Make the U Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsored by Colgate-Palmolive
At Colgate, we believe that a higher education is a path to a brighter future and are dedicated to helping students get there. That’s why, in partnership with the Hispanic Heritage Foundation and as part of the Foundation’s Youth Awards, we sponsor “Haz La U” (Make the U), a college grant program for high school seniors of Hispanic heritage.
Have you focused on academic excellence, dedicated service to your community, and demonstrated leadership? Your effort could be rewarded by receiving one of 31 educational grants* with Colgate providing $100,000 in total support.
Hispanic Heritage Foundation Youth Awards Eligibility
- Be currently enrolled in high school and graduating in the spring of 2025
- Must have a minimum unweighted 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale or 7.5 on a 10.0 scale
- Must enroll at an accredited higher education institution in 2025-2026
- Be of Hispanic heritage (includes Spain, Brazil, Philippines)
- If selected, attendance to virtual regional awards ceremony is mandatory
Application window: August 15th, 2024 - November 3rd, 2024
Program eligibility is set by the Hispanic Heritage Foundation. For more information on eligibility and how to apply, please use the below link to the Hispanic Heritage Foundation’s Youth Awards application page.
Go to Scholarship Application