Who Can Apply:
- Seymour Philippe was a beloved uncle who passed away too soon but lives on in the hearts of his family and friends.
- Students of Latino and Caribbean descent often struggle to access higher education, with financial difficulties, language barriers, and/or first-generation status presenting hurdles that can stand in the way of degree attainment. These obstacles perpetuate a cycle of underrepresentation in academia and the professional workforce, which leaves students unable to pursue college and their career goals.
- This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Seymour Philippe by supporting students of the Latino and Caribbean communities so they can earn their college degrees.
- Any high school senior of Latino or Caribbean descent may apply for this scholarship opportunity if they will attend a two or four-year college after graduation.
Submission: To apply, tell us what your heritage means to you and why you’re passionate about attending college.
Deadline: August 6, 2025
Amount: $500
Learn More: https://bold.org/scholarships/seymour-philippe-memorial-scholarship/
