Scholarships
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What is a Scholarship?
- A scholarship is free money that never has to be paid back. It is usually based on a characteristic, ability, or achievement. It is intended to help students further their education.
- Most local scholarships open in the Spring. Please read additional scholarship criteria on the applications CAREFULLY to make sure you're eligible!
- Some local scholarships are being added below, but be sure to visit Naviance Family Connection for the full list!
Scholarship Search Engines
Scholarship Buddy - California:This site has scholarships that are only for CA students!
CollegeGreenlight.com: This site is intended for students from underrepresented groups. In addition to scholarships, it includes great info on summer programs, fly-in programs, and more!
GoingMerry: one of the most popular new scholarship sites, includes a good list of scholarship for CA students
Congressional Hispanic Caucus: very good resource that allows you to customize your list of scholarships.
Fastweb: huge scholarship website
Unigo: scholarship site that also features student reviews of colleges
SmartScholar: scholarship site that allows you to search by various characteristics
CollegeXpress: Good site with scholarship listings and other college information
Scholarship List
| Scholarship Name | Description | Amount | Deadline | Notes |
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The Gates Scholarship is a highly selective, last-dollar scholarship for exceptional, Pell-eligible, minority, high school seniors.
Applicants must be US citizens and have a minimum 3.3 GPA.
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Full cost of attendance |
September 15, 2019
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Click on link to apply
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The National College Match is a college admission and scholarship process through which high-achieving, low-income students can be admitted early with full four-year scholarships to Questbridge college partners.
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Full cost of attendance |
September 26, 2019
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Click on link to apply
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Hispanic Heritage Foundation Youth Awards
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High school students will receive educational grants and be celebrated as Latino leaders in the community
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up to $3,500 |
October 15, 2019
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Click on link to apply
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The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to graduating high school seniors. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities.
Applicants must be US citizens.
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$20,000 |
October 31st, 2019
5:00 p.m. EST
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Click on link to apply
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Golden Cougars Can Achieve Anything Scholarship
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ONE recipient will be selected per grade level
12th Grade: Brand New HP Laptop
9th-11th Grade: Brand new NOOK tablet, Princeton Review SAT book & ACT prep guide, and a $20 NOOK gift card!
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Look at the description box for details |
November 8th, 2019 5:00 p.m.
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Click on the link to apply
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Comcast Leaders and Achievers Scholarship Program
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The Comcast Leaders and Achievers Scholarship Program recognizes students who have demonstrated outstanding community services, exceptional academic performance, and strong leadership skills.
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One-time $2,500 |
December 6, 2019
5:00 p.m. EST
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Click on link to apply
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Edison Scholarship
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Edison International is awarding $40,000 college scholarships to 30 high school seniors. Eligibility requirements include: must be a high school senior, minimum 3.0 GPA, live in Southern California Edison's service area,plan to attend a four year college or university. Must be pursuing studies in science.
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$40,000 |
December 16, 2019
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Click on the link to apply
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Alliance of Asian Pacific Administrators (AAPA) Scholarship
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The AAPA scholarship provides financial assistance for Asian/Pacific Island seniors who wish to further their education. Criteria for selection: Asian/ Pacific Island Asian ancestry, LAUSD graduating senior, minimum GPA 2.5, evidence of good character, citizenship, and school/community service.
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$2,000 |
January 24, 2020
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Click on link to apply
PDF attached Below.
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Council of Black Administrators (COBA) Scholarship
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COBA will award scholarships to qualified black students planning to attend a four-year college or university. This scholarship will be awarded to a student who has demonstrated excellence in academic achievement, leadership in extra-curricular activities, community services, and excellent recommendations from their college advisor.
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$2,000 |
February 7, 2020
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Application attached at bottom of this page.
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Stay in School Scholarship Program
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The Stay in School Scholarships will be offered to seniors planning to attend a four-year college. Scholarship is available to students residing in the greater Los Angeles area.
