Explore some scholarship resources (regional scholarships, national scholarships, scholarship search engines, pre-college programs, and college fly-in programs) by clicking on the following links. At the end of this page, there is a link to a list of universities that will meet 100% of financial need. As you are finishing up your high school career, look for leadership and community service and strive for good grades! Please note that some of the scholarship/program descriptions, deadlines, and eligibility may change over time, so make sure to check the website to confirm details.
Explora algunos recursos para becas apretando en los siguientes sitios de internet.
Explora algunos recursos para becas apretando en los siguientes sitios de internet.
Regional Scholarships
Here are some opportunities for regional scholarships. Be sure to connect with your counselors to find more local opportunities!
OSAC
Website: oregonstudentaid.gov/apply-here.aspx
Deadline: March 1st
Description: Scholarships for seniors. Complete one scholarship application that you can use to apply to several scholarships within a pool of 500. Scholarships vary with eligibility requirements. Many are need-based and/or career specific.
Oregon Promise
Website: oregonstudentaid.gov/apply-here.aspx
Deadline: June 1st
Description: A state grant that helps cover tuition at any Oregon community college for recent high school graduates and GED test graduates
HMCC
Website: hmccoregon.com/scholarship/
Deadline: Not yet announced, but was in January for 2018 cycle.
Description: Scholarship for Oregon Latinx/Hispanic seniors in high school.
Eligibility:
Applicant must be of Hispanic ancestry, permanently residing in Oregon or Clark County, Washington
Applicant must be currently attending a high school in Oregon or Clark County, Washington or have attended a high school in Oregon OR Clark County, Washington and currently enrolled in an accredited college.
Applicant must have at least a 3.0 GPA as evidenced by a high school or college transcript.
Applicants will be evaluated on academics, extra-curricular activities, community service, written essays and letters of recommendation.
Applicant must be enrolled by September 2019 in an accredited community college, 4-year college or university, or an accredited graduate degree program
Kaiser Permanente
Website: kaiser-scholarship.fluidreview.com
Deadline: Not yet announced, but the application opened in September and closed in December for the 2018-2019 cycle.
Description: Scholarships varying in amounts ($2,000, $5,000, and $10,000) for high school seniors who are planning on pursuing a career in the medical field. Once scholarship recipients have reached their second year of college, they are eligible to a apply for an additional one-time scholarship for their third year of college and apply for paid summer internships at Kaiser Permanente that are available exclusively to scholarship recipients.
Eligibility:
Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale (weighted).
Are planning to pursue an education and career in an approved human health care field.
Reside in the Kaiser Permanente Northwest service area and attend an eligible high school.
Plan to enroll at a U.S. accredited college or university as a full-time, degree or certificate-seeking first-year student in fall 2019. (Note: Scholarships are not payable to for-profit institutions.)
Proof of US citizenship or legal permanent residency is not required.
Abby's Closet
Website: www.abbyscloset.org/dreams-2019
Deadline: Application opens in January.
Description: Each year Abby’s Closet offers a college scholarship to one lucky recipient. The applicant that best embodies the spirit and mission of Abby’s Closet will receive the scholarship award and attend a private giveaway to select their perfect dress and accessories.
Eligibility:
Applicant must be a female high school student, in Grade 12.
Applicant must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or better, and is intending to pursue post-secondary education (college, university, trade school, etc.)
Winner must be available to select a dress at the Oregon Convention Center for the opening of the Prom Dress Giveaway.
Applicant must reside in Oregon or Washington.
Winner agrees to be interviewed, photographed and/or videotaped by Abby’s Closet, as well as any other media outlet(s). If the winner is under 18 years old, a parent or guardian must grant permission
OSAC
Website: oregonstudentaid.gov/apply-here.aspx
Deadline: March 1st
Description: Scholarships for seniors. Complete one scholarship application that you can use to apply to several scholarships within a pool of 500. Scholarships vary with eligibility requirements. Many are need-based and/or career specific.
Oregon Promise
Website: oregonstudentaid.gov/apply-here.aspx
Deadline: June 1st
Description: A state grant that helps cover tuition at any Oregon community college for recent high school graduates and GED test graduates
HMCC
Website: hmccoregon.com/scholarship/
Deadline: Not yet announced, but was in January for 2018 cycle.
Description: Scholarship for Oregon Latinx/Hispanic seniors in high school.
