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Scholarships for Undergraduate and Graduate Latino Students

We want to make sure all students who start college finish college by providing scholarships directly to the students when they need it most.

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Luis Aleman

2016 Recipient

Alana Parent

2024 Recipient

74%

of Latino students cut their education short due to financial pressures. LULF bridges the gap.

Applications are now closed for 2025

Applications close Monday, Sept. 1, 2025 11:59EST

Scholarships

Scholarships for Undergraduate and Graduate Latino Students

Scholarship applications for 2025 are now closed. Interested applicants should click below to get notified when they reopen Spring of 2026.

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Luis Aleman

2016 Recipient

Alana Parent

2024 Recipient

74%

of Latino students cut their education short due to financial pressures. LULF bridges the gap.

Our Scholarships

National Scholarship

This is an annual scholarship program for undergraduate and graduate Latino students.

Award Amount: $500 to $2000

2025 LULF Scholarship

The 2025 LULF National Scholarship will be awarded at a value of $1,000 on a competitive basis to 7 undergraduate and graduate school students who meet the criteria as described below and abide by the requirements. Of the 7 national scholarships, 2 will be awarded to students with permanent residence in New York State regardless of their college or university enrollment in the U.S.

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GLC SCHOLARSHIP

The Gay Latino Collective (GLC) Mateo Gomez Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to one undergraduate student who identifies as LGBTQ+.

Award Amount: $1000

2025 GLC Scholarship

The Gay Latino Collective (GLC) Mateo Gomez Memorial Scholarship will be awared at a value of $1,000 to one undergraduate student who identifies as LGBTQ+, has a plan to study abroad, and opts to be considered for the scholarship. All of the eligibility criteria and requirements below must be met and candidates must answer one additional essay question. Graduate school students are NOT eligible for the GLC Mateo Gomez Memorial Scholarship.

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Mateo Gomez

Feb. 23, 1990 - Dec 17, 2022

Remembering Mateo Gomez

The Gay Latino Collective (GLC) Mateo Gomez Memorial Scholarship honors the memory of Mateo Gomez, a vibrant member of our community who embodied courage, kindness, and determination.

Born in Medellín and raised in the U.S., Mateo was a Cornell graduate who dedicated his life to service, from Teach For America to the FBI.

He was a leader in LGBTQ+ and Latino communities in San Francisco and New York, and in 2022 pursued a master’s at Harvard Kennedy School to further his mission of inclusion and advocacy. Mateo is remembered for his brilliance, kindness, and commitment to empowering others.

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2025 SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS

Alessandra Alluin

New York Univesity

Alessandra is a dedicated journalism and anthropology student in New York City, driven by curiosity about culture, storytelling, and social justice. As someone balancing part-time work, loans, and institutional aid, she faces significant financial pressure, and this scholarship would help her focus on her academics, leadership roles, and well-being.

Cassandra Padron

Indiana University Bloomington

Cassandra is a first-generation college student balancing academics, leadership, and caregiving responsibilities for her siblings. She aims to work in education policy and curriculum design to help Latino students feel “seen, heard, and capable of academic success, not in spite of their culture, but because of it.”

Erika Arguelles

Walden University

Erika is a single mother of three and a survivor of domestic violence pursuing her graduate degree in social work. After losing her job due to an unpaid internship requirement, she has relied on community resources and scholarships to continue her studies. This scholarship would give her the support to complete her Licensed Master Social Worker credential and provide therapeutic services to children who have experienced trauma.

Gabriela Guadalupe

Syracuse University

Gabriella is a student-athlete navigating the costs of tuition, books, and housing while balancing part-time work. This scholarship would give her peace of mind and allow her to focus fully on academics, campus involvement, and her cultural community. Passionate about journalism and storytelling, she hopes to pursue a career in advertising that amplifies diverse voices and cultures.

Jennifer Quisi

Barnard College

Jennifer has balanced academics, multiple part-time jobs, and internships to support herself and her extended family while navigating housing and food insecurity. This scholarship would allow her to fully commit to public service, apply for teaching fellowships like Fulbright, and gain experience in immigrant justice and human rights advocacy. Passionate about economics and sustainability, she plans to pursue law school and work internationally.

Juan Rayo

Trinity College

Juan is a first-generation student who has overcome significant personal and financial challenges. This scholarship would help him cover essential expenses like textbooks and transportation, allowing him to focus on his academics and civic engagement. With a strong commitment to voting rights and law, he plans to attend law school and pursue impact litigation that expands voter access and supports marginalized communities.

Kevin Hernandez

California State University Long Beach

Kevin, winner of the GLC Mateo Gomez Memorial Scholarship, is pursuing a career at the intersection of public policy and supply chain management. The scholarship helps finance his unpaid Washington, D.C. internship, allowing him to focus on gaining practical experience. He aims to create ethical, sustainable supply chains while using international experiences, like studying abroad in Costa Rica, to deepen his cross-cultural understanding.

Natasha Mercado

York CUNY

Natasha, a first-generation Latina and single mother of three, maintains a 3.9 GPA while interning at L’Oréal. This scholarship would ease her financial burden and let her focus on school, career growth, and community impact. She aims to become a financial analyst and create programs that support underserved communities, especially women and single parents.