“Ser culto es el único modo de ser libre” – José Martí

Pinos Nuevos Scholarship

CAALE’s Pinos Nuevos Scholarship awards graduating high school seniors or current college students with a $10,000 award towards college related costs, along with other $5,000 scholarship awards, and grants for professional development. Awards are based on the applicant’s academic performance, leadership qualities, and ability to meet the requirements below:

ELIGIBILITY
  • Born in Cuba or are of Cuban descent (defined as having at least one Cuban parent or grandparent)
  • Have a minimum GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale.
  •  Applicant must commit to partaking in our Leadership Development Program and attending CAALE events. 
  • Awards of funds is contingent on the applicant providing proof that they are enrolled in college within the U.S.  
  • Applicant must complete and submit their application with all other required materials by the specified date. 
REQUIRED INFORMATION
  • Basic Personal Information
  • FAFSA
  • Official Transcript
  • Proof of College Enrollment ( when available) 
  • Personal Essay
  • Video Introduction