Being a first generation college student navigating the process of applying for schools can be difficult. On top of this, there are the financial burdens that come with attending a higher education institution. The Ortiz Avila Familia Scholarship was created to support the dreams and aspirations of Latinx students in Minnesota. We hope that financial need is never a reason for why you tell yourself, "it isn't possible."
Congratulations to the 2020 recipient, Grabriella!
APPLICATIONS FOR 2021 WILL OPEN ON
JANUARY 1, 2021
JANUARY 1, 2021
About the Scholarship
Award Amount (can vary every year)
Application Deadline
Eligibility
Application Steps
- $1,500
Application Deadline
- April 13, 2021
Eligibility
- Graduating high school senior in Minnesota, enrolling as a full-time student in a 2 or 4 year post-secondary institution
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
- Identify as a first-gen Latinx student
Application Steps
- Complete online application form
- Write a 500 word response to the following question: Why is it important to you to continue your education?
- Submit high school transcript via email to [email protected]
Scholarship check will be granted after proof of enrollment from recipient's school.
Scholarship must be used during the 2020-2021 academic year.
Awarding decision will be made by Estefania Ortiz, founder of the scholarship.
Decisions will be announced via email April 20, 2021.
Scholarship must be used during the 2020-2021 academic year.
Awarding decision will be made by Estefania Ortiz, founder of the scholarship.
Decisions will be announced via email April 20, 2021.