The 2026 HSF Scholar Program application is now open and closes on Sunday, February 15, 2026, 2:00 PM PT. Check out this opportunity!
- Every year, HSF selects 10,000 outstanding students as HSF Scholars from a broad and talented pool of applicants
- HSF Scholars have access to a full range of invaluable Scholar Support Services, including career services, mentorship, leadership development, knowledge building, and wellness training
- Career services include assisting Scholars with internships and full-time job opportunities
- HSF Scholars are eligible to apply for all Scholar Conferences including, the National Leadership Conference, STEM Summit, Finance Conference, and Sports, Media, & Entertainment Summit
- Exclusive access to the HSF Insider which shares invaluable information and career opportunities
- Eligibility to participate in HSF’s Fund A Scholar Program, a public-facing platform that allows individuals to donate directly to HSF Scholars through HSF
- Finally, and importantly, HSF awards more than $30 million in Scholarships annually and, depending upon available funds, HSF Scholars may also be eligible to receive a scholarship, which ranges from $500-$5,000 and are awarded directly to students
Application Deadline: Sunday, February 15, 2026, 2:00 PM PT
Eligibility:
- US Citizen, Permanent Legal Resident, or DACA
- 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 college and graduate students
- Plan to enroll full-time in an accredited, public or not-for-profit, four-year university, or graduate school in the US for the 2026-2027 academic year
- Complete and submit the 2026-2027 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
- The HSF Scholar Program is open to students of all races who identify as being of Hispanic heritage
About HSF:
HSF empowers students and parents with the knowledge and resources to successfully complete a higher education, while providing support services and scholarships to as many exceptional students, HSF Scholars, and Alumni as possible.
Founded in 1975, HSF has awarded over $756 million in scholarships. HSF Scholars have access to valuable Scholar Support Services and, as funding permits, scholarships ranging from $500 to $5,000.
Additional Important Information:
It takes an average of 30 minutes for students to complete Phase I of the 2026 HSF Scholar Program Application.
- No essays, recommendations, or document uploads are required in Phase I. Simply have your students log in or create a myHSF profile to access the Phase I application
HSF Scholar Program Application Timeline:
- January – Phase I opens January 5 and closes February 15, 2026, 2:00 PM PT
- March – Finalists are announced and invited to Phase II
- June – HSF Scholars pre-selection announcements are sent (Funded and Waitlisted Scholars)
- June – October – Final Document Verification (financial aid award letter, enrollment verification, and related documents)
- End of October – HSF Scholar designations are finalized, and initial awards are disbursed (if applicable) after the verification process is complete
- Fall 2026 – Participation in HSF’s Fund A Scholar Program
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