Scholarships

Slone Stephen Doc & Glo 

Cemeron Impact Scholarship

Application Deadline: 9/3/2025

• Maintain a minimum, cumulative, unweighted GPA of a 3.7/4.0 scale or equivalent in their high school studies. 
• Be a full citizen of the United States of America. 
• Be in the high school graduating Class of 2026, planning to enroll in a full-time course of study towards a degree at an accredited four-year U.S. college or university for the full academic year following high school graduation. 
• Show proven excellence in extracurricular activities, be motivated leaders with a strong work ethic, demonstrate active participation in community service and/or civic-minded arenas; and
• Submit the following three components by the Application Deadline:

Online Application;
Two required Letters of Recommendation (one must come from current school-affiliated personnel); and
Transcript certifying academic performance - unofficial copy is acceptable.

Coca Cola

Application Deadline: 9/30/2025

• Required GPA: 3.0
• Resident of the U.S.
• High school senior
• Seeking an associate's or bachelor's degree
• Planning to attend school in the U.S.
• U.S. citizens, nationals, permanent residents, refugees, asylees, Cuban-Haitian Entrants, or humanitarian parolees - based on the guidelines utilized by the U.S Department of Education for Federal Financial Aid eligibility
• Participation in community service, extracurricular activities, or leadership

Dr. Pepper 

Application Deadline: 9/30/2025

Dr. Pepper is awarding over $1,000,000 in tuition to help students reach their biggest goals. We're looking for students ages 18-24 to enter this year's Tuition Giveaway.

Gates Scholarship

Deadline 9/30/2025

To apply, students must be: 

• A high school senior
• Pell-eligible
• A US citizen or permanent resident
• In good academic standing with a minimum cumulative weighted GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) 

 Additionally, a student must plan to enroll full-time in a four-year degree program at a US-accredited, not-for-profit, private or public college or university.

Quest Bridge

Application Deadline: 9/30/2025

The College Prep Scholars Program is designed to give high-achieving high school juniors from low-income backgrounds the tools needed to apply to top colleges. From full scholarships to college summer programs to a supportive community of your peers and other specialized resources, College Prep Scholars get a (free!) head start on the college application process.

Be Bold 

Application Deadline: 10/1/2025

$25,000

Criteria:

• Boldest Bold.org profile
• Rolling Deadline: This scholarship has rolling monthly application deadlines.
• Students applying earlier will have a greater chance of winning. It'll be awarded on December 1, 2025.

NCAIED Award 40 under 40

Application Deadline: 

Eligibility Criteria

Nominees must be 39 years old or younger as of January 1, 2026.
Must be an enrolled citizen of a federally or state-recognized Native American tribe, Alaska Native village, Native Hawaiian, or First Nation.

Required Materials
Please submit a total of Three (3) Supporting Documents that support the nomination.
Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Letters of Recommendation (up to two)
Additional verification documents (e.g., awards, achievements, bios)
Official Tribal Enrollment Document - Must be issued by a state or federally recognized tribal community or First Nation. This document verifies the nominee’s citizenship within their Tribal nation(s).

Army ROTC

Application Deadline: 10/13/2025

Required GPA 2.5 or higher

Criteria:

• Be a U.S. citizen.
• Be at least 17 and under 31 in the year of commissioning.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Have an unweighted high school GPA of at least 2.50 if you’re in high school while applying.
• Have taken the SAT or ACT.
• Take the Army Fitness Test (AFT).
• Meet the physical weight and height requirements.
• Agree to accept a commission and serve in the Army, Army Reserve, or Army National Guard.

The Music Center's Spotlight 2026

Application Deadline: 10/13/2025

High school students (public, private, online, or homeschool) in Los Angeles, Orange, Ventura, Santa Barbara, San Diego, Riverside, Kern, or San Bernardino Counties
(Ballet students: check the rules page for out-of-state residency exceptions)

• Must be enrolled in high school as of Dec. 31, 2025 (not a full-time college student).

If you advance to the Grand Prize Finals, you must be available for the Finals rehearsal (May 15, 2026) and Grand Finale (May 16, 2026).

Categories: Acting, Ballet, Dance, Classical Voice, Non-Classical Voice, Classical Instrumental, and Contemporary Instrumental. You can apply in more than one!

By Applying, You Are Eligible For:

• Cash awards
• Written feedback from distinguished judges
• Mastery classes with world-class artists
• Live audition experience & coaching
• The Grand Finale performance
• College & career preparation
• Recognition at school & in the media

Elks Student of the Month - Local

Application Deadline: 3/15/2025

Criteria
Applications are judged on a balanced set of accomplishments:

• Community Service (40 points) – depth of involvement and impact on the community.
• School Activities & Sports (35 points) – participation and leadership roles in clubs, organizations, and athletics.
• Academics (25 points) – weighted GPA (grades 10–12), AP test scores (3–5), Allan Hancock College coursework, and class rank.

Application Process
Applicants must submit:

1. A completed nomination form.

2. High school transcripts (need not be official) with AP scores and college coursework.

3. A resume in bullet format listing school activities, sports, awards, and community service.

All applications are due by the 15th of each month (September–April) and should be submitted as a single PDF to Scholarship@elks1538.org. Students may update their application once before March 15, 2026.

For more details and to download the application, visit Santa Maria Elks Lodge #1538 Scholarships or explore additional opportunities at the Elks National Foundation.

Marc Stirdivant Scholarship 

Application Deadline: 10/16/2025

Essay Scholarship Rules & Prompt: $600 1st Place,  $200 2nd Place

How do you envision your role in ensuring that the violations that occurred at TCDS don’t recur? Why should the history of TCDS be preserved?

• One essay per person
• Maximum 500 words
• Double-spaced in .docx format.
• Please title your work.
• Essay and entry form must be submitted to TCDSscholarship@gmail.com by midnight, October 16, 2025.
• Judges will review for originality, writing skill, depth, historic accuracy, and clear action recommendations.
• No AI-written or assisted essays will be accepted.

Art Scholarship Rules & Prompt: $600 1st Place $200 2nd Place

Only the oaks stand testament to the civil liberties violations that occurred at the TCDS: no historic buildings exist.

Create Art that will enable people to understand the history of TCDS and feel deeply enough to stop future civil liberty violations.

• One art entry per person.Visual Art may originate in the following formats (tif, jpeg, pdf), 600 dpi or greater, and submitted electronically with entry form to TCDSscholarship@gmail.comby midnight, Oct. 16, 2025.
• Judges will review art based on originality, artistic expression, and skill, applicability to the history of Tuna Canyon, and adherence to the theme.
• No AI-created art will be accepted.

