<p>The 2023 HSF Scholar Program Application is now open and closes on <br/>February 15, 2023, 5:00 PM PT. We encourage you to share this opportunity with students in your network. </p><ul><li>Every year, HSF selects 10,000 outstanding students as HSF Scholars from a broad and talented pool of applicants</li><li>HSF Scholars are a part of an unrivaled group of 25,000+ Scholars from 50 states, and more than 1,200 institutions, who make up the current HSF Scholar network</li><li>HSF Scholars have access to a network of over 65,000 HSF Alumni. HSF Alumni are leaders in their professions, communities, and the nation; many now serve as HSF mentors, career coaches, and volunteers</li><li>HSF Scholars have access to a full range of Scholar Support Services, including career services, mentorship, leadership development, knowledge building, and wellness training</li><li>Career services include access to internships and job opportunities with HSF corporate partners</li><li>HSF Scholars are eligible to apply for all Scholar Conferences including, the STEM Summit, Finance Conference, Media & Entertainment Summit, Entrepreneurship Summit, Healthcare Summit, and Alumni Symposium</li><li>Exclusive access to the HSF Insider which shares invaluable information and select career opportunities with HSF corporate partners</li><li>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 awarded directly to students</li></ul><p><b>Deadline: February 15, 2023, 5:00 PM PT</b><br/></p><p>Eligibility:</p><ul><li>Must be of Hispanic heritage</li><li>U.S. citizen, permanent legal resident, or DACA</li><li>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</li><li>Plan to enroll full-time in an accredited, public or not-for-profit, four-year university, or graduate school, in the U.S., for the 2023-2024 academic year</li><li>Submit the FAFSA or state-based financial aid forms (if applicable)</li></ul><p><b>About HSF:</b><br/>HSF empowers families with the knowledge and resources to successfully complete a higher education, while providing scholarships and support services to as many exceptional students as possible.<br/></p><p>Founded in 1975, HSF has awarded over $708 million in scholarships. HSF Scholars have access to valuable Scholar Support Services and, as funding permits, scholarships ranging from $500 to $5,000.<br/></p><p><b>Additional Important information:</b></p><ul><li>It takes an average of 30 minutes for students to complete Phase I of the 2023 HSF Scholar Program Application</li><li>No essays, recommendations, or document uploads are required in Phase I</li><li>To get started, visit <a href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fhsf.net%2F&data=05%7C01%7CRIngram3%40schools.nyc.gov%7Cff29762550e345b714eb08dafed6c1c9%7C18492cb7ef45456185710c42e5f7ac07%7C0%7C0%7C638102495573252648%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=J5lhWz709bThxVq7tEwiGCKApBsdJCVxT5bhoL5rG5A%3D&reserved=0">HSF.net</a> and <a href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fecho3.bluehornet.com%2Fct%2F61420676%3As0_zeoDNF%3Am%3A1%3A2011113002%3A82881E95CC6051632DB24147B675D829%3Ar&data=05%7C01%7CRIngram3%40schools.nyc.gov%7Cff29762550e345b714eb08dafed6c1c9%7C18492cb7ef45456185710c42e5f7ac07%7C0%7C0%7C638102495573252648%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=x%2B1jWjkfDvCbGWZuIlecacAshwc8oFDCJf3B0HL1cJg%3D&reserved=0">log into</a> or <a href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fecho3.bluehornet.com%2Fct%2F61420677%3As0_zeoDNF%3Am%3A1%3A2011113002%3A82881E95CC6051632DB24147B675D829%3Ar&data=05%7C01%7CRIngram3%40schools.nyc.gov%7Cff29762550e345b714eb08dafed6c1c9%7C18492cb7ef45456185710c42e5f7ac07%7C0%7C0%7C638102495573252648%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=QyY0uiQPFKSBTID0bg8XtsKGGE35Ola8WS9fE7lpzro%3D&reserved=0">create</a> your myHSF profile to access the HSF Scholar Program Application</li></ul><p><b>HSF Scholar Application Timeline:</b></p><ul><li><b>January</b> – Phase I of the HSF Scholar Program application opened January 1 and closes February 15, 2023, 5:00 PM PT</li><li><b>Late February</b>– Applicants are evaluated and the most competitive are selected as Finalists </li><li><b>March</b> – Finalists are also announced and asked to submit essays, recommendations, transcripts, FAFSA, and other related documents</li><li><b>June</b> – HSF Scholars are announced (including students waitlisted for the HSF Scholar designation)</li><li><b>June to December</b> – Final Document Verification (financial aid award letter, enrollment verification, and related documents)</li><li><b>December</b> – 10,000 HSF Scholars are confirmed after the verification process is complete</li></ul><p><a href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fecho3.bluehornet.com%2Fct%2F61420677%3As0_zeoDNF%3Am%3A1%3A2011113002%3A82881E95CC6051632DB24147B675D829%3Ar&data=05%7C01%7CRIngram3%40schools.nyc.gov%7Cff29762550e345b714eb08dafed6c1c9%7C18492cb7ef45456185710c42e5f7ac07%7C0%7C0%7C638102495573252648%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=QyY0uiQPFKSBTID0bg8XtsKGGE35Ola8WS9fE7lpzro%3D&reserved=0"><b>Apply Now!</b></a></p>
