Anaya Scholars Program
Anaya Scholars · Free to apply
Award
$1,250/yr
$1,250 per year · Renewable in later years
Free to apply. Legitimate scholarships never charge a fee. We use your student's information only to build their plan.
- Closes
- January 15, 2027
- closes in 64 days
- Essay
- Yes
- Recommendations
- 2
- Need-based
- Yes
- Merit-based
- No
- Time to apply
- ~4 hrs
Rules read against the official award page. Confirm on the provider's site before applying.
Requirements
Who can apply for the Anaya Scholars Program, as the official award page states them. Your student must meet each one.
- Must be a resident of Massachusetts
- Open to high school seniors
To apply
- An essay.
- 2 letters of recommendation. Ask teachers or counselors early.
- Must be a first-generation college student whose parents or guardians have not earned a four-year degree.
- Must meet low-income guidelines.
- Must plan to attend a four-year college after graduating high school.
- Must be nominated by an Anaya Scholars partner school or organization before applying.
Good to know
- Partner school nominations are due November 15, 2026; recommendations are due February 1, 2027.
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About the scholarship
The Anaya Scholars Program offers up to $5,000 over four years to help first-generation, low-income students cover college expenses, paired with ongoing mentorship, career workshops, and paid internships. High school seniors attending school in Massachusetts who plan to enroll in a four-year college are eligible. Students must be nominated by a partner school or organization, submit an application with two letters of recommendation, and attend an interview if shortlisted.
How to apply
Nominated through the high school
- 1Ask a teacher, counselor, or staff member at your partner high school or organization to nominate you by November 15, 2026.
- 2Check your email after being nominated for instructions to complete the application form, open from December 1, 2026 to January 15, 2027.
- 3Have one teacher and one community leader or counselor submit recommendations on your behalf by February 1, 2027.
- 4Complete a virtual interview in April 2027 if invited.
From the sponsor's page, which is always the final word.
How the winners are chosen
The sponsor picks the winners from the students who apply. Most sponsors do not publish how many students apply.
- Time to apply
- ~4 hrs of work
Deadline and application cycle
The current deadline is January 15, 2027. This award runs on an annual cycle, with deadlines around January 15 each year. Applications typically open in December.
- Applications open
- December 2026
- Applications close
- January 15, 2027
Free to apply. Legitimate scholarships never charge a fee. We use your student's information only to build their plan.
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Common questions about the Anaya Scholars Program
How much is the Anaya Scholars Program worth?
The Anaya Scholars Program awards $1,250 per year and is renewable in later years.
When is the Anaya Scholars Program deadline?
The current deadline is January 15, 2027. This award runs on an annual cycle, with deadlines around January 15 each year. Applications typically open in December.
When do Anaya Scholars Program applications open?
Applications typically open in December, and close January 15, 2027.
Who is eligible for the Anaya Scholars Program?
Key requirements: Must be a resident of Massachusetts; Open to high school seniors.
Does the Anaya Scholars Program require an essay?
Yes. The application requires an essay and 2 recommendations. Expect to spend about 4 hours on it.
How hard is it to win the Anaya Scholars Program?
The sponsor picks the winners from the students who apply. What limits who can enter: open only to Massachusetts residents and an essay is required, which filters out casual applicants. Plan on about 4 hrs of work.
Is the Anaya Scholars Program free to apply?
Yes. The Anaya Scholars Program is free to apply. Legitimate scholarships never charge an application fee, and Solyo verifies every listed award against its official page.
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