INSPIRE A NEW CLASS OF LEADERS
Our scholarships are made possible by the generosity of Hispanic/Latino Gator alumni who want to pave the way for other Hispanic/Latino students to receive a world-class education at the University of Florida. The UF-AHA proudly offers three different scholarship opportunities for UF students. Applications are released in the spring of every year, and scholarship winners are announced at the Gator Guayabera Guateque.
Apply for 2026 Scholarships
Application deadline:
March 7, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET.
Before you apply, prepare:
✓ Resume/CV (PDF or Word; maximum 2 pages)
✓ UF transcript (official if required by the scholarship)
✓ One letter of recommendation (for scholarships that require it)
✓ Your essay or video response (varies by scholarship)
How to Apply (4 steps)
1. Choose the scholarship(s) you qualify for below.
2. Complete the requirements checklist for that scholarship.
3. Submit your application and uploads by the deadline.
4. Watch for confirmation and follow-up communications.
DR. RAFAEL AND MRS. J. FE PADRON DE ANGULO SCHOLARSHIP
Honors the Angulos’ impact on the Gainesville Hispanic/Latino community and recognizes students who excel in leadership, service, and scholarship.
Award: $1,000 per recipient
Deadline: March 7, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET
Who should apply:
- UF undergraduate or graduate student; enrolled in Fall 2026.
- Minimum GPA: 3.0 (undergraduate) or 3.25 (graduate).
- Undergraduates must have completed two full-time semesters (or equivalent).
- Graduate applicants must be current in, or accepted to, a UF graduate program.
- Not a prior Angulo scholarship winner.
What to submit
- Resume/CV (PDF or Word; max 2 pages).
- One letter of recommendation.
- Short essay response (max 500 words; upload as PDF or Word; include your name).
- Copy of UF transcript(s).
Colonel Glenn A. Farris Scholarship
Recognizes hard work and dedication and supports students who demonstrate leadership, service, and scholarship in the Hispanic-Latino community and at UF.
Award: $1,500 per recipient
Deadline: March 7, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET
Who should apply:
- UF undergraduate or graduate student; enrolled in Fall 2026.
- Minimum GPA: 3.0 (undergraduate) or 3.25 (graduate).
- Undergraduates must have completed two full-time semesters (or equivalent).
- Graduate applicants must be current in, or accepted to, a UF graduate program.
- Not a prior Farris scholarship winner.
- Able to demonstrate financial need (per application instructions).
What to submit:
- Resume/CV (max 2 pages).
- One letter of recommendation.
- Short essay response (max 500 words; upload as PDF or Word; include your name).
- Copy of UF transcript(s).
- Need documentation: FAFSA on file OR UF Net Price Calculator Summary (if not eligible for federal aid).
- Complete ONE.UF ‘Student Authorization to Release Financial Information’ (authorize release to UF Hispanic Alumni and UF Alumni Association).
ADELANTE CAIMÁN SCHOLARSHIP
Supports immigrant students who are not eligible for federal or state financial aid in Florida and are advancing
their educational ambitions at UF.
Award: Two awards of $1,500
Deadline: March 7, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET
Who should apply:
- UF undergraduate or graduate student; enrolled in Fall 2026.
- Minimum GPA: 3.0 (undergraduate) or 3.25 (graduate).
- Not eligible for federal or state financial aid in Florida (examples listed in the application).
- Undergraduates must have completed at least one semester (or equivalent).
- Must meet ONE: HB851 waiver recipient/eligible OR immigrant who graduated from a U.S. high school (or U.S.
equivalency).
What to submit:
- Resume/CV (max 2 pages).
- One letter of recommendation.
- Copy of UF transcript(s).
- Video response (Google Drive link; 90 seconds or less; set access to ‘Anyone with the link’).
- Note: The application states video submissions may be used for UF-AHA fundraising marketing purposes.
GATORS UNIDOS SCHOLARSHIP
Connects Latino Gator alumni with the next generation through scholarship support, mentorship resources, and a one-year sponsorship program.
Award: $2,500 per recipient + program benefits
Deadline: March 7, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET
Who should apply:
- Full-time UF undergraduate or graduate student with 30+ credits (sophomore standing and above).
- Enrolled at UF in Fall 2026.
- First-generation college student in the U.S.
- Major/field of study determined.
- Active involvement in a student organization and/or the local community.
What to submit
- Official UF transcript.
- Public LinkedIn profile link.
- Peer recommendation on LinkedIn for this scholarship.
- Video response (Google Drive link; 90 seconds or less; set access to ‘Anyone with the link’).
- Note: The application states video submissions may be used for Gators Unidos fundraising marketing
purposes.
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