Eligibility:
Applicant must be of Hispanic ancestry, permanently residing in Oregon or Clark County, Washington
Applicant must be currently attending a high school in Oregon or Clark County, Washington or have attended a high school in Oregon OR Clark County, Washington and currently enrolled in an accredited college.
Applicant must have at least a 3.0 GPA as evidenced by a high school or college transcript.
Applicants will be evaluated on academics, extra-curricular activities, community service, written essays and letters of recommendation.
Applicant must be enrolled by September 2019 in an accredited community college, 4-year college or university, or an accredited graduate degree program
Kaiser Permanente
Website: kaiser-scholarship.fluidreview.com
Deadline: Not yet announced, but the application opened in September and closed in December for the 2018-2019 cycle.
Description: Scholarships varying in amounts ($2,000, $5,000, and $10,000) for high school seniors who are planning on pursuing a career in the medical field. Once scholarship recipients have reached their second year of college, they are eligible to a apply for an additional one-time scholarship for their third year of college and apply for paid summer internships at Kaiser Permanente that are available exclusively to scholarship recipients.
Eligibility:
Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale (weighted).
Are planning to pursue an education and career in an approved human health care field.
Reside in the Kaiser Permanente Northwest service area and attend an eligible high school.
Plan to enroll at a U.S. accredited college or university as a full-time, degree or certificate-seeking first-year student in fall 2019. (Note: Scholarships are not payable to for-profit institutions.)
Proof of US citizenship or legal permanent residency is not required.
Abby's Closet
Website: www.abbyscloset.org/dreams-2019
Deadline: Application opens in January.
Description: Each year Abby’s Closet offers a college scholarship to one lucky recipient. The applicant that best embodies the spirit and mission of Abby’s Closet will receive the scholarship award and attend a private giveaway to select their perfect dress and accessories.
Eligibility:
Applicant must be a female high school student, in Grade 12.
Applicant must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or better, and is intending to pursue post-secondary education (college, university, trade school, etc.)
Winner must be available to select a dress at the Oregon Convention Center for the opening of the Prom Dress Giveaway.
Applicant must reside in Oregon or Washington.
Winner agrees to be interviewed, photographed and/or videotaped by Abby’s Closet, as well as any other media outlet(s). If the winner is under 18 years old, a parent or guardian must grant permission
National Scholarships
MALDEF
Description: A list of holistic scholarships, many of which are aimed for Latinx students, put together by MALDEF (Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund). Many of these scholarships do not have citizenship requirements or inquire for immigration status. Scholarship application tips are included at the end of the list.
Website: https://www.maldef.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/2019-2020_MALDEF_Scholarship_Resource_Guide.pdf
K'elawachi Scholarship Foundation
Description: A list of scholarships for students, many of which are specific for Latinx/Hispanic people. Many of these are national scholarships, but there are also some regional ones for people in Oregon.
Website: kelawachischolarshipfoundation.com/resources-of-scholarships/
Scholarships for Minorities
Description: A list of scholarships for minority students.
Website: bit.ly/2WKUXJY
Date updated: 6/22/17
Student Resource Guide by Rep. Lucille Royball-Allard
Description: A list of scholarships, internships, fellowships, and other opportunities.
Website: bit.ly/2Itgixb
The QuestBridge Program (College Match and Prep Scholars)
Website: www.QUESTBRIDGE.org
Deadline: Application opens late summer and is open until late September (Sept. 26th 2019)
Description: Application is open to high school seniors who have shown outstanding academic ability
despite economic challenges.
Eligibility:
Open to U.S. Citizens, permanent residents, and students of any citizenship status, as long they currently attend high school in the US.
The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation
Website: www.jkcf.org
Deadline: Fall
Description: Undergraduate scholarship program available to high-achieving high school seniors with financial need. Up to $40,000 per year to attend a four-year accredited undergraduate school.
Eligibility:
Plan to graduate from a US high school
Intend to enroll in an accredited four-year college in the fall after graduation
Earn a cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.5 or above
The Gates Scholarship
Website: www.thegatesscholarship.org
Deadline: Application opens during the summer and deadline is in September.
Description: The Gates Scholarship is a highly selective, last-dollar scholarship for exceptional, Pell-eligible, minority, high school seniors. Starting in 2018, the scholarship will be awarded to 300 top student leaders each year with the intent of promoting their academic excellence through college graduation, and providing them the opportunity to reach their full potential.
Eligibility:
A high school senior from at least one of the following ethnicities: African-American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian & Pacific Islander American, and/or Hispanic American
Pell-eligible.
