Scholarship Resources

Scholarship Opportunities

1. Hispanic Scholarship Fund: The HSF Scholarship is designed to assist students of Hispanic heritage obtain a university degree.  Awards are based on merit; amounts range from $500 to $5,000, based on relative need, among the Scholars selected. Deadline: Please visit website and apply online.  Click Here - Website

2. Proyecto Ayuda Scholarship: A one time $1000 scholarship for students who come from a Spanish-speaking household. Students do not need to be fluent Spanish speakers. Must submit a 500 word essay along with your scholarship application. Please visit the website and apply online. Click here - Website

3. The Science Ambassador Scholarship: A full ride scholarship for female high school seniors who will study a major in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math). Must record a 3 minute educational video about yourself and your passion for STEM. Application closes Dec. 14th. Click here - Website

4. African-American student scholarships: SENIOR, A comprehensive webpage dedicated to scholarships specifically for African American students for post secondary education Deadline: Please visit the website and apply online. Click here - Website 

5. Alamo Colleges Foundation Scholarship: SENIOR, planning to attend Alamo Community Colleges Deadline: Please visit the website and apply online.  Click Here - Website 

6. American Legion Samsung Scholarship: Boys State or Girls State participant only and must be descendants of wartime veterans eligible for American Legion membership. Up to $20,000. Deadline: Please visit the website and apply online. Click Here - Website 

7.  American Legion Scholarships: American Legion Legacy Scholarship, American Legion Baseball Scholarship, Samsung American Legion Scholarship, National High School Oratorical Contest, Eagle Scout of the Year, Eight and Forty Lung and Respiratory, Disease Nursing Scholarship Fund Deadline: Various scholarships & Various deadlines. Please visit the website and apply online.  Click Here - Website 

8. Aspiring Animation Professional Scholarship: SENIOR, pursuing an animation related degree at an accredited post-secondary school or college, one year non-renewable scholarship, $1,000 Deadline: Please visit the website and apply online.  Click Here - Website 

9. A-Z's Scholarship List Click Here - Website 

10. Scholarships and Financial Aid for Students with Disabilities: Types of learning disabilities include dyslexia, dyscalculia, dyspraxia, dysgraphia, dysphasia, visual processing disorder, and auditory processing disorder. Numerous scholarships are offered specifically for students with learning disabilities, and can help alleviate some of the financial strain associated with pursuing a post secondary degree. Deadline: Please visit website and apply online. Click Here - Website 

11. The Eugene McDermott Scholars Program - The University of Texas at Dallas: Includes a full scholarship and stipend package with access to UT Dallas’ rigorous education, leadership training, cultural enrichment, and personalized opportunities designed to equip them with the skills, experience, and confidence to succeed as leaders. Valued at more than $250,000 (out-of-state) or $150,000 (in-state), the scholarship includes tuition, stipend, study abroad and professional development funding.  Deadline: Please visit website and apply online. Click Here - Website

12. Forty Acres Scholars Program - The University of Texas at Austin: The Forty Acres Scholars Program is the premier full-ride, merit-based scholarship for The University of Texas at Austin. Administered by the Texas Exes alumni association, this scholarship program offers a rich college experience that provides academic, leadership, professional, and cultural opportunities within an intimate cohort of fellow scholars. Apply early by Nov. 1st or regular by Dec. 1st. Click Here - Website

Scholarship's for undocumented students

• • TheDream.US Scholarship Description: The National Scholarship Award will cover your tuition and fees up to a maximum of $14,500 for an associate’s degree and $29,000 for a bachelor’s degree, at one of our Partner Colleges. Please note, some Scholars may be eligible for an additional stipend of up to $4,000 (or $1,000 per year) for books, supplies, and transportation. Deadline: Please visit website and apply online. Click Here - Website 

  • Proyecto Ayuda Scholarship: A one time $1000 scholarship for students who come from a Spanish-speaking household. Students do not need to be fluent Spanish speakers. Must submit a 500 word essay along with your scholarship application. U.S. citizenship or residency is NOT a requirement. Please visit the website and apply online. Click here - Website

  • Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund Description: Open to undocumented undergraduate and graduate students. Deadline: Please visit website and apply online. Click Here - Website 

  • Western Union Foundation Scholarship Open to undocumented students pursuing a college education. Deadline: Please visit website and apply online.  Click Here - Website 

  • Opportunity Scholarship for LOCKED-OUT DREAMERS Description: The Opportunity Scholarship Award will cover your tuition, fees, and on-campus housing and meals at one of our Partner Colleges up to a maximum of $80,000 for a bachelor’s degree. Deadline: Please visit website and apply online. Click Here - Website