We are excited to offer these scholarship opportunities to our college students that continue their undergraduate journey.
Please read criteria and requirements carefully before filling out the form.
Who can apply:
– PUENTE College Success student (Avanzando Through College/ Avanzando to Success)
– Going to be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student during the 2025-2026 school year
– Must have attended 75% of our workshops/one-on-one meetings throughout the school year to apply
Documents/files you need before submitting application:
1. A copy of your most recent unofficial transcript.
2. A copy (screenshot) of your Financial Aid Package for the 2025-2026 school year.
3. One letter of recommendation from someone who can speak highly of you. This can be a counselor, coach, supervisor, professor, or other adult who knows you well (not family members).
4. Answer the prompt, in a video no longer than two or three minutes or essay no longer than a page and a half double spaced (Times New Roman, 12 font): Write a letter to your past self on the first day of college. What wisdom, lessons, and advice would you share based on your experiences? For example, what experiences helped shape your journey, helped you overcome obstacles, and influenced your academic and personal growth. Use this reflection to highlight the defining moments that have prepared you for your future.
By filling out this scholarship application and if you are one of our scholarship winners you are committing to:
*Continue being part of our virtual College Success Program – Avanzando to Success for the 2025-2026 school year. Our Avanzando to Success Program offers quarterly workshops and one-on-one meetings to help you navigate your undergraduate career. We will provide care packages, micro-scholarships, and other resources.
*This application must be received by 11:59 pm on Monday, May 30, 2025 to be considered for a scholarship award.
If you do not find the answer to your questions here, email Bryanna Charles, bryanna@puente.org