A US citizen, national, or permanent resident.
In good academic standing with a minimum cumulative weighted GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent)
Hispanic Scholarship Fund
Website: www.hsf.net
Deadline: Application opens in January and closes in February.
Description: Merit-based scholarship for high-achieving Latino students. Awards are based on merit; amounts range from $500 to $5,000, based on relative need, among the Scholars selected.
Eligibility:
Must be of Hispanic heritage
Minimum of 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for high school students
Minimum of 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for undergraduate and graduate students
Plan to enroll full-time in an accredited, not-for-profit, four-year university, or graduate school, during the fall of a scholarship cycle (year)
US Citizen, Permanent Legal Resident, DACA or Eligible Non-Citizen (as defined by FAFSA)
Complete FAFSA or state based financial aid application (if applicable)
Coca-Cola Scholarship
Website: www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/apply/
Deadline: Application opens in August and closes in October.
Description: An achievement-based scholarship awarded to graduating high school seniors.
Eligibility:
US citizen, permanent resident (based on guidelines used by Dep. Of education’s Fed.
Financial Aid eligibility)
Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship
Website: www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/mvs.cfm
Deadline: Opens in August and closes in November.
Description: 500 four year scholarships of varying amounts given to students based on leadership and financial need.
Eligibility:
Current high school seniors, or the equivalent, who are citizens of the United States.
HACER (McDonalds Scholarship for Hispanic Students)
Website: Not open yet, but you can find more information at blog.prepscholar.com/how-to-win-a-mcdonalds-scholarship
Deadline: Application opens in October and will likely close in late January.
Eligibility:
Have at least one parent of hispanic heritage
Must be high school seniors
Be under the age of 21
Have a minimum GPA of at least 2.7.
TheDream.US National Scholarship (For DACA Students)
Website: www.thedream.us/scholarships/national-scholarship/
Deadline: Deadline not released for this year yet, but opened in November and closed in February for the 2018 cycle.
Description: For DACA students. Covers 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 their Partner Colleges. Some Scholars may be eligible for an additional stipend of up to $4,000 (or $1,000 per year) for books, supplies, and transportation. This award is renewable each year. In addition to scholarship money, a support system is provided to help scholars navigate through college.
Eligibility:
Have graduated or will graduate from high school (or have earned or will earn a high school equivalency diploma)
Graduated or will graduate with a GPA of 2.5 or better on a 4.0 scale;
Are not and have not previously been enrolled in a four-year institution or bachelor program and have not earned more than 21 credits in a community college (not counting credits earned in a pre-college or dual enrollment program in high school);
Intend to enroll full-time in an associate or bachelor’s degree program at a Partner College no later than the Spring term academic year;
Are eligible for in-state tuition at the Partner College you want to attend (not applicable if it is a private Partner College);
Have current DACA or TPS or certify that you meet the DACA immigration eligibility criteria set forth below;
Arrived in the United States before reaching your 16th birthday; and have significant unmet financial need.
Description: A list of holistic scholarships, many of which are aimed for Latinx students, put together by MALDEF (Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund). Many of these scholarships do not have citizenship requirements or inquire for immigration status. Scholarship application tips are included at the end of the list.
Website: https://www.maldef.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/2019-2020_MALDEF_Scholarship_Resource_Guide.pdf
K'elawachi Scholarship Foundation
Description: A list of scholarships for students, many of which are specific for Latinx/Hispanic people. Many of these are national scholarships, but there are also some regional ones for people in Oregon.
Website: kelawachischolarshipfoundation.com/resources-of-scholarships/
Scholarships for Minorities
Description: A list of scholarships for minority students.
Website: bit.ly/2WKUXJY
Date updated: 6/22/17
Student Resource Guide by Rep. Lucille Royball-Allard
Description: A list of scholarships, internships, fellowships, and other opportunities.
Website: bit.ly/2Itgixb
The QuestBridge Program (College Match and Prep Scholars)
Website: www.QUESTBRIDGE.org
Deadline: Application opens late summer and is open until late September (Sept. 26th 2019)
Description: Application is open to high school seniors who have shown outstanding academic ability
despite economic challenges.
Eligibility:
Open to U.S. Citizens, permanent residents, and students of any citizenship status, as long they currently attend high school in the US.
