01/15/2014
The Hispanic Community Affairs Council (HCAC) is now accepting scholarship applications. Scholarships are awarded to graduating high school seniors, GED recipients, community college students, students attending a four-year college or university, and students accepted into a postgraduate education or credential program. The scholarships are dedicated to recognizing the Hispanic/Latino culture and the education of Hispanic/Latino students.
Deadline: Friday, January 17, 2014
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
A Hispanic heritage as defined by the U.S. Department of Education;
A graduating senior, past-year GED recipient, community college student, transferring community college student, student attending a four-year institution, or a student accepted into a post-graduate program or teacher credential program;
A resident of Alameda County. Applicant must show proof of Alameda County residence (e.g., Alameda County address on application, Alameda County address on 1040 tax forms);
Plan to attend an accredited community college, university or approved technical or vocational school;
Community college and university scholarship recipients must be taking in at least six units/credits.
Required Documentation:
Application
Essay
Copy of all applicable 2012 1040 tax form(s) as requested or W2 if you did not file a tax return
Official transcript(s) in a sealed envelope
Photocopy of your school identification card
Signed Photo/Video Consent Form
Two (2) business-sized self-addressed (with your address), stamped envelopes
Selection Criteria:
The applicant will be evaluated on the following criteria, in order of importance:
Financial Need
Scholastic Record (i.e., GPA)
Essay
Interview