Video Scholarship Rules & Prompt: $600 1st Place $200 2nd Place

Create a video between 1-3 minutes providing reasons to preserve the history of the Tuna Canyon Detention Station. You may use interviews, pictures, and video (with credit) from the TCDS website.

Chick-Fil-A Remarkable Future

Application Deadline: 10/28/2025

Criteria:

• Must demonstrate strong academic performance
• Must show a track record of meaningful community service
• Must have financial need
• Must plan to attend an accredited college, university, or vocational/technical school

Overcoming Adversity Through Sports

Application Deadline: 10/30/2025

Required GPA or higher: 3.0

Win $2,000 to help with tuition, books, or other college costs.  Get a chance to share your story and inspire others. Join a community of resilient student-athletes we’re proud to support.

Who Can Apply? This scholarship is for students who meet the following criteria:  

• 3.0 GPA (provide an unofficial transcript)
• High school seniors currently playing a sport (any kind—school, club, or recreational) 
• Enrolled in or accepted to an accredited college or university in the U.S. 
• U.S. citizens 
• Write a 500- to 700-word essay sharing how sports empowered you to overcome adversity (see below for more details)

Apply using the form on our website by October 30, 2025, and agree to the Terms and Conditions

American Culinary Federation (ACF)

Application Deadline: 10/31/2025

GPA Required: 2.8

Interested in pursuing culinary, pastry, or food service-related careers. The scholarship selection committee looks for well-rounded applicants with a passion for the culinary arts.
Looking for students who

• Give back to their communities 
• Eligible volunteering activities include helping at community charity events, food pantries, and/or culinary clubs.
• Students must be involved with ACFEF for at least one full year before applying for their Scholarships.  

To apply for this scholarship, CLICK HERE for the application materials before the deadline.

• 200-word essays
• Academic transcript
• Two letters of recommendation

A Better Financial Future

Application Deadline 10/31/2025

The Scholarship is open to all residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia, age 17 or older at the time of entry. Employees and contractors of LeverEdge Association are ineligible to participate in the Scholarship Program. All federal, state, and local laws and regulations apply.

Selection
One (1) entry will be selected at random at the end of the Scholarship entry window. The drawings will be performed by an employee of LeverEdge Association, whose decisions are final and binding in all matters related to this Scholarship. The winner(s) will be notified via email. 

Defining the Disability

Application Deadline 10/31/2025

GPA required: 3.0 or higher 

• The candidate must fill out the form below with all necessary information
• 750 -1,000-word essay response to the prompt: How can disability be defined in today’s world compared to its traditional medical definition? As you explore what disability means to you, share how it has played a role in your life, whether through someone you know or through your own personal experience.
• Please note that all essays will be checked for AI writing. If AI writing is deemed present in the essay, the application will be denied.
• The candidate must submit a professional resumé that lists their experience, both professional and academic.
• The candidate must submit a transcript from their current school. First-year college students, graduate students, or individuals who have recently transferred schools may submit an unofficial transcript from their current school, as well as the most recent official transcript from their prior school. High school students can submit proof of acceptance to their college or university.

Preference will be given to students either from or attending secondary school in the state.

Hispanic Heritage Youth

Application Deadline: 11/2/2025

Criteria: 

• Be currently enrolled in high school and graduating in the spring of 2026
• Must have a minimum unweighted 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale or 7.5 on a 10.0 scale
• Must enroll at an accredited higher education institution in 2026-2027

If selected, attendance at the virtual awards ceremony is mandatory

Allan Hancock College Student Body Government (ASBG)

Application Deadline: 11/6/2026

ALLAN HANCOCK: All applicants receiving the $500 scholarship must complete the following requirements

• Fall 2024- enroll in at least 8 units, including the Leadership 111 class in Santa Maria, which meets Monday and Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. – 1:50 p.m.
• The first payment of $250 will be processed if/when the student passes the Leadership 111 class with a C or better and obtains at least a 2.0 GPA.Spring 2025- enroll in at least 8 units, including the Leadership 112 class in Santa Maria, which meets Monday and Wednesday from 11:30 am – 1:50 pm. The second payment of $250 will be processed if/when the student passes the Leadership 112 class with a C or better and obtains at least a 2.0 GPA.

Elks MVS Local

Application Deadline: 11/12/2025

Criteria 

• Current high school seniors, or the equivalent, who are citizens of the United States are eligible to apply.
• Applicants do not need to be related to a member of the Elks. 
• High school graduates are not eligible to apply. 
• Applicants must be citizens of the United States on the date their applications are submitted; permanent legal resident status does not qualify.

Scholarships are available only to students who enroll in four-year undergraduate degree programs at accredited U.S. American colleges or universities.

Elks Student of the Month - Local

Application Deadline: 3/15/2025

Criteria
Applications are judged on a balanced set of accomplishments:

• Community Service (40 points) – depth of involvement and impact on the community.
• School Activities & Sports (35 points) – participation and leadership roles in clubs, organizations, and athletics.
• Academics (25 points) – weighted GPA (grades 10–12), AP test scores (3–5), Allan Hancock College coursework, and class rank.

Application Process
Applicants must submit:

1. A completed nomination form.

2. High school transcripts (need not be official) with AP scores and college coursework.

3. A resume in bullet format listing school activities, sports, awards, and community service.

All applications are due by the 15th of each month (September–April) and should be submitted as a single PDF to Scholarship@elks1538.org. Students may update their application once before March 15, 2026.

For more details and to download the application, visit Santa Maria Elks Lodge #1538 Scholarships or explore additional opportunities at the Elks National Foundation.

Jack Kent Cook Foundation

Application Deadline: 11/12/2025

Criteria:

• Complete four years of high school in the U.S., a U.S territory, or on a U.S. military base and plan to graduate in spring 2026. 
• Fall College Enrollment – Intend to enroll in an accredited four-year college beginning in fall 2026. 
• GPA – Earn a minimum cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.75 or above. 
• Test Scores — Submit standardized test score(s) from one of the following: SAT, ACT, AP, or IB exam. There is no minimum score requirement to apply; however, applicants must have taken one (or more) of these tests and submit the score. 
• Demonstrate Unmet Financial Need – We will consider applicants with a family adjusted gross income up to $95,000. During the selection process, the Foundation will conduct a full financial review, which will take into account all income and assets of the student and the student’s parents.