The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation
Website: www.jkcf.org
Deadline: Fall
Description: Undergraduate scholarship program available to high-achieving high school seniors with financial need. Up to $40,000 per year to attend a four-year accredited undergraduate school.
Eligibility:
Plan to graduate from a US high school
Intend to enroll in an accredited four-year college in the fall after graduation
Earn a cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.5 or above
The Gates Scholarship
Website: www.thegatesscholarship.org
Deadline: Application opens during the summer and deadline is in September.
Description: The Gates Scholarship is a highly selective, last-dollar scholarship for exceptional, Pell-eligible, minority, high school seniors. Starting in 2018, the scholarship will be awarded to 300 top student leaders each year with the intent of promoting their academic excellence through college graduation, and providing them the opportunity to reach their full potential.
Eligibility:
A high school senior from at least one of the following ethnicities: African-American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian & Pacific Islander American, and/or Hispanic American
Pell-eligible.
A US citizen, national, or permanent resident.
In good academic standing with a minimum cumulative weighted GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent)
Hispanic Scholarship Fund
Website: www.hsf.net
Deadline: Application opens in January and closes in February.
Description: Merit-based scholarship for high-achieving Latino students. Awards are based on merit; amounts range from $500 to $5,000, based on relative need, among the Scholars selected.
Eligibility:
Must be of Hispanic heritage
Minimum of 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for high school students
Minimum of 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for undergraduate and graduate students
Plan to enroll full-time in an accredited, not-for-profit, four-year university, or graduate school, during the fall of a scholarship cycle (year)
US Citizen, Permanent Legal Resident, DACA or Eligible Non-Citizen (as defined by FAFSA)
Complete FAFSA or state based financial aid application (if applicable)
Coca-Cola Scholarship
Website: www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/apply/
Deadline: Application opens in August and closes in October.
Description: An achievement-based scholarship awarded to graduating high school seniors.
Eligibility:
US citizen, permanent resident (based on guidelines used by Dep. Of education’s Fed.
Financial Aid eligibility)
Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship
Website: www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/mvs.cfm
Deadline: Opens in August and closes in November.
Description: 500 four year scholarships of varying amounts given to students based on leadership and financial need.
Eligibility:
Current high school seniors, or the equivalent, who are citizens of the United States.
HACER (McDonalds Scholarship for Hispanic Students)
Website: Not open yet, but you can find more information at blog.prepscholar.com/how-to-win-a-mcdonalds-scholarship
Deadline: Application opens in October and will likely close in late January.
Eligibility:
Have at least one parent of hispanic heritage
Must be high school seniors
Be under the age of 21
Have a minimum GPA of at least 2.7.
TheDream.US National Scholarship (For DACA Students)
Website: www.thedream.us/scholarships/national-scholarship/
Deadline: Deadline not released for this year yet, but opened in November and closed in February for the 2018 cycle.
Description: For DACA students. Covers 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 their Partner Colleges. Some Scholars may be eligible for an additional stipend of up to $4,000 (or $1,000 per year) for books, supplies, and transportation. This award is renewable each year. In addition to scholarship money, a support system is provided to help scholars navigate through college.
Eligibility:
Have graduated or will graduate from high school (or have earned or will earn a high school equivalency diploma)
Graduated or will graduate with a GPA of 2.5 or better on a 4.0 scale;
Are not and have not previously been enrolled in a four-year institution or bachelor program and have not earned more than 21 credits in a community college (not counting credits earned in a pre-college or dual enrollment program in high school);
Intend to enroll full-time in an associate or bachelor’s degree program at a Partner College no later than the Spring term academic year;
Are eligible for in-state tuition at the Partner College you want to attend (not applicable if it is a private Partner College);
Have current DACA or TPS or certify that you meet the DACA immigration eligibility criteria set forth below;
Arrived in the United States before reaching your 16th birthday; and have significant unmet financial need.
Other scholarship Resources/search Engines
finder.hsf.net/
fastweb.com
College Board Scholarships
immigrantsrising.org (FOR DACA/UNDOCUMENTED STUDENTS)
CHEGG
fastweb.com
College Board Scholarships
immigrantsrising.org (FOR DACA/UNDOCUMENTED STUDENTS)
CHEGG
Pre-college programs
Hispanic Scholarship Fund: Youth Leadership Institute
Website: www.hsf.net/youth-leadership-institute
Deadline: Application opens in November and closes in January.
Description: This is a four-day, overnight program for Latinx high school juniors held at a couple of top universities. This program is designed to provide Latinx leaders with tools, such as scholarship opportunities, mentors, and financial aid opportunities, to successfully apply to top universities.