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$4,000 |
February 15, 2020
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Click on link to apply
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Associated Administrators of Los Angeles (AALA) Scholarship
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The AALA is awarding 25 scholarships to high school seniors. Applicants are required to complete the following: a one/two page typed personal essay, one letter of recommendation, a copy of official transcripts, and provide a list of extracurricular activities/services, community service, work experience.
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$2,000 |
February 21, 2020
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Application attached at bottom of this page.
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The Association of Educational Office Employees (AEOE)
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The AEOE will be awarding scholarships to LAUSD high school seniors.
Click on the attached document below for more information.
Be sure to thoroughly read all eligibility requirements.
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$3,000 |
February 20, 2020
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Application attached at the bottom of this page.
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Rotary Club of Los Angeles Scholarship
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Scholarships available to students who will be graduating high school within the County of Los Angeles and planning to attend a four-year college. Click on the link for more information.
Be sure to thoroughly read all eligibility requirements on the website provided.
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ranges from $4,000 - $8,000 |
February 24, 2020
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Click on the link to apply
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| William L. Frye Scholarship |
The San Fernando Elks Lodge will award a scholarship to a high school senior pursuing a B.A. or B.S. at a four year college or university. Students must have a GPA of 3.5 for the past two years, must be a U.S citizen, and reside in the San Fernando Valley or have a significant affiliation with this community.
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$25,000 |
February 28, 2020
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Application attached at bottom of this page.
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| Japanese American Citizens League |
The Japanese American Citizens League will award a scholarship to a high school senior planning to attend a four year college or university.
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TBA |
March 2, 2020
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Application attached at bottom of this page.
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| Valley University Women Scholarship |
The Valley University Women Scholarship is awarding $3,000 to students of public high schools who are residents of the San Fernando Valley and planning to attend a four-year college or university in California as a full time student. Be sure to thoroughly read all eligibility requirements on the website provided.
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$3,000 |
March 6, 2020
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Click on the link
Application attached at bottom of this page.
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| Council of Mexican American Administrators Scholarship |
LAUSD graduating high school seniors are invited to apply
for the CMAA scholarship. The scholarship will be awarded to a deserving students who demonstrate higher education aspirations. Be sure to thoroughly read all eligibility requirements on the attached pdf below.
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$2,000 |
March 11, 2020
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Application attached at bottom of this page.
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California Credit Union Scholarship
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The California Credit Union Scholarship acknowledge exceptional students throughout the greater Los Angeles, San Diego, Orange County and Riversides counties. High school senior must be enrolling into a two or four year college or community college planning to transfer into a four-year university. Applicant must have a minimum 3.0 GPA. | $1,000 |
March 16, 2020
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Click on link to apply
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World Trade Week Scholarship
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Scholarships available to outstanding students pursuing post-secondary studies in programs which may lead to careers in law, accounting, product development, among others. | $500- $1,000 |
March 17, 2020
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Click on link to apply
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Delta Kappa Gamma Scholarship
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Scholarship available to outstanding women high school graduates entering an accredited college or university who will prepare for a profession in education. | $500- $1,000 |
March 23,2020
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Application attached at bottom of this page.
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| 10 scholarships available. Each program is tailored to reflect the donor's personal interests, whether targeted to specific ethnicities, career paths (eg. engineering, business, accounting), or backgrounds (eg. children of farm or restaurant workers). | $2,000 | March 27, 2020 | ||
| PTSA Scholarship | Kennedy HS's PTSA will be selecting 3 seniors who are college bound. Each student will receive a $1,000 scholarship to go towards university, community college, or career college expenses and free trip to Disneyland Grad Night. Student needs to be a member of the PTSA. | $1,000 | March 30, 2020 |
Application attached at bottom of this page.