Be Bold 

Application Deadline: 10/1/2025

$25,000

Criteria:

• Boldest Bold.org profile
• Rolling Deadline: This scholarship has rolling monthly application deadlines.
• Students applying earlier will have a greater chance of winning. It'll be awarded on December 1, 2025.

Hagan

Application Deadline: 12/1/2025

$2,000 to help pay for essential items to attend college and up to $7,500 each semester for up to 8 consecutive semesters.

Required GPA: 3.5 or higher

Criteria 

Must attend a high school located in the United States.
2. All high school students eligible regardless of nationality.
3. Must be fluent in the English language.
4. Must be in the high school graduating class.
5. Must have achieved an unweighted 3.50 CGPA based on a 4.0 Grading Scale.
6. Must enroll in an eligible four-year College or University the first fall semester following high school graduation.
7. The scholarship cannot be used to attend a community college, junior college, or online institution.
8. Must maintain a four year or less graduation schedule, or complete the equivalent of a four year degree if in a professional program.
9. Must work 240 hours from January 1, 2026 until September 1, 2026.  Work must be regularly scheduled employment performed under supervision for compensation. Employment can be full-time or part-time.
10. Applicant’s Adjusted Gross Household Income reported for 2024 Federal Income Tax Purposes must not have exceeded $100,000. “Household Income” is defined as the total income received by all adult members of a household living under the same roof.
11. Applicants are not required to provide FAFSA information. Finalists must provide the FAFSA Summary showing the SAI.
12. Must apply for Federal and State grants if eligible.
 

Elks Student of the Month - Local

Application Deadline: 3/15/2025

Criteria
Applications are judged on a balanced set of accomplishments:

• Community Service (40 points) – depth of involvement and impact on the community.
• School Activities & Sports (35 points) – participation and leadership roles in clubs, organizations, and athletics.
• Academics (25 points) – weighted GPA (grades 10–12), AP test scores (3–5), Allan Hancock College coursework, and class rank.

Application Process
Applicants must submit:

1. A completed nomination form.

2. High school transcripts (need not be official) with AP scores and college coursework.

3. A resume in bullet format listing school activities, sports, awards, and community service.

All applications are due by the 15th of each month (September–April) and should be submitted as a single PDF to Scholarship@elks1538.org. Students may update their application once before March 15, 2026.

For more details and to download the application, visit Santa Maria Elks Lodge #1538 Scholarships or explore additional opportunities at the Elks National Foundation.

College Rators 

Application Deadline: 12/31/2025

Critiria 

• Have attended school in Santa Barbara County for at least four of the six years between grades 7 and 12.
• Graduate or receive a G.E.D. from a Santa Barbara County High School* by June of the current academic year
• Plan to attend a Title IV-approved** school full-time in the next academic year
• Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or AB 540 eligible
• Current or previous awards of the Santa Barbara County Court (youth in foster care after the age of 13) residing outside of the county are eligible to apply to our General Scholarship Program.

Application Deadline: 12/31/2025

$25,000

Criteria:

• Boldest Bold.org profile
• Rolling Deadline: This scholarship has rolling monthly application deadlines.
• Students applying earlier will have a greater chance of winning. It'll be awarded on December 1, 2025.

The Live Más Scholarship is designed for students ages 16-26, who are pursuing higher education, preparing for the workforce, and using their passion to make positive change. 

The Live Más Scholarship provides more than just funding: scholars gain access to mentorship, career-building resources, and a community that helps them turn ambition into lifelong opportunity.

No GPA. No test scores. No recommendations. Video or short essay—your choice.

Who can apply
• Age: 16 - 26 as of deadline (Jan 6, 2026, 5:00 PM PT).

• Residency: Legal resident of the 50 U.S. states or D.C.

• Education: Intent to apply, applying to or enrolled in an accredited 2- or 4-year college, trade, vocational, or technical program.

• Taco Bell Employees & non-employees: both welcome

Army ROTC

Application Deadline: 10/13/2025

Required GPA 2.5 or higher

Criteria:

• Be a U.S. citizen.
• Be at least 17 and under 31 in the year of commissioning.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Have an unweighted high school GPA of at least 2.50 if you’re in high school while applying.
• Have taken the SAT or ACT.
• Take the Army Fitness Test (AFT).
• Meet the physical weight and height requirements.
• Agree to accept a commission and serve in the Army, Army Reserve, or Army National Guard.

Elks Student of the Month - Local

Application Deadline: 3/15/2025

Criteria
Applications are judged on a balanced set of accomplishments:

• Community Service (40 points) – depth of involvement and impact on the community.
• School Activities & Sports (35 points) – participation and leadership roles in clubs, organizations, and athletics.
• Academics (25 points) – weighted GPA (grades 10–12), AP test scores (3–5), Allan Hancock College coursework, and class rank.

Application Process
Applicants must submit:

1. A completed nomination form.

2. High school transcripts (need not be official) with AP scores and college coursework.

3. A resume in bullet format listing school activities, sports, awards, and community service.

All applications are due by the 15th of each month (September–April) and should be submitted as a single PDF to Scholarship@elks1538.org. Students may update their application once before March 15, 2026.

For more details and to download the application, visit Santa Maria Elks Lodge #1538 Scholarships or explore additional opportunities at the Elks National Foundation.

APIA 

Application Deadline: 1/15/2026

Scholarships at APIA Scholars are open to all undergraduate students attending U.S.-accredited colleges or universities. Scholarship amounts range from $2,500 one-year awards to $20,000 multi-year awards. APIA Scholars has a focus on supporting students who live at or below the poverty line and are in the first generation of their family to attend college. APIA Scholars has a wide range of scholarship opportunities, including those for students currently attending or planning to attend 2-year as well as 4-year colleges.

Over the last 20 years, we have awarded scholarships to students from all 50 states, including Hawaii and Alaska, as well as from the American Pacific Islands, including Guam, the Marshall Islands, the Federated States of Micronesia, and the Republic of Palau.

Eligibility Criteria

All applicants must:

• Be a citizen, national, or legal permanent resident of the United States. Citizens of the Republic of the Marshall Islands, the Federated States of Micronesia, and the Republic of Palau are also eligible to apply.
• Be enrolling or continuing as a degree-seeking undergraduate student in a U.S. accredited college or university in fall 2026. Full-time and part-time degree-seeking students are eligible. 

