HACU Scholarship Criteria
HACU Scholarship Criteria
To be eligible to apply for HACU Scholarships, applicants must meet the following HACU Scholarship Program criteria listed below.
- Are currently enrolled at a HACU-member institution in the U.S. or Puerto Rico;
- Have graduated from a high school (or have earned a high school equivalency diploma) in the U.S. or Puerto Rico;
- Have completed your first-semester of college at a HACU-member institution;
- Intend to enroll at a HACU-member institution in the Spring of 2024 or Fall 2024 (varies by scholarship).
- If you are transferring institutions, the institution must also be HACU-member to be eligible to apply; for the most up-to-date listing of HACU-member institutions, Please Click Here.
- Demonstrate financial need if required by the scholarship sponsor (typically determined by the FAFSA or State/Institutional Aid);
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Download the HACU Scholarship Flyer (Click Here)
Scholarships Available
Scholarships Available
Please carefully review each scholarship criteria to determine eligibility.
- Scholarship Application Guide: (Download Here) This guide helps new and returning applicants navigate our HACU Scholarship application system, hacu.awardspring.com.
- The online application will automatically match you to the scholarship(s) for which you are eligible after creating your student profile.
- If you were not matched to a scholarship, then you are not eligible for HACU scholarships.
PLEASE NOTE: Additional scholarship opportunities may be added.
SiteOne Landscape Supply Scholarship
Amount |
$1,000 |
Term or Year |
Fall 2024 (2024-25 Academic Year) |
Awards Available |
5 |
Renewable |
No |
Deadline |
May 30, 2024 |
Organization |
SiteOne Landscape Supply UN1DOS Associate Resource Group |
SiteOne Landscape Supply Scholarship applicants must also meet the following scholarship criteria to qualify:
- Must be attending a 2-year or 4-year HACU Member Institution.
- Open to Undergraduate students only (must be classified as a freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior)
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Open to U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, or Legally Authorize to Work in the U.S. (SiteOne cannot provide sponsorship)
- Open to students majoring in Landscape Architecture, Construction, Biochemistry, Agrobusiness, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Entomology, Horticulture/Plant Studies, Plant Sciences, Finance, Accounting, General Business Administration, Agriculture, Arborist, Agronomy, Turf, Golf Course Planning/Management, Agronomic Management, Sales Marketing, Human Resources, Information Technology, or Logistics/Supply Chain.
SiteOne Landscape Supply Scholarship specific essay questions:
- In 250 words or less, tell us why you chose your major and how you’re going to apply it in your career?
- At SiteOne Landscape Supply, we’re obsessed with our customers’ success. Give us an example in a past internship or role where you’ve gone above and beyond to help a customer.
- How has your background/culture influenced your education?
- Would you be interested in interning with SiteOne Landscape Supply or in a future career opportunity?
LanguageCert International Student Scholarship
Amount |
$5,000 |
Term or Year |
Fall 2024 (2024-25 Academic Year) |
Awards Available |
5 |
Renewable |
No |
Deadline |
March 31, 2024 |
Organization |
LanguageCert |
LanguageCert International Student Scholarship applicants must also meet the following scholarship criteria to qualify:
- Open to ALL Majors
- Must be attending a 2-year or 4-year HACU Member Institution.
- Open to Freshman Undergraduate students only.
- Must be enrolled Full-time.
- Minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher.
- Open to International Students only.
- Applicant must show proof of English language proficiency to the HACU member school by means of the LanguageCert Academic test.
Download Language International Student Scholarship Flyer
2024 Diversity in Health Care Scholarship
Amount |
$5,000 |
Term or Year |
Fall 2024 (2024-25 Academic Year) |
Awards Available |
110 |
Renewable |
Yes |
Deadline |
May 1, 2024 |
Organization |
United Health Foundation |
Diversity in Health Care Scholarship applicants must meet the following scholarship criteria to qualify:
- Students must be enrolled in a 2-year or 4-year HACU Member.
