December 30, 2026

Dr. Juan Andrade Jr. Scholarship for Young Hispanic Leaders

Direct application

$1,000

Eligibility

Demographics
Hispanic or Latino
Education level
High school

About this scholarship

Full-time undergraduate students (including high school seniors through age 25) enrolled or accepted at accredited U.S. two- or four-year institutions with demonstrated financial need and at least one parent of Hispanic ancestry may apply. Non-U.S. citizens including DACA students are eligible.

A one-time award of up to $1,000 supports undergraduate study. Recipients also receive complimentary registration to the USHLI National Conference including airfare and lodging.

Submit two essays (500 to 1,000 words each), a resume, unofficial transcript, portrait photo, and two letters of recommendation. The United States Hispanic Leadership Institute honors Dr. Juan Andrade Jr.'s spirit of servant leadership.

Essay questions

What else to submit

  • Two essays of 500 to 1,000 words each
  • One-page resume
  • Unofficial transcript
  • High-resolution color portrait photograph
  • Two letters of recommendation, one academic and one professional/community
  • High-resolution color portrait photograph (2.5 x 3.5 ratio, PNG/JPG/GIF; no selfies)
  • One-page resume (PDF)
  • Unofficial transcript (PDF; high school transcript for college freshmen)
  • Two letters of recommendation (one academic, one professional/community)
  • Recipients receive complimentary registration, airfare, and lodging for the USHLI National Conference.