| Name |
CHCI Scholarship |
| Number of Awards |
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| Award Value |
$1,000 - $5,000 |
| Award Type |
Need-Based Scholarship
Merit-Based Scholarship |
| Accept Applications |
Until April 16 |
| Renewable |
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| Scholarship Links |
More Information
Application |
| Contact |
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute
911 2nd Street NE
Washington,
District of Columbia
20002
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| Phone |
(202)543-1771 |
| Fax |
(202)546-2143 |
| Email |
wgil@chci.org |
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CHCI's scholarship opportunities are afforded to Latino students who have a history of performing public service-oriented activities in their communities and who demonstrate a desire to continue their civic engagement in the future. There is no GPA or academic major requirement. Students with excellent leadership potential are encouraged to apply.
CHCI scholarships provide recipients with a one time scholarship of:
* $1,000 community college or AA/AS granting institution
* $2,500 4-year academic institution
* $5,000 graduate-level institution
Scholarship awards are intended to provide assistance with tuition, room and board, textbooks, and other educational expenses associated with college enrollment.
In an effort to ensure the progress of scholarship recipients and encourage completion of the post-secondary program, each scholarship award is divided over the number of years required for graduation. (i.e. a $2,500 scholarship for a college freshman will be distributed in four equal installments of $625 a year).
Eligibility Criteria
* Full-time enrollment in an accredited community college, four-year university, or graduate/professional program during the period for which scholarship is requested
* Demonstrated financial need
* Consistent, active participation in public and/or community service activities
* Strong writing skills
* U.S. citizenship or legal permanent residency