Though people tend to use the two terms interchangeably, there is a difference. Hispanic refers to those of Spanish-speaking origin, while Latino/a refers to those of Latin American origin. That said, both groups face underrepresentation in the media and in professional positions, especially the women. Therefore, we’ve highlighted just a few scholarships for Hispanic and Latina women.
CSF Fiesta Queen Scholarship and Pageant
Amount: $1,000-$2,500
Deadline: May 30, 2020
If you are based in Colorado, this opportunity might be for you! This pageant offers four monetary awards to go toward higher education in Colorado: $2,500 to the Fiesta Queen, $1,500 to her First Attendant, $1,250 to her Second Attendant, and $1,000 to her Third Attendant. Those awarded have two years to use the funds with proof of enrollment.
Requirements: Must be a Colorado resident planning to attend a Colorado institution of higher education. Must be female, of Hispanic descent, between the ages of 18 and 22. Must have and maintain a 3.0 GPA.
Chicana / Latina Foundation Scholarship
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: March 31, 2020
Offered as merit-based scholarships, this piece of financial aid is awarded to Latina and/or Chicana students who are enrolled at a Northern California college/university.
Requirements: be a resident of a Northern California county for two years, be enrolled full-time, as an undergrad have a GPA of 2.5 or higher, as a graduate student 3.0 or higher, commit to attending the CLF leadership institute and volunteering 10 hours.
National Hispanic Business Women Association
Amount: $250-$1,000
Deadline: TBD for 2020
In their efforts to empower and encourage women, the NHBWA offers this scholarship to provide financial aid to deserving students and help them towards their goal of a college degree.
Requirements: provide 2 letters of recommendation, write 2 essays, demonstrate financial aid, be a woman of Hispanic descent.
| Lender | Rates (APR) | Eligibility | |
|---|---|---|---|
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6.97%-15.03%* Variable
5.99%-14.00%* Fixed
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Undergraduate and Graduate
|
VISIT CITIZENS |
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6.37% - 16.70% Variable
4.50% - 15.49% Fixed
|
Undergraduate and Graduate
|
VISIT SALLIE MAE |
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4.98% - 16.70% Variable
4.07% - 15.66% Fixed
|
Undergraduate and Graduate
|
VISIT CREDIBLE |
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6.07% - 11.31% Variable
4.39% - 10.39% Fixed
|
Undergraduate and Graduate
|
VISIT LENDKEY |
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6.22% - 16.08% Variable
4.09% - 15.66% Fixed
|
Undergraduate and Graduate
|
VISIT ASCENT |
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6.54% - 11.08% Variable
3.95% - 8.01% Fixed
|
Undergraduate and Graduate
|
VISIT ISL |
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5.62% - 18.26% Variable
4.11% - 15.90% Fixed
|
Undergraduate and Graduate
|
VISIT EARNEST |
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4.98% - 12.79% Variable
8.42% - 13.01% Fixed
|
Undergraduate and Graduate
|
VISIT ELFI |