Note: students pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree are eligible to apply; students who have already earned a bachelor’s degree or higher are not eligible to apply.

Bass Pro Shop & Cabela's 

Application Deadline: 1/16/2026

Up to $5,000

Criteria 

• Be a full-time enrolled student as an undergraduate junior or senior at a TMCF member school during the 2026-2027 academic year
• Open to designated majors focusing on conservation or sustainability-related fields
• Current cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher
• Must have the 2026-2027 FAFSA on file at your selected university/college by the time of selection
• Must be able to demonstrate a financial need
• Be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident with a valid permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551

Coolidge Scholarship (Juniors)

• 2025-26 Coolidge Scholarship applicants must intend to enroll full-time at an accredited U.S. college or university as an undergraduate for the first time in fall 2027. That is to say, students in their junior year of high school, or the equivalent if home schooled, are eligible to apply. (Students who are currently high school juniors but take some courses at a local college are indeed eligible to apply for the Coolidge Scholarship.)

•  must be citizens or legal permanent residents of the United States of America by the 2025-26 scholarship deadline.

Community Foundation of San Luis Obispo

November 14, 2025: Online application opens

January 30, 2026: Application closes at midnight

April 2026: Students notified of their scholarship awards

Example of an Unofficial High School Transcript (PDF)
Example of an Undergraduate Unofficial Transcript (PDF)
If assistance is needed, contact us at scholarships@cfsloco.org. Santa Maria applicants accepted

Click on Link for Flyer to fill out: Breitling Out-Of-State College Visit Scholarship Program 2026 

The applicant must be a female student in her junior or senior year at a Santa Barbara County high school and must have attended Santa Barbara County schools throughout grades 7-12.

Must demonstrate financial need for support in meeting the expenses related to out-of-state college campus visits.
• The college(s) visited must be educational institutions located outside the State of California.
We understand the sensitivity of the information you may need to share. Please know that everything submitted is kept confidential, used only for application review, and is never shared or stored scholarship

BENEFITS:
• Financial assistance to help pay for visiting out of state colleges.
• Funds may be used to cover travel expenses, including transportation, lodging,meals, souvenirs, etc.
• Awarded before spring break.

Deadline for submission is January 30, 2026
Questions? Contact: Deanna Vallejo, Senior Program Officer
805.880.9385
DVallejo@sbfoundation.org

Melvin Kruger Scholarship 

The purpose to assist individuals seeking to further their education. Scholarship recipients are eligible to receive funding for up to four years of full-time study at any accredited post-secondary institution of the student’s choice.

Priority will be given to individuals pursuing careers in the roofing or building construction industries (which include architecture; civil, mechanical or structural engineering; construction management; or occupational health and safety.)

Eligibility

All NRCA and Roofing Alliance member applicants shall be:

Full-time and part-time employee* of a roofing industry company or their spouses or dependent children**. The employee must have a minimum of one year of full-time or part-time employment with their companies as of the application deadline. High school seniors or graduates who plan to enroll or students who are already enrolled in a full-time undergraduate course of study.
Construction Management student applicants shall be:

Enrolled at the undergraduate level, regardless of industry affiliation, in a program leading to Bachelor of Science in Construction management degrees that typically are accredited by the American Council for Construction Education (ACCCE), http://www.acce-hq.org.
High school seniors or graduates who plan to enroll or students who are already enrolled in a full-time undergraduate course of study.

https://www.equalityscholarship.org/Apply

The criteria on which scholarship recipients will be selected include:

• Service to the LGBT+ community
• Leadership
• Hardship or special circumstances
• Academic achievement
• be a resident of or attend a high school in northern or central California (see map of specific counties);

• have completed or expect to complete high school (or equivalent) between 1 Jul 2021 and 30 Jun 2026; and
• plan to attend or began attending a U.S. accredited post-secondary institution (college, university, or vocational/trade school) for the first time in 2026.

Students of all sexual orientations and gender identities are eligible.

https://www.golden1.com/our-community/scholarships

Apply by January 31, 2026.

Since 2013, we've awarded $5 million to deserving California students, up to $5,000 per student per year. You or your college-bound family member could be next. Applications are now open! 

Scholarships are for high school seniors or graduates and current college freshmen, sophomores, or juniors, working on their first two- or four-year degree at a nonprofit, accredited college or university in California.  You must be a Golden 1 member* to apply, and have the following:

• GPA of 3.0 or higher
• 24 or more hours of community service or work experience in the past 12 months

Santa Barbara Scholarship Foundation

Application Deadline: 

GPA 2.5 or higher

Criteria 

• Have attended school in Santa Barbara County for at least four of the six years between grades 7 and 12 
• Graduate or receive a G.E.D. from a Santa Barbara County High School* by June of the current academic year 
• Be planning to attend a Title IV-approved** school full-time in the next academic year
• Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or AB 540 eligible
• Current or previous wards of the Santa Barbara County Court (youth in foster care after the age of 13) residing outside of the county are eligible to apply to our General Scholarship Program.

2026 Union Plus Scholarship 

https://www.unionplus.org/benefits/education/union-plus-scholarships 

• Current and retired members of unions participating in any Union Plus program, their spouses and their dependent children (as defined by IRS regulations) are eligible. Grandchildren are not eligible unless a legal dependent (as defined by IRS regulations).  At least one year of continuous union membership by the applicant, applicant's spouse or parent (if applicant is a dependent). The one year membership minimum must be satisfied by May 31, 2025.
• Members of participating unions from the U.S., Puerto Rico, Guam, U.S. Virgin Islands and Canada are eligible.
• The applicant must be accepted into a U.S. accredited college, university, community college, technical or trade school at the time awards are issued. Awards must be used for the 2026 - 2027 school year.
• Undergraduate and graduate students are eligible to apply.

Award: $500-4,000

https://www.dar.org/outreach/education/scholarships

Multiple Scholarships portal: https://dar.academicworks.com/ 

The following criteria apply to all scholarship applicants:

• Applicants must be citizens of the United States.
• Applicants must attend or plan to attend an accredited college or university in the United States.
• All multi-year scholarships, typically renewable up to four years, must be for consecutive years of attendance.
• Awards are based on academic excellence, commitment to the field of study, and/or financial need, or other restrictions on specific scholarships.
• Awards are placed on deposit with the recipient’s college or university and any unused portion shall be returned to the DAR.
• Applicants are only eligible to receive one national scholarship from the DAR Scholarship Committee.

