For HFC students, many of them know college isn’t cheap. With the cost of tuition, classes, books, and fees, a student can end up paying at least $1,000 a semester. While some students are able to receive pell grants, others may have to take out loans, which can result in cumulating debt. According to a 2012 study from the organization The Project on Student Debt, 62% of students graduate while still having to owe money.

To avoid having to pay for an education long after receiving their degree, students should look into applying for scholarships. Unlike loans, scholarships do not have to be paid back, therefore making them beneficial towards a student’s education. HFC offers plenty of scholarships, which are available to browse and apply for on hfcc.academicworks.com. Below are some of the scholarships students can apply for.

Council for World Cultures Scholarship
Qualifications: Applicants must have completed 12 credit hours of 100 level courses while maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students must also have an F-1 student visa. In addition, they are required to write a short response to the question: Why should I receive this scholarship?
Amount Awarded: $500
Deadline: March 1, 2015

5101 Scholarship
Qualifications: This scholarship is for students studying hospitality or culinary arts. Applicants must have completed the HOSP 150 class with a B or higher with a 100% attendance record.
Amount Awarded: Varies
Deadline: March 31, 2015

Albert Muirhead Endowed Honors Scholarship
Qualifications: Only students enrolled in the Honors Program can apply for this scholarship. Applicants must have a GPA of 3.5 or higher.
Amount Awarded: Up to $500
Deadline: March 31, 2015

Andrea Seavit Scholarship
The scholarship is for students who are pursuing a career in the math and engineering fields. Applicants must be taking six credit hours or more and preference is given to those who are the first in their family to go to college. If that reason does apply to a student, they must write a short essay responding to the question: What does it mean to be the first person in your family to attend college?
Amount Awarded: $500
Deadline: March 31, 2015

Antonio and Concetta Mazzara Endowed Scholarship
Students must be taking a minimum of nine credit hours and have at least a 3.0 GPA. Applicants must complete an essay explaining the importance of family.
Amount Awarded: Up to $700
Deadline: March 31, 2015

Colter Poetry Award Scholarship
For the creative, students can submit a work of poetry, personal essays, short stories, or drama.
Amount Awarded: Varies
Deadline: March 31, 2015