Award Description
Established with support of the Three Spinners Fund in 2021, the Education for All Scholarship program enables undocumented community college/high school students, or community college/high school students who arrived in the U.S. as unaccompanied minors to pursue higher education at Parkland College.
Up to two awards are made each year based on available funds. Awards vary in size - with a goal of providing up to $2,000 for tuition and fees, plus up to $500 for other educational expenses.
Eligibility/Qualifications
Applicants must be be a community college or high school student who is a) undocumented, or b) arrived to the U.S. as an unaccompanied minor.
Applicants are not selected based on their GPA. The applicant will be invited to share information about their personal circumstances and/or experiences as an immigrant, as well as their intentions in pursuing a degree.
Application Timeline
E4A applications are closed for this cycle. Check back in the spring for more information on the next cycle!
Did you know?
You can make a gift to support the Education For All Scholarship.
The first $20 of your gift each year makes you a Dues Paying Member of the University YMCA. This is fully tax deductible and allows you to vote for or serve on the Board of Governors.
Other Resources and Opportunities for Students
Bailey Scholarship ProgramLeadership Award Endowment FundsBecome a Student Member!Immigrant Relief FundNew American Welcome Center