About the LIP Program

LIP Program Eligibility Criteria:
Young women entering 9th through 12th grade in the DFW region of Texas are invited to apply during the application period.

Benefits of the Program: 
  • Access to the best academic institutions in the area, with exclusive ‘Latinas in Progress’ only campus tours. 
  • Information about scholarships and special programs from various organizations, corporations, colleges, and universities. 
  • Participating junior and senior students are eligible to apply for HWNT's scholarships/awards for use towards a university, college, or trade/vocational school.
  • College readiness seminars and toolkits, as well as professional development and networking opportunities. 
  • Interaction with other young Latina leaders and professional mentors.
LIP Scholarship Requirements for Juniors & Seniors:
  • Scholarship eligibility for juniors and seniors is based on attendance and participation in at least four of the six to seven seminars and one of the two to three event opportunities. 
  • The criterion for selection encompasses academic performance, extra-curricular activities, seminar participation, community service, future goals, financial need, and student commitment. 
  • An average of 4 scholarships is awarded every academic year and awards range from $1,000 to $2,500. 

​Freshman & Sophomores:
All underclassmen are encouraged to participate in the seminars and event opportunities. The information covered will allow them to advance in their academic journey as they work alongside peers and will better prepare them for their junior and senior years. 
 
Education Series:
The LIP Education Series consists of learning sessions, volunteer opportunities, and professional mentorship. It enables students to learn and focus on the following:

  • The college process
  • Writing skills
  • Assertiveness & advocacy
  • The importance of civic engagement
  • Healthy living & important life skills

The seminars are hosted at partner colleges and universities on designated days, once a month, during the school year typically from August to April. 

Students participate in volunteer activities such as:
  • Cena del Barrio (partnership w/ LULAC) 
  • Dallas Blooms at the Arboretum
  • Career/Resource Fairs (partnership w/ Dallas College)

Other Professional Development opportunities include:
  • Statewide LIP Virtual College Fair
  • College/Career Fair (partnership w/ Los Primos)
  • FASFA Event (partnership w/ Los Primos)
  • Financial Literacy Course & Private Golf Lessons (in partnership w/ Camp Exposure, I AM Golfer, Cedar Crest, Vista Bank)
  • Various College/University Campus Visits

Communication:
  • All LIP communication is sent out via email in the format of a monthly newsletter 
  • LIP students are encouraged to follow us on social media platforms to stay tuned with the latest LIP news