- Open to student pursuing degrees (associate, bachelor, master, doctorate) that will lead to careers as Clinical Professionals that may include Physician, Physician Assistant, Nurse Practitioner, Certified Nurse Midwife, Nurse, Pharmacist, Dentist, Social Worker, Addiction Counselor, Clinical Psychologist, or related clinical professions.
- Open to Undergraduate (classified as a sophomore or junior) and Graduate students.
- At the time of application, students must have at least (2) two years of study remaining before their anticipated degree completion date.
- Must be enrolled full-time.
- Minimum GPA of a 3.0 or higher.
- Identifies as Hispanic/ Latino, Black/African American, Native American/ Alaska Native or Asian or is focused on the health of these communities or other underrepresented racial/ethnic groups.
Scholarship Specific Essay (250-500-word essay):
- What is your personal motivation for applying to the Diversity in Health Care Scholarship?
Renewable: scholarships may be renewed annually for up to 4 years (maximum $20,000) as long as the student maintains eligibility requirements or until the student has completed their intended degree, whichever comes first.
Benefits for Scholarship Recipient:
- All scholarship recipients will be invited to attend Webinars with HACU partners to learn about current career opportunities in their field.
- All scholarship recipients will be invited to apply for HACU National Internship Program with corporate and federal partners.
- Sophomores and Juniors will be invited to attend the Emerging Leaders' Summits.
Requirements for Scholarship Recipient:
- (25) Twenty-five Juniors are required to attend the ¡Adelante! Leadership Institute at HACU's 38th Annual Conference from November 1-3, 2024, in Aurora, Colorado (SAVE THE DATE). Expenses (travel, hotel lodging, and registration) are included as a scholarship benefit.
- (60) Sixty Sophomores are required to attend the ¡Adelante! Leadership Institute at HACU's 39th Annual Conference November 2025 in Aurora, Colorado. Expenses (travel, hotel lodging, and registration) are included as a scholarship benefit.
Please Note: Current 2023 Diversity in Health Care Scholars cannot apply for the 2024 Diversity in Health Scholarship Program application.
Career Certificate Scholarship Program
Amount |
Monetary value = $300 (no funds exchanged) |
Term or Year |
6-month online program |
Awards Available |
500 |
Deadline |
Rolling dependent on openings |
Organization |
Google |
Google has granted 500 Career Certificate Scholarships for HACU to disperse to its students attending Hispanic Serving Member Institutions. Gain the job-ready skills you need to launch or advance your career with a certificate in Google IT Support, Google IT Automation with Python, Google Data Analytics, Google Project Management or Google UX Design. See below for information about certificates offered through this initiative.
Career Certificate Scholarship Program applicants must also meet the following scholarship criteria to qualify.
- Open to ALL majors
- Must be attending a 2- or 4-year HACU Member institution
- Open to Undergraduate and Graduate students
- Must complete the program within 6 months
Scholarship specific essay question:
Please briefly share how you think the Grow with Google Career Certificate you are interested in will benefit your career and/or professional development goals.
How to Apply:
Fill out the Career Certificate Scholarship application form HERE.
Your application will be reviewed and upon selection, you will receive an invitation from Coursera learning platform to join and select the certificate you chose. You will receive automated reminders and completion emails from Coursera throughout the program. Please ensure you are reading them for updates and important information.
Application Dates:
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until all scholarships are filled. Applicants are placed on a wait list if all spots are occupied. As certificates are completed, students on the wait list will be invited to join.
