High school and General Education Diploma (GED) students who have been accepted to a post-secondary institution program and will be attending college in the U.S. in the fall of 2026. Students who are already enrolled in college/university in the U.S. in the fall of 2026. A student of Latin-American background

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Latino Scholarship Fund

Latino entrepreneurs, community leaders, foundations and local businesses have come together to develop a scholarship fund to support talented Latino students who aspire to build their future through higher education. The LEDC Latino Scholarship Fund was created to help these students continue their post-secondary studies.

Through this scholarship, we strive to create a thriving multicultural community that includes Latinx leaders and entrepreneurs among its businesses as well as its civic and cultural organizations.

The Latino Scholarship application is now open!

You have until Sunday, May 17th, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. to submit your applications.

About Our Scholarships

At least 11 scholarships are available for the 2026-2027 school year.

$5,000 scholarships for students attending a 4-year college or university.

$2,500 scholarships for students attending a 2-year technical school or receiving an Associate’s degree.

Applications accepted May 4, 2026 – May 17, 2026, 11:59 pm.

More information

Who is eligible?

High school and General Education Diploma (GED) students who have been accepted to a post-secondary institution program and will be attending college in the U.S. in the fall of 2026.
Students who are already enrolled in college/university in the U.S. in the fall of 2026.
A student of Latin-American background

When is the application period?

Scholarship applications open on May 4, 2026, and close on May 17, 2026 at 11:59 pm.

Can I receive more than one scholarship?

Prior recipients of the scholarship award can apply in a consecutive year for up to three years provided they maintain a 3.0 GPA while attending school full-time.

Questions?

This scholarship is intended to facilitate college/university entry for high school and General Education Diploma (GED) students who have been accepted to a post-secondary institution program and to help students already enrolled in college/university.

Please email your questions to: lsf@ledcmn.org.