De Anza HEFAS Undocumented Student Scholarship

Description:

The HEFAS Undocumented Student Scholarship is intended to support undocumented students* achieve their academic or innovative goals. It is awarded to De Anza students who demonstrate community engagement or present a creative and innovative idea to pursue entrepreneurship opportunities.

*Priority will be given to non-AB 40 students and non-DACA students however, any eligible students are encouraged to apply and will still be considered.

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must:

Be enrolled in at least 6.0 units at De Anza College Demonstrate financial need Demonstrate community engagement or present a creative and innovative idea to pursue entrepreneurship opportunities. Are you enrolled in at least 6.0 units at De Anza College? Are you an AB 540 student? Are you a DACA recipient? PROMPT 1: In addition to the “My Story” essay, please write a maximum of 2 pages double space essay, which describes how you have engaged* with the immigrant community. Include how your immigration status has made an impact on your higher education journey. Lastly, share how this scholarship would help you. (essay/long answer) *Note: Forms of community engagement are defined as supporting and participating with the immigrant community, whether it be through family responsibilities, providing care, community groups (i.e. faith-based involvement, advocacy groups, or non-profits), or student organizing. OR PROMPT 2: In addition to the “My Story” essay, please write a maximum of 2 pages double space essay, which describes a creative and innovative idea to pursue entrepreneurship opportunities. These funds can be used to help you start a business, or attain training or licensing.

Award
$500
Scopes
De Anza College
Deadline
06/12/2023
Supplemental Questions
  1. Are you currently enrolled in 6 units at De Anza College
  2. Are you a DACA recipient?
  3. In what ways would this scholarship help you?
  4. Describe how you have engaged* with the immigrant community. Include how your immigration status has made an impact in your higher education journey. Lastly, share how this scholarship would help you.
  5. Describe how will this scholarship would help you?
  6. Are you an AB 540 student?
  7. Please write a maximum of 2 pages double space essay, which describes a creative and innovative idea to pursue entrepreneurship opportunities. These funds can be used to help you start a business, or attain training or licensing.
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