The DAR Scholarship Committee Has an Online Submission Process
DAR is pleased to announce all students applying for scholarships offered by the DAR Scholarship Committee will submit their applications using the online application portal below.  Emailed or mailed applications will no longer be accepted, unless applying for the Margaret Howard Hamilton Scholarship. 

M

SME Education Foundation

Who’s eligible? 

• Graduating high school seniors 

• Current college students 

• Pursuing degrees in technical fields supporting manufacturing 

 Why Apply? 

• One application, endless opportunities 

• Nearly $1 million awarded each year 

• $19 million awarded since 2005

Legacy Award 

For the 2026 contest, any child or grandchild (or step-child, step-grandchild, or legal ward) of a living Elk who joined the Order on or before April 1, 2023, or a charter member of a Lodge that was instituted on or after April 1, 2023, is eligible to apply. The Elk must have paid Lodge dues for the last two contiguous years through March 31, 2026. Great-grandchildren are not eligible.

The applicant must be a high school senior.

The applicant must apply online only. The 2026 Legacy Awards application deadline is February 2, 2026, 11:59 a.m. Pacific Time. 
If the applicant's parent and grandparent are both Elk members, the applicant must select the parent's Elks Lodge on the application.

Students may apply for more than one ENF scholarship; however, they may win only one. In cases where the student wins more than one, we will award the scholarship with the greater value. Students can accept local and state scholarships, which are separate from the awards at the national level.

Legacy Awards may only be applied to accredited US American schools, colleges or universities.

If you are selected as a 2026 Legacy Awards recipient, to further strengthen your connection to the #ElksFamily, you must complete an act of service with a Lodge at least three times during your collegiate career. Click here for more information about serving with the Elks.

Santa Barbara P.E.O Chapter HD memorial

Application Deadline: 2/3/2025

2 x $3,500

Required GPA 3.0 or higher.

High school senior women who are enrolled or planning to enroll in a degree program in any field of study as an undergraduate at a Title IV-approved college, university, or vocational school.

California Teacher Association Scholarships

Criteria and Eligibility

Dependents

• A maximum of 56 scholarships of up to $5,000 are awarded.
• One scholarship is provided in Honor of Ralph J. Flynn and is awarded to the highest-scoring applicant.
• One scholarship is provided in Honor of Ruthie Fagerstrom and is awarded to the second-highest-scoring applicant.
• One scholarship is provided in Honor of Susan B. Anthony and is awarded to the third-highest-scoring applicant.
• Applicant must be the dependent child of an active member of CTA, CTA/NEA-Retired or deceased CTA member and be claimed as a dependent on the member’s current year’s IRS form.
• Applicant must be at least a graduating high school senior.
• High school grade point average should reflect a high unweighted average. College coursework should reflect high academic achievement. Explain any unique circumstances related to medical, physical or emotional difficulties that may have affected your grades.

Dependent Children in Honor of Del A. Weber

(Dependent Children Attending Continuation High School/Alternative Education Programs)

• A maximum of one scholarship of up to $5,000 is awarded.
• Applicant must be the dependent child of an active member of CTA, CTA/NEA-Retired or deceased CTA member and be claimed as a dependent on the member’s current year’s IRS form.

CTA Members

• A maximum of 10 scholarships of up to $3,000 are awarded.
• One scholarship is designated as the American Indian/ Alaska Native Memorial Scholarship in Honor of Alice Piper and is awarded to the highest-scoring applicant.
• One scholarship is designated for an ESP member who wants to transition into the teaching profession, provided an ESP member applies.
• Applicant must be an active member of CTA (including members working on an emergency credential).
• College coursework should demonstrate high academic achievement. Explain any unique circumstances related to medical, physical or emotional difficulties that may have affected your grades. 

CTA Aspiring Educators in Honor of L. Gordon Bittle Memorial

• A maximum of three scholarships of up to $5,000 are awarded.
• One scholarship is designated as the Pacific Asian American Scholarship in Honor of Philip Vera Cruz and is awarded to the highest-scoring applicant.
• Applicant must be an active member of CTA Aspiring Educators and pursuing a career in public education as a student member.
• College coursework should reflect high academic achievement. Explain any unique circumstances related to medical, physical or emotional difficulties that may have affected your grades.

Davidson Fellows Scholarship

To be eligible for consideration as a Davidson Fellow, applicants must:

• Be 18 or younger as of the application deadline to be eligible.
• Be a U.S. citizen residing in the United States, or a Permanent Resident of the United States residing in the United States, or be stationed overseas due to active U.S. military duty.
• There is no minimum age for eligibility.
• Teams of two are eligible. Both team members must meet eligibility requirements.
• Please check out this Frequently Asked Questions video with information on eligibility, category requirements, and application tips!

Davidson Fellows must be available to attend, with one parent or guardian, the awards reception and other recognition events to be held in September in Washington, DC. (Travel expenses and lodging will be provided by the Institute.)

Elks Student of the Month - Local

Application Deadline: 3/15/2025

Criteria
Applications are judged on a balanced set of accomplishments:

• Community Service (40 points) – depth of involvement and impact on the community.
• School Activities & Sports (35 points) – participation and leadership roles in clubs, organizations, and athletics.
• Academics (25 points) – weighted GPA (grades 10–12), AP test scores (3–5), Allan Hancock College coursework, and class rank.

Application Process
Applicants must submit:

1. A completed nomination form.

2. High school transcripts (need not be official) with AP scores and college coursework.

3. A resume in bullet format listing school activities, sports, awards, and community service.

All applications are due by the 15th of each month (September–April) and should be submitted as a single PDF to Scholarship@elks1538.org. Students may update their application once before March 15, 2026.

For more details and to download the application, visit Santa Maria Elks Lodge #1538 Scholarships or explore additional opportunities at the Elks National Foundation.

HSF Scholar Program 

Application Deadline: 2/15/2026

HSF Scholar Benefits

As an HSF Scholar, you will have access to HSF’s invaluable Scholar Support Services and be eligible to receive a scholarship, depending on available funds.    

• Every year, HSF selects 10,000 outstanding students as HSF Scholars from a broad and talented pool of applicants
• HSF Scholars have access to a full range of invaluable Scholar Support Services, including career services, mentorship, leadership development, knowledge building, and wellness training
• Career services include access to select internship and job opportunities with HSF corporate partners
• HSF Scholars are eligible to apply for all Scholar Conferences including, the STEM Summit, Finance Conference, and the Media, Sports & Entertainment Summit
• Exclusive access to the HSF Insider which shares invaluable information and career opportunities
• Finally, and importantly, HSF awards more than $30 million in Scholarships annually and, depending upon available funds, HSF Scholars may also be eligible to receive a scholarship, which range from $500-$5,000 and are awarded directly to students

Award

Scholars are selected based on merit. Award amounts range from $500 - $5,000, based on relative need.

