At a glance
Free if eligible- What it covers
- Scholars receive career, mentoring and other support. Possible scholarships range $500–$5,000 by relative need and available funding; Scholar status does not guarantee a cash award.As of Oct 16, 2026 · Hispanic Scholarship Fund ↗
- Income / financial rules
- Selection is merit-based; possible cash amounts reflect relative need and available funds, without a published fixed income ceiling here.As of Oct 16, 2026 · Hispanic Scholarship Fund ↗
- Who to check first
- Identify as Hispanic heritage and be a U.S. citizen, permanent legal resident or DACA recipient.As of Oct 16, 2026 · Hispanic Scholarship Fund ↗
- Application timing
- 2026 application deadline: February 15, 2026, closed. Later document/award phases do not reopen entry; no next-cycle dates are inferred.As of Oct 16, 2026 · Hispanic Scholarship Fund ↗
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Check your eligibility
Some items describe alternative routes rather than requirements for everyone. Use the route that applies to you as a preparation checklist; the program makes the eligibility decision.
How to apply
- 1Use HSF’s profile/sign-in application route for the correct cycle. The reviewed 2026 round closed February 15, 2026; no next-round opening is established here.As of Oct 16, 2026 · Hispanic Scholarship Fund ↗
- 2Existing selected applicants should follow document requests and funding notifications; the calendar names June–November documents and fall-2026 awards. The page lists FAFSA; DACA applicants should confirm the correct alternative documentation directly with HSF.As of Oct 16, 2026 · Hispanic Scholarship Fund ↗
What to watch for
Common questions
What is the main benefit?
Scholars receive career, mentoring and other support. Possible scholarships range $500–$5,000 by relative need and available funding; Scholar status does not guarantee a cash award.
Is there an income limit?
Selection is merit-based; possible cash amounts reflect relative need and available funds, without a published fixed income ceiling here.
When should I apply?
2026 application deadline: February 15, 2026, closed. Later document/award phases do not reopen entry; no next-cycle dates are inferred.
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