The New York League of Puerto Rican Women College Awards is now accepting applications.

The New York League of Puerto Rican Women, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting Puerto Rican women in their pursuit of higher education, by providing them with the financial support necessary to complete their college degrees. Each year, the organization offers six awards to Puerto Rican undergraduate women. To be eligible, students must have completed a minimum of 12 credits, have maintained a 3.0 GPA, and be able to demonstrate a history of community involvement/service.

The application deadline is June 5, 2011. For more information and to download an application, visit the League’s Website

Students interested in applying may contact Dr. Geoff Hempill at geoffrey.hempill@csi.cuny.edu or 718.982.2301 for assistance with their applications. Further information can also be found in the Career and Scholarship Center in Building 1A, Room 105.