Eligibility Requirements

• The HSF Scholar Program is open to students of all races who identify as being of Hispanic Heritage.

• U.S. citizen, permanent legal resident, or DACA 

• Minimum of 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for high school students; minimum of 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for college and graduate students

• Plan to enroll full-time in an accredited, public or not-for-profit, four-year university, or graduate school, in the US, for the 2025-2026 academic year

• Submit the FAFSA or state-based financial aid forms (if applicable)

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Dell Scholarship

To be eligible, you must:

• Be a high school senior participating in an approved college readiness program

• Plan to enroll full-time at an accredited four-year college or university right after high school

• Be Pell Grant eligible

• Have at least a 2.4 GPA

Strong candidates demonstrate:

• A strong sense of purpose – They set clear goals and take steps to achieve them.

• A career-driven mindset – They see their bachelor’s degree as a stepping stone to a fulfilling career.

• Perseverance – They turn obstacles into opportunities, finding ways to move forward and succeed.

• Self-motivation and determination – They take initiative, seek opportunities, and keep pushing forward.

Kiwanis - Local

Application Deadline: 

Autobiography:
Please prepare an autobiographical essay of no more than 500 words which includes the following topics:

• Qualifications specific to the scholarship(s) for which you are applying
• Community involvement, including the Kiwanis Key Club
• What are your future educational and career goals? Why?

Checklist for application packets:

The following items should be included in your packet:

• No two-sided pages. Do not send a resumé.

Completed application signed by student and parent/guardian

• An official high school transcript
• An essay (maximum 500 words)
• Include one letter of recommendation (required):

https://horatioalger.org/scholarships-and-services/undergraduate-scholarships/ 

• Household income: less than 100,000
• U.S. Citizen

CA Association of Winegrape Growers

• Be graduating from high school and planning to attend a California four-year university/state college or a two-year community college in the fall;
• Have a parent or legal guardian who was employed by a California winegrape grower during the current or past growing season (this requirement does not apply for the Robert Miller Memorial Scholarship);
• Complete the online application;
• Attach an official high school transcript;
• Provide a letter of recommendation from an instructor, school principal or counselor that includes their signature and provides the address, telephone number and position held at the school;
• Submit a 500 word essay (approximately 2 pages, see application for details)

Robert Miller Memorial Scholarship for Viticulture and Enology - Investing in the future of young people from the Central Coast who want to make their career in the Central Coast grape and wine industry.

 Bob's enthusiasm for building a world-class wine region will be perpetuated by investing in the future of young people from the Central Coast who want to study and start a career in the Central Coast grape and wine industry focused in the grape and wine industry. Each year either a $500 (for Alan Hancock Community College) or a $1,000 (for Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo) scholarship will be awarded.

APPLICATIONS ARE DUE NO LATER THAN MIDNIGHT ON FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2026.

The Selection Process

The CAWG Foundation board will award the scholarship. Selection is based upon the following five criteria:

1)  Financial need.

2)  Demonstrated scholastic ability.

3)  Community involvement and leadership and/or work employment. This is a broad category that assumes one or a combination of the following:

• Community service.

• Employment where the student is contributing to the California economy which may not allow time for community service.

• Sports participation with the understanding that these activities build character and leadership skills, teach strategic and analytical thinking, and promote goal setting and teamwork.

4)  Your determination to succeed.

5)  500-word essay.

To qualify for the scholarships, students must:

• Be a Central Coast high school senior graduating in 2026 or a student enrolled at Alan Hancock Community College or Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo.

• Plan to major, or are majoring in, viticulture or enology at either Alan Hancock Community College or Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo.

• Complete the application form.

• Attach an official high school transcript and/or most current class enrollment and transcription forms.

• Provide a letter of recommendation from a high school instructor, the school principal, or high school counselor, or college instructor, or college administrator. The letter must be signed and provide the address, telephone number, and position held in the school.

• Provide a current photo such as your senior portrait.

PG&E ERG & ENG Scholarships

These scholarships are designed for students committed to specific communities or causes. They provide an essential bridge of connection to our diverse customers And funded by donations raised by members of these groups and coworkers at PG&E.

Scholarships are open to all students and have no gender or race requirements. Students are encouraged to apply for more than one or all eligible scholarships.

Important dates

• Open: Jan. 12, 2026
• Deadline: Feb. 28, 2026

How to qualify

Applicants for ALL the scholarships listed below must be a:

• High school senior or graduate
• Student that has earned their GED
• Current undergraduate or postsecondary undergraduate student OR
• Non-traditional student or veteran
  • Returning to school or pursuing an undergraduate degree for the first time

Applicants must:

• Reside in PG&E’s service territory
• Plan to enroll full-time in an accredited college or university in the fall

The 2025-2026 CIF State Scholar-Athlete of the Year Award recognizes college-bound high school seniors whose academic and athletic careers have been truly exemplary and whose personal standards (i.e., integrity, honesty, etc.) and accomplishments are a positive model for others. Two State winners (1 male and 1 female) will each receive a $10,000 scholarship.

Additionally, 20 Section winners (one male and one female student-athlete in each CIF Section) will be awarded a $1,500 scholarship.

• Academic Information: min GPA of 3.7 (Unweighted) / SAT or ACT score required

• Residence: California

• Grade Level: H.S. Senior

• Minimum of two (2) years of athletic participation at the Varsity level

PG&E Better Together STEM Scholarships

Important dates

• Opens: Jan. 12, 2026
• Deadline: Mar. 12, 2026

How to qualify

Applicants must be a:

• High school senior or graduate
• Student that has earned their GED
• Current college undergraduate, OR
• Non-traditional student or veteran
  • Returning to school or pursuing an undergraduate degree for the first time

Applicants must:

• Reside in PG&E’s service territory, or
• Be a dependent of a resident in PG&E’s service territory

Applicants must:

• Plan to enroll as an undergraduate at a four-year college or university in California or a Historical Black College or University (HBCU) in the U.S.
• Be pursuing their first undergraduate degree
• Be pursuing a degree in one of the following STEM disciplines:
  • Engineering (e.g. electrical, mechanical, industrial, environmental construction, power and/or energy)
  • Computer Science/Information Systems
  • Environmental and Biological Sciences
  • Math, Statistics, and Physics

Elks Student of the Month 

Application Deadline: 3/15/2025

Criteria
Applications are judged on a balanced set of accomplishments:

• Community Service (40 points) – depth of involvement and impact on the community.
• School Activities & Sports (35 points) – participation and leadership roles in clubs, organizations, and athletics.
• Academics (25 points) – weighted GPA (grades 10–12), AP test scores (3–5), Allan Hancock College coursework, and class rank.