Ford Fund Scholarship
Amount |
$5,000 |
Term or Year |
Spring 2024 |
Awards Available |
17 |
Renewable |
No |
Deadline |
February 1, 2024 (CLOSED) |
Organization |
Ford Motor Company Fund |
Download Ford Fund Scholarship Flyer
USTA Future Leaders in Sport Scholarship
Amount |
$5,000 |
Term or Year |
2023-24 Academic Year |
Awards Available |
4 |
Renewable |
No |
Deadline |
November 1, 2023 (CLOSED) |
Organization |
United States Tennis Association Incorporated (USTA) |
HACU announces USTA Future Leaders in Sport Scholarship recipients
Denny’s Hungry for Education Scholarship
Amount |
$2,000 |
Term or Year |
Spring 2024 (2023-24 Academic Year) |
Awards Available |
5 |
Renewable |
No |
Deadline |
November 1, 2023 (CLOSED) |
Organization |
Denny's, Inc. |
HACU announces Denny’s Hungry for Education™ Scholarship recipients
Palo Alto Networks Cyber Scholars Program
Amount |
$5,000 |
Term or Year |
Spring 2024 (2023-24 Academic Year) |
Awards Available |
6 |
Renewable |
No |
Deadline |
November 1, 2023 (CLOSED) |
Organization |
Palo Alto Networks |
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for scholarships using the AwardSpring platform?
I am in need of immediate financial aid (scholarships or emergency grants), where can I apply?
We understand your need for financial support. While we currently don't offer emergency funding, we recommend contacting your financial aid office to explore available scholarships, grants, and emergency assistance programs at your college/university. They can guide you through the specific options and assist you in finding the best solution for your situation.
What additional resources are available for Undocumented students?
Check out these links from external organizations packed with information on funding, building a supportive community, and thriving as an undocumented student - Resources for Dreamers.
We also invite you to visit our Other Scholarship Resources.
Where can I print an enrollment verification form and financial aid release form?
These forms are accessible online before you submit your application. If you have already submitted your application online, then you can choose these links: verification form, financial aid release form.
May I submit an electronic unofficial transcript and enrollment verification if my school provides them?
Yes, scholarship finalists can e-mail their supporting documents to scholarship@hacu.net.
Include your full name and school ID# on the e-mail.
What do I do with my financial aid release form?
You file this form with your financial aid office. You do not need to mail this document to HACU.
Are high school students eligible?
HACU scholarships are available to students currently enrolled at a HACU member institution, which means high school students and students in a dual-enrollment program are not eligible.
Do I have to be Hispanic or Latina/o to apply for a HACU scholarship?
No. HACU scholarships welcome students of all ethnicities and backgrounds - apply today!
If I do not attend a HACU member institution, am I eligible for a HACU scholarship?
No. HACU scholarships are for students currently enrolled at a HACU member institution.
How can my school become a member of HACU?
Please refer your school personnel to the HACU Membership page on our website by clicking here. This page provides information on how your school can join and details about our membership categories, dues and benefits. You can personally deliver a membership information packet to your college or university president.
To request a HACU membership information packet, please email your name and mailing address to our Membership Department at memberinfo@hacu.net.
The scholarship I want to apply for is not on my scholarship selection page, why not?
If you were not matched to a scholarship, then you are not eligible for that award.
Based on the information you enter, the online application will automatically match you to the scholarship(s) for which you are eligible. Please review the specific scholarship criteria.
When will I be notified if I was selected for a HACU scholarship?
We will email notification to scholarship recipients.
How are scholarship funds disbursed, and how can I use my scholarship funds?
If you are awarded a scholarship, we will mail a scholarship check directly to your financial aid office. These funds can be used for any educational expenses.
Will I receive my scholarship funds before the start of the semester?
No, scholarship funds will be disbursed after enrollment verification has been completed. Disbursements occur in September/October for the fall semester or February/March for the spring semester.
How does the scholarship award selection process work?
Once you complete your online application and the deadline has passed, your application is sent to the selected scholarship review committee who will review your application.
Once all applications have been reviewed, we will begin selecting finalists and notifying them to submit their supporting documents (official transcripts, enrollment form and letter of recommendations).
Once all documents are submitted and reviewed, recipients will be selected and notified beginning late August or early September for fall semester awards.
What other external scholarship resources are there?
If you are not eligible for a HACU scholarship, please visit our Other Scholarship Resources.
What other recommendations do you have for Financial Aid support?
We welcome you to visit our "Financial Aid Tips for College Students - Find the Resources You Need at Your College Campus."
For additional HACU Scholarship Program related questions, please reach out. We're here to help!