Scholarship Opportunity

Hispanic Development Fund Scholarship (Current College Students)

Offered by Greater Kansas City Community Foundation

The Hispanic Development Fund (HDF) Scholarship supports Hispanic and Latino college students from the Greater Kansas City metropolitan area who are continuing their postsecondary education. Awards recognize academic achievement, financial need, leadership, work ethic, and community involvement.

Minimum GPA2.5+
EssayRequired
RenewableNo
Grade LevelCollege Freshman, College Sophomore, College Junior, College Senior, Graduate Student

Application Timeline

Important application dates

This scholarship offers more than one application cycle. Review each window carefully before applying.

2027 Scholarship Cycle

OpensDecember 1, 2026
DeadlineFebruary 1, 2027

Eligibility

  • Be of Hispanic or Latino heritage.
  • Be a current college or graduate student.
  • Graduate from a Greater Kansas City metropolitan area high school or earn a GED/HiSET through a local organization.
  • Be enrolled full-time at an accredited college, university, or graduate program.
  • Maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA.
  • U.S. citizenship or permanent residency is not required.

Requirements

  • Complete the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation General Application.
  • Complete the Hispanic Development Fund supplemental application.
  • Submit the required essay.
  • Upload an official or unofficial college transcript.
  • Provide financial documentation if requested.

How to Apply

  1. 1Create or log in to your AcademicWorks account.
  2. 2Complete the General Application.
  3. 3Complete the Hispanic Development Fund supplemental questions.
  4. 4Upload your college transcript and any required financial documentation.
  5. 5Submit your application before the published deadline.

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