The Rivera-Mitu Scholarship Foundation, Inc. is a private non-profit organization that was established by Eliza Rivera-Mitu and her husband, Brian Mitu for the purpose of reaching out to those in need in the community.

We want to leave a legacy of giving and Christ-like compassion to our children Gianna and Sofia, and to teach them to give and help those who are underserved and underprivileged.

We believe that poverty should not be a hindrance in pursuing one’s education. We want to instill the values of perseverance and hard work in every deserving student that receives our scholarship award. We want them to believe that their goals are achievable, as long as they maintain integrity, practice discipline, and persevere in reaching them.

Scholarship information

Application Requirements

1. Completed Rivera-Mitu Scholarship Foundation Application Form
2. Transcripts (photocopy of official transcripts is acceptable) or most recent grade report
3. Cost per unit, course, or school year
4. Copy of current class schedule, if applicable
5. Copy of letter of acceptance from school, college, university or vocational education institution applicant will attend, or statement explaining acceptance
6. Brief statement stating educational objectives, career goals, financial need, past and current extracurricular activities (community involvement) and how this scholarship will help you reach your goals.
7. Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 for college, or minimum of B grade average for elementary and high school students.

Area of Study

Any Major or course of study will be considered, however some weight will be given in the selection process to traditional courses of study and/or to educational goals that enhance the individual’s career development.

Scholarship Amount

Scholarships will be awarded in the fall and spring of each year. The number of scholarships will vary depending on the amount of scholarship funds available.

Scholarship awards will be paid within four weeks of application deadline in order to maximize the assistance provided.

Scholarship award guidelines vary from $200 for community college or vocational education institution per semester or quarter to $2000 per semester for a four-year college/university or private schools. The Selection Committee will determine the amount to be awarded to each successful applicant based on the Selection Criteria enumerated below.

Scholarship Awards

Scholarship awards are to be applied towards tuition, fees, books, supplies and/or equipment required for the courses at the educational institution.



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