Application Process
Applicants must submit:

1. A completed nomination form.

2. High school transcripts (need not be official) with AP scores and college coursework.

3. A resume in bullet format listing school activities, sports, awards, and community service.

All applications are due by the 15th of each month (September–April) and should be submitted as a single PDF to Scholarship@elks1538.org. Students may update their application once before March 15, 2026.

For more details and to download the application, visit Santa Maria Elks Lodge #1538 Scholarships or explore additional opportunities at the Elks National Foundation.

2026 Spring Scholarship Application   
Applicants can apply one time only. 
Click on the Above Link, then create a UN and PW to access the Application.
1,200 new Hagan Scholarships can be awarded for the 2026-2027 academic year.

Updates are posted on the Application Timeline Link.  

Essential Information
For students in the 2026 high school graduating class.
1. Hagan Scholarship Brochure. An overview of the scholarship, eligibility, responsibilities and benefits.
2. Tips on How to Prepare a Successful Application 

Eligibility Criteria. No Exceptions.
1. Must attend a high school located in the United States.
2. Must be in the high school graduating class.
3. All students who meet the eligibility criteria can apply regardless of nationality or citizenship.
4. Must have achieved an unweighted 3.50 CGPA based on a 4.0 Grading Scale.
5. Must provide a current copy of the applicant’s High School Transcript.
6. Must provide an “unsealed” Letter of Recommendation. If an unsealed LOR is not available from an educator, provide from a non-educator.
7. Must enroll in an eligible four-year College or University the first fall semester following high school graduation.
8. The scholarship cannot be used to attend a community college, junior college, or online institution.
9. Must maintain a four year or less graduation schedule, or complete the equivalent of a four year degree if in a professional program.
10. Must work 240 hours from January 1, 2026 until September 1, 2026 to be eligible for a fall semester disbursement. Work must be regularly scheduled non-family employment performed under supervision for compensation. Employment can be full-time or part-time.
11. Parents Adjusted Gross Household Income reported for 2024 Federal Income Tax Purposes must not have exceeded $125,000. 
12. U.S. Citizens selected as Finalists must provide the first two pages of their FAFSA Summary. The FAFSA Summary must show the SAI.   
13. Non U.S. Citizens selected as Finalists must provide Proof of non-U.S. Citizenship. Copy of Foreign Passport or Green Card.
14. Must apply for Federal and State grants if eligible.

Army ROTC

Application Deadline: 3/16/2025

Required GPA 2.5 or higher

Criteria:

• Be a U.S. citizen.
• Be at least 17 and under 31 in the year of commissioning.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Have an unweighted high school GPA of at least 2.50 if you’re in high school while applying.
• Have taken the SAT or ACT.
• Take the Army Fitness Test (AFT).
• Meet the physical weight and height requirements.
• Agree to accept a commission and serve in the Army, Army Reserve, or Army National Guard.

Scholarship Minerva Club Trust Fund, INC.

The criteria must include the following:

Application Click: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:80cf8e5e-d4a9-47c7-bc73-1b7cac5dbe60

Website: https://www.minervaclubofsantamaria.org/scholarship-trust

Please answer the following questions on a separate sheet and attach:

Also attach: One letter of recommendation from a school staff member One letter of recommendation from a community member (other than family), and an unofficial high school transcript.

Application Click: https://www.minervaclubofsantamaria.org/scholarship-trust

Application: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pMAdlgOOB3hSTdYk-8NO3GHIdSuoKcoUBtZcyTeyeag/edit?tab=t.0 

Please attach the following: 

1. A personal statement which includes your hobbies, outside interests, extracurricular and school related volunteer activities, your non-school sponsored volunteer community service and how it has affected you, any academic honors, awards, membership and activities while in school
2. A Letter of Recommendation from one of your teachers
3. Attach Transcripts

Must be postmarked or emailed by March 30, 2026. 

Please send to: Ann McDanie Altrusa of Golden Valley Foundation Chair OR P.O. Box 6713

mcdaniela1955@gmail.com Santa Maria, CA 93456

Juan Nevarez Memorial Scholarship

Click  here to fill out application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfz23OPmhvwaTT2KQWKRumiWdGUnUoDIp8oj32YtUbp7B7_hw/viewform 

Scholarships are awarded based on financial need, academic excellence, and community, work and/or caregiver responsibilities. Multi-year scholarship awards range from $1,000 ‐ $6,000 per student per year. The number of scholarships awarded is based on fund availability.

Eligibility

• Graduating high school seniors or high school graduates who have never attended college.
• Applicant or applicant’s parent/guardian must be employed or contracted by the vineyard and winery industry.
• Applicant must plan to enroll and complete at least one full year of study at full-time status
• Live in California

Applicant Must Demonstrate:

• Financial need
• A strong academic record with at least a 3.0 GPA.
• Involvement in: School extracurricular activities; Community service projects or activities; Workforce; and/or caregiving or home responsibilities.

Material Checklist:

• Gmail account to complete the application. 
• Work and extracurricular activities
  • School, volunteer, family and work-related
• 4 Short Essay (100 to 150 words) 

1. Explain your career aspirations and your educational plan to meet these goals. Be specific.
2. Explain how you have helped your family or made your community a better place to live. Provide specific examples.
3. Describe a personal accomplishment and the strengths and skills you used to achieve it.
4. Describe a significant change or experience that has occurred in your life. How did you respond and what did you learn about yourself?

• Letter of Recommendation (upload)
• Unofficial Transcript (upload)

Application: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:17780510-fea3-4fd0-a5f7-22f6fdc3a7ae

Application Link: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:e5cadb1a-6664-4992-9ae8-20a64a8fc893

Application Link: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:c6fcd4c1-1ed4-4c51-9e05-9230088d5f10 

ELIGIBILITY:  Scholarships are limited to California residents who will be freshmen in the fall quarter and who are eligible for admissions to a college or university.

