Mas Family Scholarships Accepting Applications

Applications for the Mas Family Scholarships are open until Jan. 31.

The scholarship, which awards up to $8,000 annually, aims to support the educational development of young Cuban Americans. It recognizes academic excellence, leadership and commitment to serve.

Applicants must be enrolled full-time in an accredited institution for the 2026-27 academic year, have a minimum 3.5 GPA and demonstrate community involvement. Awards depend on each students’ financial need.

The application requires proof of Cuban descent, a personal statement, a resume, an essay, academic transcripts and test scores. 

Students must also provide three completed recommendation forms by Feb. 8 and a copy of the submission summary from the Free Application for Federal Student Aid or the College Scholarship Service Profile.

Recipients will be announced in April.

To apply, visit https://tinyurl.com/3pk9cdxu.

Ivette Gomez
Ivette Gomez
Ivette Gomez, 19, is political science major in the Honors College at North Campus. Gomez, who graduated from Colegio Centro América in Nicaragua in 2023, will serve as Social Media Director and a news writer for The Reporter during the 2025-26 school year. She has a passion for global affairs and aspires to work in the United Nations.
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