June 20, 2027

Roman & Jennifer Borrego Micro Scholarship

Direct application

$600
2 winners

Eligibility

Demographics
Foster care
Education level
Undergraduate

About this scholarship

Current or former foster youth entering college as freshmen at an accredited college or university may apply for the Roman & Jennifer Borrego Micro Scholarship.

Two recipients each receive $300 per semester ($600 total) for school fees, books, or supplies, released after the census date with enrollment verification. Recipients must maintain a 2.5 GPA for the spring portion.

Submit a completed application, proof of foster care status and college acceptance, and a 500-750 word essay on resilience by the stated deadline.

Essay question

What else to submit

  • Completed application
  • Proof of foster care status
  • College acceptance proof
  • 500–750 word essay on resilience
  • Recipients receive $300 per semester after enrollment verification following the census date.
  • Recipients must maintain a 2.5 GPA for the spring-semester portion of the award.