The 2010 HSC Scholarship Program is now closed. 
All applicants will receive notice from HSC about their status by the end of May 2010.

$2,000 - $5,000 Renewable Scholarship Awards Available
*Renewable as long as students maintain full-time status and earn a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA

Eligibility Requirements

*Please note that ALL applicants must meet the following minimum requirements.  HSC offers several scholarship programs and some will have additional criteria.

• Plan to enroll in an accredited two-year or four-year accredited college or university in the United States on a full-time basis throughout the 2009-2010 academic year
• Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
• Reside in Bastrop, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Travis or Williamson counties
• Be of Hispanic origin
  
• Be a United States Citizen or a legal permanent resident with permanent resident card or current passport stamped I-551
  
  

Application Requirements

Complete online application including résumé and essay questions

Use these sites as résumé references:    http://www.aie.org/HighSchool/Jobs/SampleResumes/index.cfm (High School)       http://www.aie.org/College/Jobs/SampleResumes/index.cfm (College)

• Letter of recommendation (Only electronically submitted recommendations will be accepted)
• Official transcript
• 2009 financial documentation
• Proof of residency status for non-U.S. citizens/non-residents

Application Instructions

• Review the eligibility requirements and determine the scholarship programs that best fit you from the list below.  While you may select more than one program from the list on the online application, HSC will only fund one scholarship per awarded applicant.
• If you meet the minimum eligibility criteria, click on the link below to create a unique login and password.  Store this information in a safe place and add This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it to your email address book to avoid spam filtration.
• Use the login and password to access the online application. Save your work often.  You do not have to complete the application all in one sitting.
• Request a letter of recommendation from 1-2 recommenders well before the scholarship deadline.  Notify your recommenders to be on the lookout for an email from This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it regarding the 2010 HSC Scholarship Program as soon as possible.  We encourage them to add this email to their address book to avoid spam filtration.  Once they receive that email, they will be able to complete the electronic recommendation on your behalf.  You will receive an automatic email confirmation once the letters are submitted.  Recommenders will not be able to upload and complete recommendations for you until you complete the entire online application.
• Thoroughly read the Certification & Release Information, provide your electronic signature and submit the application.
  
  

Supplemental Information

To complete the application, you must also submit the following supplemental information in one envelope to the following address:

       HSC Scholarship Committee
     P.O. Box 141308
     Austin, TX 78714-1308

*All supplemental information must be postmarked and not necessarily received on or before April 5. 

Official Transcript (For All Applicants)*

You must submit an official copy of your transcript to qualify for this scholarship.  Transcripts must arrive in a sealed envelope with your school’s official seal.  Be sure to allow 2-3 weeks for the office of the registrar to compile your transcript. 

*Renewal transcripts are not due until June 1 to reflect spring scores.

Financial Documentation (For All Applicants)

You must submit a copy of your parents’/guardians’ 2009 federal income tax return (Form 1040, 1040A or 1040EZ).  Send page 1 and 2 only and a copy of all W-2 forms

OR

Submit a copy of the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) including the number of dependents in the household and the adjusted gross income. The Student Aid Report (SAR) will suffice to meet this requirement.

Proof of Residency Status for Non-U.S. Citizens/Non-Residents

Submit one copy of both sides of your Permanent Resident Card (valid I-551)

      --OR--

One copy of your notice of action from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (SCIS).

2010 Scholarship Opportunities

General Programs:

High School Scholarship Program
Select this program if you are a graduating high school senior from the class of 2010.

Undergraduate Scholarship Program
Select this program if you are currently an undergraduate student.

Postgraduate Scholarship Program
Select this program if you have earned an undergraduate degree and are pursuing a Master’s degree or a Ph.D.

Specialized Scholarships:
Specialized programs have these additional criteria.

Austin Capital Area Community Leadership Council/HSC Scholarship
Qualifications

• Applicants must be graduating high school seniors who are current members of the Austin Capital Area Community Leadership Council

Austin & Central Texas Hispanic Nurses Association/HSC Scholarship
Qualifications

• Be a university student pursuing a degree in nursing
• Plan to enroll in an accredited two-year or four-year college or university in the United States on a full-time basis throughout the 2010-2011 academic year
  
  

Dolores Catholic Church Montopolis Community Scholarship Fund in Partnership with St. Edward’s University & HSC Scholarship
Qualifications

• Be a graduating high school senior residing in Travis County and living with the Montopolis Area boundaries: South of the Colorado River, East of Pleasant Valley Road, West of Highway 183, North of Highway 71
• Student and his/her parents are to be involved in the community through: Parish involvement or/and Leadership training or/and Other
• NOTE: The scholarship recipients chosen and his/her parents must actively participate in the Dolores Church scholarship fundraising efforts
  
  

State Representative Irma Rangel Memorial Scholarship/HSC Scholarship
Qualifications

• Be Pre-Law students attending Concordia University, St. Edward's University, Southwestern University, Texas State University or The University of Texas at Austin (all undergraduate degrees qualify)
• Be classified as a Junior (60-89 hours) or Senior (90+ hours)
• Seniors must plan to take the LSAT exam during the 2010-2011 academic year and Juniors must plan to take it during the 2011-2012 academic year 
  
  

Alejandro Miguel Solis Scholarship/HSC Scholarship
Qualifications

• Be an active participant in the Hispanic Physicians’ Preceptorship Program
• Plan to enroll as a full-time student throughout the 2010-2011 academic year at The University of Texas at Austin or St. Edward’s University
  
  

Hispanic Scholarship Consortium Scholarship Renewal
Qualifications

• Be a returning Hispanic Scholarship Consortium Scholar
• Plan to enroll in an accredited two-year or four-year accredited college or university in the United States on a full-time basis throughout the 2010-2011 academic year
• Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
  

Episcopales Anonimos/HSC Scholarship
Qualifications

• Be a graduating high school senior or university student who is an active Episcopalian
• Submit a letter of recommendation from (1) a priest serving the Episcopal church where the applicant is a member, and (2) another adult that is not a family member
  

Latinitas Anthony Lamanna/HSC Scholarship
Qualifications

• Be a graduating high school senior university student actively involved in Latinitas Magazine or Latinitas programs
• Submit an additional 500 word essay describing the importance of an education in attaining the American dream and how this relates to the challenges in your life

• Plan to enroll in an Austin-area college or university including Austin Community College, The University of Texas at Austin, St. Edward's University, Concordia University, Huston-Tillotson, Texas State University and Southwestern University
• Be the first generation in his/her family to attend college
• Also open to students planning to attend college under HB 1403 or SB 1528

YHPAA Future Leaders Scholarship/HSC Scholarship
Qualifications

• Be a graduating high school senior or undergraduate student
• Have a household income of $20,000 or less
  

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