Ricardo Cortez Legacy of Achievement Scholarship

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$500
1 winner$500
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Application Deadline
Jan 9, 2026
Winners Announced
Feb 9, 2026
Education Level
Undergraduate
Eligibility Requirements
Background:
Single father
Education Level:
Undergraduate student
School Name:
University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) or University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP)

Fathers paying child support often face many struggles when pursuing higher education, as balancing parenting with school can be difficult.

Many scholarships for parents focus on single mothers, leaving fathers paying child support underserved. When fathers paying child support are able to achieve their academic and professional goals, they have the opportunity to create a better life and future for their children, creating a lasting impact throughout generations of their family. 

This scholarship seeks to empower a father paying child support by providing financial support to help alleviate the burden of college expenses. 

Any undergraduate student at the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) or the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) may apply for this scholarship opportunity if they’re a father paying child support

To apply, tell us how this scholarship can help alleviate your financial burden.

Selection Criteria:
Ambition, Drive, Impact
Published October 1, 2025
Essay Topic

How can this scholarship help alleviate your financial burden?

400–600 words

FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is Jan 9, 2026. Winners will be announced on Feb 9, 2026.