Elks Student of the Month 

Application Deadline: 3/15/2025

Criteria
Applications are judged on a balanced set of accomplishments:

• Community Service (40 points) – depth of involvement and impact on the community.
• School Activities & Sports (35 points) – participation and leadership roles in clubs, organizations, and athletics.
• Academics (25 points) – weighted GPA (grades 10–12), AP test scores (3–5), Allan Hancock College coursework, and class rank.

Application Process
Applicants must submit:

1. A completed nomination form.

2. High school transcripts (need not be official) with AP scores and college coursework.

3. A resume in bullet format listing school activities, sports, awards, and community service.

All applications are due by the 15th of each month (September–April) and should be submitted as a single PDF to Scholarship@elks1538.org. Students may update their application once before March 15, 2026.

For more details and to download the application, visit Santa Maria Elks Lodge #1538 Scholarships or explore additional opportunities at the Elks National Foundation.

Link: https://www.agifedfoundation.org/agif-scholarship/

Application:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HEJ2Bz6HVBCNls2UiTnnNqN7CITDbdsb/view 

Application: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:97a3ac28-04e1-478d-ae9d-c5865f048c11

Application Full Link: 

https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:1962c12c-a8b1-4925-ab5a-3eef532d7471

Application Link: 

https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:03541680-8918-46b7-bacd-c8850b3bbea9

Eligibility:

https://clcccf.org/clcccf-scholarship-application-form/ 

To be eligible for scholarship consideration, prospective candidates must meet the following requirements: 

• Students who consider the California Central Coast their home in one of the following counties: Santa Cruz, Monterey, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, or Ventura.
• Be a full-time student (undergraduate or graduate) in good academic standing at an accredited college or university, OR
• Be a graduating high school senior with written proof of acceptance at an accredited institution of higher learning.
• Have a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 out of 4.0
• Submit a completed application along with all required supplementary documents by the application deadline. 

The following information must be submitted online for consideration:

• Completed Application
• Signed Visual/Audio Image Release Form in case you are chosen as a recipient
• Resume
• Two Recommendation Letters
• School Transcript (Official or Unofficial)
• Acceptance letter to the school student  will attend during the next school year (for prospective undergraduate, transfer, and graduate students)

Please note: 

• Items submitted separately will not be considered
• If you are selected to receive a scholarship, a photo/headshot will be required for promotional materials and must be received in order for your scholarship to be disbursed. 

Application Link: https://bobaluberries.com/scholarships/ 

Application: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:5af8a17b-28d8-4712-870c-59398c3f0048 

Application Link: 

https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:41bb1251-c52a-48a0-95ea-03e1bdafab4b

Click for ChiADO SMHS Scholarship    

Qualifications:

An academic interest in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, or education as a career. o Overall GPA (9-12) of at least 3.5 Attach the following:

1. Current Transcript (does not have to be official)

2. Two Letters of Recommendation (one MUST be academic)

3. Personal Narrative Essay (300 words) to include:

a. Career goals

b. Community service activities and hours

c. School involvement

Recipients of scholarship MUST: 1. Attend the Senior Award Ceremony on May 20th, 2026 @ 6 pm 2. Provide proof of full-time (12 units or more) enrollment for the Fall 2026 by September 15, 2026 3. Write a thank you letter to Mr. John Bruce Award: Student will receive up to $10,000 (2,500/year) with annual proof of enrollment from the university.

Application:  https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:825daa50-42d9-4e57-a5de-cfe2928410b2 

Deadline: May 1st, 2026

https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:8b008b46-5b54-45b7-a27b-a88b82b77282 

Link:

https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:37428a0e-c609-4eeb-bf7c-b8b492dcafa7?locale=en-US&x-product=AdobeHome%2F2.0&guid=ed97ce83-ec20-49e3-a084-a1897453844d&mv2=ahome

Application Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeHIbJkzyKLW4md-rB8qoDFKyGqE4huLxS8X05mIijzG0raxw/viewform

Click on Link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1d-ET0QnTv0l1iZi3cLkukhdstx2MZqGWKo99rHTbV7A/edit?tab=t.0

Application: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:3f9ab13f-adff-41a2-a806-ce95dd98b5eb

Applications: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:6014f92e-a97d-45ff-af47-f1a0c57e79f1

Application Link: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:62beb871-12a3-45c4-9c8e-1feffa77f07e

Application Link: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:5c0b9637-0e2d-4179-8702-efc1c61ef744

Eligibility Requirements
1. The applicant must be o f Filipino descent.
2. The applicant must have a cumulative GPA o f 3.8 o r higher.
3. The applicant must submit a brief essay written by the applicant describing their educational and
career goals, as well as any awards, achievements, leadership roles, community involvement, and
other relevant circumstances the Scholarship Committee should consider during the selection
process.
4 . Provide school certification from both the school principal and guidance counselor confirming
the applicant's academic standing and eligibility.
Application Submission
Completed applications and all supporting documents must be mailed to:
P.O. Box 7923
Santa Maria, CA 93456
All applications must be received on or before May 15, 2026.

Scholarship Application: https://mixteco.org/labor-justice/tequioscholarship/ 

https://www.forbree.org/

Application Link: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:173744c2-9fa4-4ed5-9bbb-bbf60134a4b2

Application OPEN: 

https://horatioalger.org/career-technical-education-scholarships/

National Career & Technical Scholarship

Award Amount: 300 scholarships at $2,500 each

Eligibility Requirements

John Hardin Hudiburg Career & Technical Scholarship

Award Amount: 1 scholarship at $4,000

Eligibility Requirements

John Rollins Career & Technical Scholarship

Award Amount: 8 scholarships at $2,500

Eligibility Requirements

Valencia College Career & Technical Scholarship

Award Amount: 16 scholarships at $2,500 each

Eligibility Requirements

Warren Webster Technical Scholarship

Award Amount: 4 scholarships at $2,500 each

Eligibility Requirements

Application: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:441f0cbc-35b9-4084-9538-7a7b3258b19d?viewer%21megaVerb=group-discover

HACU

Application Deadline:  6/25/2025

Criteria 

• Students must be enrolled in a college at least 200 miles from their designated home at the time of application.
• Students must be in good academic standing as determined by his or her college.
• Students must be 18 years old or older at the time of application.

• Selected students will be required to complete an IRS Form W-9 with the student’s Social Security Number (SSN) or other Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN).

Eligibility for the program will not be limited by race, ethnicity, or national origin