Best Scholarships for Hispanic and Latino Students in the U.S. (2025)

These scholarships are designed to support students of Hispanic or Latino heritage who are pursuing higher education. They vary in eligibility requirements, award amounts, and fields of study but all aim to reduce financial barriers.

1. Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF)

Award: $500 – $5,000
Eligibility: U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or DACA recipients of Hispanic heritage with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (high school) or 2.5 (college).

2. McDonald’s HACER National Scholarship

Award: Up to $100,000
Eligibility: High school seniors with at least one parent of Hispanic heritage. Must demonstrate academic achievement and financial need.

3. TheDream.US National Scholarship

Award: Up to $33,000 for a bachelor’s degree
Eligibility: Undocumented students (DACA or TPS eligible) graduating from a U.S. high school and planning to attend a partner college.

4. Prospanica Foundation Scholarship

Award: Up to $5,000
Eligibility: Hispanic students pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees, particularly in business.

5. Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) Scholarship

Award: Varies
Eligibility: Hispanic students majoring in STEM fields. Requires SHPE membership and minimum GPA of 2.75.

6. Café Bustelo El Café del Futuro Scholarship

Award: $5,000
Eligibility: Latino students attending a Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) member institution.

7. La Unidad Latina Foundation Scholarship

Award: $500 – $1,000
Eligibility: Hispanic students enrolled in bachelor’s or master’s programs with at least a 2.8 GPA.

8. LULAC National Scholarship Fund

Award: $250 – $2,000
Eligibility: Hispanic students with academic performance, financial need, and community involvement.

9. Great Minds in STEM (GMiS) Scholarship

Award: $500 – $5,000
Eligibility: Hispanic students pursuing degrees in STEM, with a GPA of 3.0 or higher and leadership/service experience.

10. Hispanic Heritage Foundation Youth Awards

Award: Up to $3,500
Eligibility: Hispanic high school seniors who excel in academics and leadership and plan to pursue higher education.

Tips for Success

Apply early and often: Many scholarships are competitive, so don’t limit yourself to just one.
Prepare strong essays: Personal statements should reflect your identity, goals, and leadership.
Track deadlines: Use a calendar or spreadsheet to keep everything organized.
Seek both national and local scholarships: Local organizations and Hispanic-focused community groups often offer smaller, but less competitive, awards.

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