergraduate student
- Field of Study: Environmental or civil engineering, geology, or environmental science
- Race: BIPOC
- State: Oregon, Idaho, or Washington
Amount:$10,000Deadline:May 01, 2024One Click ApplyScholarship is awarded to
1 winner114Se Vale Soñar Scholarship
Funded byLeslie JimenezThis scholarship aims to provide financial support to students who are the first in their families to attend college so that they can thrive.Funded byLeslie JimenezThis scholarship aims to provide financial support to students who are the first in their families to attend college so that they can thrive.Eligibility Criteria:
- State: Arizona
- Background: First-generation college student
- Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
- Ethnicity: Hispanic/Latinx
Amount:$2,000Deadline:Jul 01, 2024One Click ApplyScholarship is awarded to
2 winners115Lisa K. Carlson DCPS Scholarship
Funded byAndrew BacaThis scholarship is to honor Lisa K Carlson, who spent her life and career helping students and families. This scholarship will benefit graduates of DC Public Schools (including adult education and STAY programs) as they pursue postsecondary education and training opportunities. All postsecondary education and training programs, tuition, and associated costs qualify for this scholarship. All 2-year, 4-year, and professional certification courses are eligible to receive funds from the Lisa K Carlson scholarship.Funded byAndrew BacaThis scholarship is to honor Lisa K Carlson, who spent her life and career helping students and families. This scholarship will benefit graduates of DC Public Schools (including adult education and STAY programs) as they pursue postsecondary education and training opportunities. All postsecondary education and training programs, tuition, and associated costs qualify for this scholarship. All 2-year, 4-year, and professional certification courses are eligible to receive funds from the Lisa K Carlson scholarship.Eligibility Criteria:
- Year in HS (if applicable): Senior (2021)
- Grad Status: Graduate of the Washington DC Public School System
Amount:$13,000Deadline:Jul 01, 2021One Click ApplyScholarship is awarded to
2 winners116Ahmadi Family Scholarship
Funded byDan AhmadiThis scholarship seeks to support students who have financial need so they can afford to pursue higher education.Funded byDan AhmadiThis scholarship seeks to support students who have financial need so they can afford to pursue higher education.Eligibility Criteria:
- Education Level: High school or undergraduate student going to a community college or four-year university
- Background: First-generation student
- Family: Child of immigrant parents
- Financial Status: Has financial need
Amount:$2,000Deadline:Nov 15, 2023One Click ApplyScholarship is awarded to
4 winners117Abby's First-Generation College Student Scholarship
Funded byAbby FingerThis scholarship seeks to support a graduating high school senior who will be the first in their family to attend a four-year university.Funded byAbby FingerThis scholarship seeks to support a graduating high school senior who will be the first in their family to attend a four-year university.Eligibility Criteria:
- Education Level: Must be a high school senior
- GPA: Must have a 3.0 GPA or higher
- Future: Must be planning to attend a four-year university as a first-generation student
- Activities: Must be involved in sports or extracurriculars
Amount:$500Deadline:Jun 01, 2022One Click ApplyScholarship is awarded to
1 winner118Papi & Mamita Memorial Scholarship
Funded byRosalie McClureThis scholarship aims to help underrepresented first-generation college students pursue their undergraduate or graduate degrees.Funded byRosalie McClureThis scholarship aims to help underrepresented first-generation college students pursue their undergraduate or graduate degrees.Eligibility Criteria:
- Education Level: Must be an undergraduate or graduate student
- Race: Must be Black or Latinx
- Background: Must be a first-generation college student
Amount:$500Deadline:Mar 12, 2022One Click ApplyScholarship is awarded to
1 winner119Stephen R. Boardman Memorial Scholarship
Funded byAnonymous DonorThe goal of this scholarship is to support first generation undergraduate students, in Ohio or Indian, to attend a four year college or university.Funded byAnonymous DonorThe goal of this scholarship is to support first generation undergraduate students, in Ohio or Indian, to attend a four year college or university.Eligibility Criteria:
- Education Level: Undergraduate
- Background: First generation college student
- Religion: Any
- State: Ohio or Indiana
Amount:$2,500Deadline:Apr 17, 2023One Click ApplyScholarship is awarded to
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