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Rompe Las Fronteras Scholarship

Funded by
$1,000
1 winner$1,000
Awarded
Application Deadline
Jun 30, 2024
Winners Announced
Jul 31, 2024
Education Level
High School
Eligibility Requirements
Education Level:
High school senior
Identity:
First-generation, low-income, and Latin American

First-generation, low-income (FGLI) students face a unique set of struggles when pursuing higher education.

The lack of college cultural capital, the lack of educational resources, and overall struggle are not easy obstacles to overcome. These issues are especially heightened when a student identifies as BIPOC as well. Higher education often seems out of reach for many individuals in the Latin American community. 

This scholarship aims to support underprivileged Latin American students who are dedicated to pursuing higher education.

Any first-generation, low-income Latin American high school senior who is planning to attend a four-year university may apply for this scholarship.

To apply, tell us about yourself, your passions, how you plan to make a difference through your career, and how being a first-generation Latin-American student has impacted your goals.

Selection Criteria:
Ambition, Drive, Need
Published March 18, 2024
Essay Topic

Please tell us a bit about yourself, what you're passionate about, and how you plan to make a positive impact on the world through your future career. How have your identities as a first-generation Latin-American student impacted your future goals?

400–600 words

Winning Application

Gissel Pizano
Saint Anne Community High SchoolSaint Anne, IL

FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is Jun 30, 2024. Winners will be announced on Jul 31, 2024.