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| Rickey & Robbi Gelb Charitable Foundation Scholarship | Scholarship is awarded to deserving students who may not have the means to support their own secondary education at a San Fernando valley college, university, or trade School (e.g., CSUN, Mission, Pierce, LAVC). | $1,000 | March 30, 2020 |
Application attached at bottom of this page.
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| Making a Difference Foundation Scholarship (MADF) | This scholarship awards seniors who demonstrate financial need, are enrolled or accepted into a college/university, and live in and/or go to school in Pierce or King County in Washington state or Los Angeles school district in California. | $1,500 | March 31, 2020 |
Application attached at bottom of this page
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| JVS Scholarship Program | JVS Scholarship program provides qualified Jewish students whose primary residence is in the Greater Los Angeles area with need-based financial aid. For eligibility requirements see the attached pdf file below. | $500-$5,000 | March 31, 2020 |
Click on link to apply
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Andres y Maria Cardenas Family Foundation Scholarship
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This scholarship will be awarded to a current high school senior in the Northeast San Fernando Valley. The applicant must be planning to attend a community college or any four-year university. No GPA requirement - emphasis on strong work ethic, clear goals, and contributing to our community. | varies |
deadline extended to April 24th
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Click on link to apply
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| CGCS-Bernard Harris Math & Science Scholarship | Scholarships will be awarded to two African American and two Hispanic students currently completing their senior year of high school in a member district of the Council of the Great City Schools. Applicants must be accepted for full?time enrollment at a four? year college or university in the next academic year, and pursuing a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM). | $5,000 |
April 06, 2020
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Click on link to apply
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| Essay and Visual Arts Scholarships to Raise Awareness of the Armenian Genocide | The California Armenian Legislative Caucus is holding two scholarships contest.California high school students in 9-12 grade are encouraged to participate in an essay contest and/ or visual art contest to increase awareness of the Armenian Genocide. | $1,000 |
April 06, 2020
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Click on the link to apply
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| Galpin Scholarship |
Galpin Ford is offering (10) $1,000 scholarships to graduating high school seniors
pursuing a career in the automotive field. These scholarships may be used for college, junior college, or occupational schools that specialize in auto mechanics or sales. |
$1,000 |
April 13, 2020
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Application can be found on this link:
E-mail your application to karl@galpin.com
Flyer attached below |
| Women of Excellence Scholarship |
This year in honor of our 11th Anniversary, Scholarships will be awarded in the amount of $1,500 - $5,000 per recipient with a 3.5 GPA or higher to young ladies living in Southern California. In addition, they are also required to complete an essay, submit 2 letters of recommendation, present their resume, and transcripts |
$1,500-$5,000 |
April 12, 2019
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Click on link to learn more.
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| Jean C. Seratti High School Scholarship | Scholarships will be awarded to the top six applicants. Each winner will receive a scholarship in the amount of $1,000. Winners will be notified and must attend a luncheon at Porter Valley Country Club. | $1,000 |
April 2, 2020
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Application attached at bottom of this page.
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| Los Angeles TLC Scholarships | LATLC will award ten (10) college scholarships in the amount of $2,500 each to deserving high school seniors who will enroll in college in 2020. If you are a high school senior who will attend college, then consider submitting an application for a scholarship in 2020. | $2,500 |
April 15, 2020
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Click on the link to apply
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For students interested in fisheries, natural resources, environmental sciences, forest resources, oceanography or a related field
Minimum GPA: 3.0
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$1,000 | April 15, 2020 | Application attached at bottom of this page. | |
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Applicant must be planning to attend full time at a college, university, trade school,business school, or any other institution of higher learning. Every applicant must be a JACL member. Click on the website provided for more information.
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TBA |
April 15, 2020
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Click on the link to apply
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Dr.Karin Duran Memorial Youth Scholarship
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Applicant must be a high achieving Latina high school student from the San Fernando Valley. Must be attending either a two or four year college/university for the upcoming term Fall 2020.
Minimum 2.5 GPA.
