This page is provided as an aid in researching scholarships and internships, none of which are provided through or by PRFAA (Click here for information regarding internships with PRFAA). The links listed below should only be used for reference and PRFAA cannot be held liable for any information provided therein. Click on the web link for specific information on the type of scholarship or internship you are interested in. Links will lead to outside pages.
General Scholarships and Loans
www.fastweb.com
This site is the largest database linking students to 600,000 scholarship opportunities. It also allows students to download and complete college applications.
www.ed.gov
This is the official web site of the Department of Education. Here you will find all kinds of information about education in the United States, but also about ways to find scholarships and grants.
www.fafsa.ed.gov
This site is part of the Department of Education. The FAFSA form is used by the Federal Government to determine what type of Federal Government aid you are eligible for. This includes grants, scholarships and federal loans.
www.scholarships.com
This site offers different scholarships and grants specifically for college students. Once you fill out a form, the page automatically tells you what you are eligible for.
www.fedmoney.org
This site offers the opportunity to see what kind of aid you are eligible for. It includes information about scholarships, grants, loans and traineeships.
www.collegeboard.com
This site, part of the College Board offers tips on how to pay for college. The CSS/Profile form included in the site determines what type of aid you are eligible for.
Scholarships for Hispanic Students
www.chci.org
This website is provided by the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, Inc. and is well-known for linking Hispanic students with countless scholarships and financial aid.
www.scholarshipsforhispanics.org.
The National Hispanic Press Foundation's on-line scholarship directory has over 1,000 financial aid profiles to help Hispanic students achieve a college education.
www.hispanicscholarship.com
This site provides minority students with the opportunity of searching for scholarships, grants and loans that are directed only to minorities.
http://hispanicfund.org
This site, from the Hispanic College Fund, awards scholarships to talented Hispanic students who pursue a career in business or technology related majors.
www.hdassoc.org/
Site of the Hispanic Dental Association provides scholarships for Hispanics who pursue an oral health career.
www.hsf.net
This is the website for the Hispanic Scholarship Fund which provides information about different scholarships for Hispanic students.
http://scholarships.fatomei.com/scholar3b.html
This page allows you to search for College Scholarships, Graduate Fellowships, and Postdoctoral Awards for Hispanic Americans.
http://www.aspira.org/college_resources.htm
This site provides a list of scholarships and financial aid links, which will help you search for different institutions or organizations providing financial aid programs.
www.nmalliance.org/
This is the official website for the New Mexico Alliance for Hispanic Education. They provide scholarships for U.S. citizens and permanent residents of Hispanic American background.
http://www.microsoft.com/college/ss_overview.mspx
This Microsoft web page sponsors new science and technology scholarships for Hispanic students.
www.statefarm.com/foundati/hispanic.htm
State Farm Companies Foundation, in association with the Hispanic Scholarship Fund, chooses 20 Hispanic students to receive a scholarship of $2,500 for any field of study.
www.hispaniconline.com
This website provides information about different companies and associations which provide scholarships and grants to Hispanic students. It also offers valuable information on education and tips to apply for scholarships.
http://www.nshmba.org/scholarships.asp
This is the website of the National Society of Hispanic MBA’s which, in a partnership with the Hispanic Scholarship Fund, provides financial resources to assist Latinos pursuing Master’s Degrees in management/business.
http://collegeapps.about.com/cs/minority/
This website helps Hispanic students search for scholarships in any field of education.
www.chemistry.org/scholars
This site provided by the American Chemical Society sponsors scholarship programs for qualified applicants who want to enter the fields of chemistry, biochemistry or chemical engineering, and students seeking a two-year degree in chemical technology. They also offer a link for minority scholarships in these fields.
Internships
www.usajobs.opm.gov
USAJOBS is the official source for federal job listings, hosted by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management. It offers links to all agencies and departments and includes jobs and internships for pay, credit, or volunteer status. The site also offers helpful services including information on how to create and post your résumé on their server.
www.students.gov
This site serves as a great link and information tool for students. It provides information on financial aid for education and how to find a job that fits your interests and skills. It functions as a portal into opportunities offered to students by the federal government.
www.cns.gov/, http://www.nationalservice.org/jobs/
The Corporation for National and Community Service (CNS) seeks to involve citizens throughout the nation in assorted community service projects. Their website functions as a central place of information for various federal government programs—AmeriCorps, Senior Corps and Learn and Serve-- and state and local projects. Volunteer, job and fellowship opportunities are listed on the site.
www.nassembly.org/search_interns.cfm
The National Assembly provides a variety of internships throughout the United States. The website allows students to view internship opportunities according to state. Internships are with nonprofit human service organizations and may be paid or unpaid.
www.aflcio.org/aboutunions/unionsummer/
Union Summer is a five-week educational internship aimed in developing skills useful for union organizing drives and other campaigns for workers' rights and social justice. The AFL-CIO is looking for college students going into their senior year or graduating seniors. This site also has links to the AFL-CIO’s other summer programs that recruit law students and undergraduates with interests in religious-based service.
www.rsinternships.com/
Rising Star Internships is a database which links employers and students for internship opportunities.
Internships for Hispanic Students
http://www.hacu.net/hacu/Student_Resources1_EN.asp?SnID=513459927
The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) reviews applications and matches students to internships that complement their academic background.
http://www.chci.org/chciyouth/internship/internship.htm
Offers a detailed internship list in the Washington, DC area and outside the Washington, DC area. In addition, it has a comprehensive scholarship guide and tips.
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