About the Scholarship

The FCHCC awards scholarships annually to eligible Hispanic students from northeast Florida. Scholarships are awarded during the annual "Achieving the Dream" scholarship event. The number and value of scholarships varies from year to year. In 2009, eight $2000 scholarships were awarded by the FCHCC.

"Achieving the Dream" Scholarship Requirements:

  • Accepted to/planning to attend or currently enrolled as a full-time undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited institution
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0
  • No more than a third-generation Hispanic descendant
  • Established home residency in Florida First Coast region: Duval, St. Johns, Clay, Baker or Nassau Counties, for at least three (3) years prior to the award date of the scholarship
  • Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident

Scholarship Application Checklist:

  • Application
  • Official transcript
  • Proof of enrollment
  • Essay (400-450 words) explaining why you need or deserve to receive this scholarship

The stipend will be used to pay for tuition and/or books and will be in addition to, and not to conflict with, any other scholarships or grants that the student may be entitled to. The scholarship funds will be remitted directly to the bursar's office at the student's school.

 

Frequently-Asked Questions:

Can I hand deliver my application to one of the BOD members?
Your application must be postmarked by the deadline and only applications submitted via the selected mailboxes will be accepted.

Do I need to submit my application via Certified mail?
There's no need to send your application either Certified or Registered mail, just send it via regular mail. If you would like to track your mail with delivery confirmation, feel free to use any of the “track and confirm” services provided by the USPS.

Would I be notified if I have been selected?
Keep checking our website for the list of selected Achieving the Dream recipients. Only selected recipients will be notified by phone and their names will be published on our website and in our Fall eNewsletter issue.

What is the deadline to submit an application?
July 31, 2010.

What address should I mail my application to?
Send your mail to:
First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
ATTN: Achieving the Dream Scholarship
P.O. Box 57972
Jacksonville, FL 32241


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