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Mija, Yes You Can announces opening of scholarship applications
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — El Paso organization Mija, Yes You Can, announced the opening of its 2025 scholarship application on Friday, June 6, for women in the El Paso area who are pursuing a higher education.
The organization says there are three categories for different scholarships and two recipients will be selected for each category.
'This scholarship program is more than financial aid; it's a vote of confidence in the talent, ambition, and potential of our Mijas,' Iris Lopez, executive director of Mija, Yes You Can, said. 'We believe in investing in their future, because when our Mijas rise, so do our communities.'
According to the organization, the following Mija scholarships are available to apply for:
Class of 2025 Mijas
High school seniors enrolled or enrolling in a college/university, vocational program, or technical school for Summer or Fall 2025
Minimum GPA: 85/100 or 3.0
Collegiate Mijas
Women continuing enrollment in a two or four-year college, vocational program, or technical school as of Fall 2025
Minimum GPA: 2.7
Mija Scholars
Women entering or currently enrolled in a graduate-level program (master's, Ph.D., or professional degree) for Summer or Fall 2025
Minimum GPA: 3.0
Applications are now open, and the deadline is Friday, June 27.
'The Mija Scholarships are a core part of the organization's mission to uplift and empower women through access to education, personal development, and community support,' read the news release.
Since its founding, Mija, Yes You Can has awarded over $50,000 in scholarships, according to the organization.
To view the application criteria and required information, please visit Mija, Yes You Can's website.
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