Eligibility:
Current High School junior (Class of 2021)
3.0 GPA or above on a 4.0 scale, or equivalent based on your school scale
Identify as being of Hispanic Heritage
Currently attends high school in the United States or US Territory
Plans to enroll full-time in a four-year degree program, at a U.S. Accredited, Not-for-profit, private or public college or university after High School graduation.
Apprenticeships in Science and Engineering (ASE)
Website: www.saturdayacademy.org/student-interns
Deadline: February-March
Description: This is a great opportunity for students interested in STEM in Oregon who are interested in a paid internship. Interns are partnered with a mentor and gain valuable work experience.
Eligibility:
Have not been an ASE intern before. A student may only have one ASE internship during their high school career. This is to ensure that more students are able to participate in the ASE program.
Be a rising 10th, 11th, or 12th grader (or equivalent).
Be interested in pursuing a career in math and science, motivated to learn, and prepared to participate in a professional environment.
Live near our internship locations (usually in the Portland-Metro area, and the Albany/Corvallis/Eugene areas) OR have adult family or friends that you can live with during the summer near our internship locations. (ASE does not provide housing for students and does not allow students to live on their own.) If you apply for positions that are greater than 50 miles from your home address or local address provided on your online application, ASE will remove your application from those positions.
Have reliable transportation to and from our internship locations. (Public transportation is fine.) ASE does not provide transportation for students.
Have proof of health insurance.
MOSTEC
Website: oeop.mit.edu/programs/mostec/program-details
Deadline: Fall semester of junior year in high school.
Description: This is a six month program through MIT with both online and in-person components. The program begins the summer before students' senior year in high school and extends through students' first semester in 12th grade. From June through early August, students complete two online courses. In August, students attend a conference at MIT. For the rest of the duration of the program, students interact with faculty, researchers, and professionals via webinars and Q&A sessions and write online blogs. Students also have the opportunity to ask admissions and financial aid-related questions in the Admissions Corner, which is run by MIT Admissions counselors. Applicants are selected based off strong interest in STEM and strong academic record.
Eligibility:
U.S. citizens or permanent residents
High school juniors or equivalent
Though it is not required, applicants with the following backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply:
Underrepresented in science and engineering, defined as being African American, Hispanic/Latino or Native American
Underserved, defined as coming from low socioeconomic means, which may be indicated by qualification for free/reduced lunch
Potentially the first family member to attend college
Absence of science and engineering degrees in family
Coming from a high school with low admittance rates to top-tier colleges, especially rural or predominantly minority high schools
MITES
Website: oeop.mit.edu/programs/mites/program-details
Deadline: Fall of junior year.
Description: Minority Introduction to Engineering and Science (MITES) is a rigorous six-week residential academic enrichment program for rising high school seniors – many of whom come from underrepresented or underserved communities – who have a strong academic record and are interested in studying and exploring careers in science and engineering. This program is held at MIT in the summer for rising seniors.
Eligibility:
U.S. citizens or permanent residents
High school juniors or equivalent
Though it is not required, applicants with the following backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply:
Underrepresented in science and engineering, defined as being African American, Hispanic/Latino or Native American
Underserved, defined as coming from low socioeconomic means, which may be indicated by qualification for free/reduced lunch
Potentially the first family member to attend college
Absence of science and engineering degrees in family
Coming from a high school with low admittance rates to top-tier colleges, especially rural or predominantly minority high schools
SIMR
Website: simr.stanford.edu/
Deadline: Not yet open, but was in February for 2019 application cycle. Fee waiver application deadline was in December 2018 for 2019 application cycle.
Description:The Stanford Institutes of Medicine Summer Research Program (SIMR) is an eight-week program in which high school students from diverse backgrounds are invited to perform basic research with Stanford faculty, postdoctoral fellows, students and researchers on a medically-oriented project.
Eligibility:
Rising juniors or seniors
U.S. citizens or permanent residents
Website: www.hsf.net/youth-leadership-institute
Deadline: Application opens in November and closes in January.
Description: This is a four-day, overnight program for Latinx high school juniors held at a couple of top universities. This program is designed to provide Latinx leaders with tools, such as scholarship opportunities, mentors, and financial aid opportunities, to successfully apply to top universities.
