Barrientos Scholarship Foundation Extends Deadline to April 7!

The Barrientos Scholarship Foundation (BSF) announced today that it will extend its application deadline for student scholarships until Friday, April 7, 2025!

A huge thank you to everyone who has already encouraged students to apply. We’re asking you to do one more push to reach those who may have missed the original deadline — there’s still time! These scholarships are for the 2025–2026 academic year, and students can apply online now at www.barrientosscholarship.org.

Important Reminder: All applications must be submitted by midnight on April 7.

To be eligible for a BSF scholarship, a student must:

• Identify as Latino

• Have a minimum GPA of 2.5

• Be attending college in Nebraska

This year, the foundation will award $59,000 in scholarships to new students — an incredible opportunity to support Latino students pursuing higher education right here in Nebraska.

Special Partnership Highlight:
Some scholarships are specifically designated for students attending Metropolitan Community College, thanks to a continued partnership aimed at helping students reach their academic and professional goals.

These scholarships can be used not only for tuition, but also for books, fees, and even room and board (if the student lives in university housing). A detailed flyer outlining each scholarship and its criteria is available below— please reach out if you need a copy.

At BSF, the mission is clear: to strengthen our community and inspire the next generation of Latino leaders who will help shape Nebraska’s future. With your continued support, we’re making those dreams possible. One student at a time.

Let’s keep encouraging our students to dream big and reach higher.