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To date, more than $33 million in McDonald’s HACER® National Scholarships have been awarded to Hispanic and Latino students across the country. The McDonald's HACER® National Scholarship Program offers scholarships to up to 30 outstanding students from all over the country. The program provides educational opportunities and demonstrates McDonald’s long-standing commitment to feeding and fostering the communities it serves.
There are three tiers of funds, aimed to help recipients finance their college tuition. Tier 1 recipients are awarded up to $100,000. Tier 2 recipients receive $20,000 or $10,000 and Tier 3 recipients receive $5,000. Recipients are selected based on their academic achievement, community involvement, personal statement and financial need.