Eligibility:
Current High School junior (Class of 2021)
3.0 GPA or above on a 4.0 scale, or equivalent based on your school scale
Identify as being of Hispanic Heritage
Currently attends high school in the United States or US Territory
Plans to enroll full-time in a four-year degree program, at a U.S. Accredited, Not-for-profit, private or public college or university after High School graduation.
Apprenticeships in Science and Engineering (ASE)
Website: www.saturdayacademy.org/student-interns
Deadline: February-March
Description: This is a great opportunity for students interested in STEM in Oregon who are interested in a paid internship. Interns are partnered with a mentor and gain valuable work experience.
Eligibility:
Have not been an ASE intern before. A student may only have one ASE internship during their high school career. This is to ensure that more students are able to participate in the ASE program.
Be a rising 10th, 11th, or 12th grader (or equivalent).
Be interested in pursuing a career in math and science, motivated to learn, and prepared to participate in a professional environment.
Live near our internship locations (usually in the Portland-Metro area, and the Albany/Corvallis/Eugene areas) OR have adult family or friends that you can live with during the summer near our internship locations. (ASE does not provide housing for students and does not allow students to live on their own.) If you apply for positions that are greater than 50 miles from your home address or local address provided on your online application, ASE will remove your application from those positions.
Have reliable transportation to and from our internship locations. (Public transportation is fine.) ASE does not provide transportation for students.
Have proof of health insurance.
MOSTEC
Website: oeop.mit.edu/programs/mostec/program-details
Deadline: Fall semester of junior year in high school.
Description: This is a six month program through MIT with both online and in-person components. The program begins the summer before students' senior year in high school and extends through students' first semester in 12th grade. From June through early August, students complete two online courses. In August, students attend a conference at MIT. For the rest of the duration of the program, students interact with faculty, researchers, and professionals via webinars and Q&A sessions and write online blogs. Students also have the opportunity to ask admissions and financial aid-related questions in the Admissions Corner, which is run by MIT Admissions counselors. Applicants are selected based off strong interest in STEM and strong academic record.
Eligibility:
U.S. citizens or permanent residents
High school juniors or equivalent
Though it is not required, applicants with the following backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply:
Underrepresented in science and engineering, defined as being African American, Hispanic/Latino or Native American
Underserved, defined as coming from low socioeconomic means, which may be indicated by qualification for free/reduced lunch
Potentially the first family member to attend college
Absence of science and engineering degrees in family
Coming from a high school with low admittance rates to top-tier colleges, especially rural or predominantly minority high schools
MITES
Website: oeop.mit.edu/programs/mites/program-details
Deadline: Fall of junior year.
Description: Minority Introduction to Engineering and Science (MITES) is a rigorous six-week residential academic enrichment program for rising high school seniors – many of whom come from underrepresented or underserved communities – who have a strong academic record and are interested in studying and exploring careers in science and engineering. This program is held at MIT in the summer for rising seniors.
Eligibility:
U.S. citizens or permanent residents
High school juniors or equivalent
Though it is not required, applicants with the following backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply:
Underrepresented in science and engineering, defined as being African American, Hispanic/Latino or Native American
Underserved, defined as coming from low socioeconomic means, which may be indicated by qualification for free/reduced lunch
Potentially the first family member to attend college
Absence of science and engineering degrees in family
Coming from a high school with low admittance rates to top-tier colleges, especially rural or predominantly minority high schools
SIMR
Website: simr.stanford.edu/
Deadline: Not yet open, but was in February for 2019 application cycle. Fee waiver application deadline was in December 2018 for 2019 application cycle.
Description:The Stanford Institutes of Medicine Summer Research Program (SIMR) is an eight-week program in which high school students from diverse backgrounds are invited to perform basic research with Stanford faculty, postdoctoral fellows, students and researchers on a medically-oriented project.
Eligibility:
Rising juniors or seniors
U.S. citizens or permanent residents
College Fly-in progrAMS
Many universities provide free fly-in programs for prospective students, especially students of minority backgrounds, to visit and learn about their campus. Look at the list below to learn about several opportunities. Most take place during fall of students' senior year.
blog.collegegreenlight.com/blog/college-fly-in-and-diversity-programs/
blog.collegegreenlight.com/blog/college-fly-in-and-diversity-programs/
Colleges that Meet 100% of Financial Need for Undocumented Students
Regardless of immigration status, the schools on the list below will meet 100% of need for admitted students! This means that a student could pay $0 to attend a school like Stanford.
Click here to view the list
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