2023 Colibrí MX Scholarship
PROGRAM DEADLINE: July 12, 2023 at 11:59 PM PDT (Midnight) - CLOSED
Description
In 2019, the Consulate General of Mexico in San Diego, in partnership with MAAC, launched the Colibrí MX Scholarship. This program aims to promote access to higher education for immigrant students of Mexican or Latinx descent residing in San Diego County.The program offers $1,000 USD scholarships to eligible students enrolling in the Fall 2023 cycle. Students who are also eligible for the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, are undocumented, or have an irregular migration status, may apply for an additional $500 USD scholarship. In addition, a $5,000 needs-based scholarship will be awarded to one student. Our goal is to provide Mexican or Latinx students with the resources and support needed to start their journey toward a college degree.
The colibrí, or hummingbird, transcends borders as it makes its annual migration from the United States to Mexico. It symbolizes hope, perseverance, and personal strength — the same principles that our immigrant families exemplify as they seek greater economic mobility in the United States.
We aim for Colibrí MX to become a catalyst for social networks to support our future Mexican and Latinx Leaders and build healthier and vibrant communities here in San Diego and across the US.
Requirements
Applicant must:
- Be a first-time college student (No prior enrollment in college)
- Be enrolled for Fall 2023 semester, minimum 6 credit hours (Must provide proof of enrollment before award is granted)
- Have a 2.5 cumulative high school GPA or above
- Be an immigrant of Mexican or Latinx descent or the child of immigrant parents of Mexican or Latinx descent (Must submit a copy of the birth certificate or personal identification)
- Demonstrate financial need
- Reside within the County of San Diego
- Submit proof of residence in San Diego County (e.g. copy of a utility bill in applicant or parent's name)
- Submit a copy of your birth certificate or personal identification to demonstrate Mexican or Latinx heritage.
- Submit your academic transcript that includes your GPA.
- Submit a copy of your college acceptance letter.
- Write and submit a 600-word essay that answers one of the following questions:
- What have you done to make your school or your community a better place?
- Describe the most significant challenge you have faced and the steps you have taken to overcome this challenge. How has this challenge affected your academic achievement?
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