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$1,000 | extended to Apr. 30th! |
Click on the link to apply
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Southern California Garden Club
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Must major in agricultural science or horticulture.
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$1,000 |
April 15, 2020
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https://www.socalgardenclub.org/scholarship |
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Aerojet Rocketdyne Scholarship / LAUSD Employee Scholarship
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This is a joint scholarship application open to all majors. Please describe your interest in STEM if applying for Aerojet. There will be 3 guaranteed winners at JFK High!
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$250 - $1,000 |
April 24, 2020
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Application attached at bottom of this page. |
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Sports Unlimited
Scholarship |
We award a $1,000 scholarship annually to some of the most inspiring students in the country. Write an essay on the following topic: "What changes to sports and/or sports equipment do you think we will see in the next 10 years and why? | $1,000 | April 25, 2020 |
Click on the link to apply
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| Granada Hills Woman's Club Scholarship |
Local scholarship, based on financial need.
Contact person and email:
Shirley Taylor
shirmtay@gmail.com
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$1,000 | April 27, 2020 |
Application attached at the bottom of this page.
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| Maria Suarez Foundation Scholarship |
Must be a Southern California resident of Los Angeles County, must demonstrate financial need, and must have full-time enrollment in a trade school, vocational school, community college, or four-year university during the period for which scholarship is requested
Minimum GPA: 2.5
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$1,000 |
April 30, 2020
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Application is located on their website
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| LAFCU Scholarship |
You are eligible to apply if you are a high school senior or college student with a minimum 2.5 GPA who has verification of attending a college, university or trade school in the Fall. Scholarship winners are selected based on their academic transcript, extracurricular activities, community service, and essay.
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$2,000 |
April 30, 2020
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Application attached at bottom of this page
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| A Voice for Animals |
Entrants must write an essay on a topic surrounding animal species, animal suffering, or animal preservation.
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$200-$500 |
TBA
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Click on link to apply
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| All About Education Scholarship |
"How will a $3,000 scholarship for education make a difference in your life?" (250 words or less)
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$3,000 |
April 30, 2020
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Click on the link to apply
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| Models of Excellence Scholarship Competition |
Friends of Project 10 Inc. will be awarding $1,000, $2,000, and $3,000 scholarships to senior high school students, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity, from public, private and parochial schools who have advanced the civil rights of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) population. Graduating students must be going onto higher education
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$1,000-$3,000 |
May 3, 2020
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Click on the link to apply http://friendsofproject10.org/scholarships.html |
| Los Hermanos de Stanford |
Los Hermanos de Stanford is committed to academic excellence, community service, and cultural awareness.This year multiple scholarships will be awarded to outstanding Latin students graduating from high school with plans to attend any 2-year or 4-year institution of higher learning. |
$500-$1,000 |
May 4, 2020
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Click on link to apply
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| Design a Better Future Scholarship |
Submit a proposal for how you'll better your
community. Five $10,000 scholarships will be awarded. |
$10,000 |
May 15, 2020
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| ABSW Foundation Click on the link to apply http://honorsgradu.com/scholarship/Scholarship |
ABSW Foundation, Inc. is offering scholarships to African American or Black college bound students at the senior high school level and those attending
an accredited community college, 4 year college/ university or studying at the post graduate level. Minimum GPA: 2.5 |
$1,000 | May 15, 2019 | Application attached at bottom of this page. |
| Soraya Ziarati Scholarship | Three scholarship awards of $500 will be awarded to deserving John F. Kennedy High School graduating seniors. Awards are given to students who are pursuing a higher education beyond high school at an accredited college or university. Minimum GPA: 2.75 | $500 | May 22, 2020 | Application attached at bottom of this page |
| California Latino Legislative Caucus | Applicant must be a graduating high school senior. Student must show proof of acceptance to an accredited institution. Student must have a minimum GPA of 2.5. | $5,000 | June 1st |
Click on link to apply
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