California Scholarships for High School and College Students

The Edison Scholars Program recognizes students who want to be makers of tomorrow — the dreamers, inventors, guardians and pioneers — those who dare to be great.Edison International will award $50,000 college scholarships to 30 high school seniors to help them follow their dreams in science, technology, engineering or math (STEM) and empower them to change the world.This is a chance for students with big dreams to advance their education and take part in shaping a Clean Energy future.Edison International has awarded more than $16.5 million in scholarships to 790 students through this program since 2006.The DetailsHere’s the rundown of...

The 2025/2026 application will open on the Scholarship Portal on August 1, 2024.Applications are due 11:59 PM Pacific Time, January 30, 2025. Late applications will not be considered. Announcement of 2025-2026 award recipients will be made in May, 2025.Only applications from final year PhD students enrolled at one of the following universities will be accepted.California Institute of TechnologyUniversity of California, BerkeleyUniversity of California, DavisUniversity of California, IrvineUniversity of California, Los AngelesUniversity of California, RiversideUniversity of California, San DiegoUniversity of California, Santa BarbaraUniversity of California, Santa CruzUniversity of Southern CaliforniaStanford UniversityFour Fellowships will be awarded for the 2025-2026 cycle at $28,000...

eQuality Scholarship Collaborative has fostered student leadership for over 30 years. In 2024, our cumulative scholarship awards surpassed $2,100,000.Why?eQuality Scholarship Collaborative awards scholarships to honor and encourage northern and central California students for their service to the lesbian/gay/bisexual/transgender community.Who?In general, eligible students fall into one of these categories:Resident of northern or central California who completed or expects to complete high school or equivalent between 1 Jul 2020 and 30 Jun 2025;Resident of northern or central California who completed or expects to complete community college between 1 Jul 2020 and 30 Jun 2025;Students pursuing a medical degree at an accredited medical/graduate...

The CTA Scholarship for Dependent Children offers a maximum of 56 scholarships of up to $5,000 each.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.The CTA Scholarship in Honor of Del A. Weber offers one scholarship of up to $5,000 to a dependent child of an active member of CTA, CTA/NEA-Retired or deceased CTA member who is attending a continuation...

The descriptions below provide a summary of the eligibility qualifications established by the generous donors who have provided the award opportunities. Scholarships range in award amount and include both one-time awards and renewable awards. Award amounts are subject to change from year to year.ScholarshipsSanta Cruz County Scholarship EndowmentThanks to community donors, one or more awards (amounts vary) are available for graduating seniors from any high school in Santa Cruz County or students enrolled at Cabrillo College who have a minimum 3.0 GPA or experience working in desired trade/career path and who demonstrate financial need. Recipients may attend any accredited community,...

All P.E.O. California State Chapter scholarships have specific eligibility requirements and restrictions.California Scholarships for California Women Residents onlyCalifornia State P.E.O. Scholarship Application forms are available online beginning September 1, 2024, through January 15, 2025 for the 2025-2026 academic year. Completed packets, including all required attachments, must be submitted no later than January 15, 2025.Thank you for your interest in the P.E.O. California State Chapter Scholarships. Applicants must have permanent California residency status and must be a female who is, or will be at the time of scholarship funding next Fall, a high school graduate (or equivalent) who will be enrolled...

The Pete Wilson Journalism Scholarship was established in 2007 to honor the late Pete Wilson, a San Francisco television and radio journalist. The scholarship is granted to a graduate journalism student from the San Francisco Bay area or attending a college or university in the Bay Area who shares Wilson's commitment to ethical, responsible journalism. The Pete Wilson Scholarship is open to both undergraduates and graduate applicants.The recipient of the Pete Wilson Journalism Scholarship will receive $2,000 and an invitation to the RTDNA conference.Who Can ApplyMust be from or studying in the San Francisco Bay areaWinners must plan on continuing...

The Norma Brubaker Scholarship was established by the Apple Hill Grower's Association in honor of Norma Brubaker, the first Secretary of the Association. The scholarship is funded by the Apple Hill Growers, with matching funds provided by the Brubaker family.The purpose of the scholarship is to support students who have engaged in agriculture-related activities during their high school career and/or intend to pursue a career in agriculture or related fields after high school.Scholarship RequirementsHigh School Requirement:Golden Sierra High School (7th -12th), Charter, El Dorado High School, Independence Continuation, Mountain View High, Oak Ridge High School, Ponderosa High School, Union Mine...

The purpose of this award is to honor students at all grade levels (pre-K to adult education) who have succeeded against all odds, beyond expectations or simply won the hearts of the administrators and other educators who helped them achieve their goals. One student from each region will be honored.Eligibility. Nominees should be students who have made a special effort to succeed and have overcome obstacles such as:Returning to schoolLeaving a gangImproving their attendanceChanging their attitudeOvercoming physical and mental barriersThey should also be active in:After school programsCommunity serviceStudent conflict resolutionCross-age tutoringPeer mediationPeer tutoringNominees can come from programs such as:Alternative EducationAt-riskBilingualContinuation...

Awards from the Jessica Lynn Herman Memorial Scholarship will be made to provide scholarships to graduating seniors from the Huntington Beach High School District.EligibilityPlan to enroll as a full-time student (minimum of 12 units) in an accredited college, or universityStudent must have a passion for both the humanities and the sciences as demonstrated through either extracurricular activities or academic motivation.A student who is a mentor or a tutorMinimum GPA of at least 3.0A student who has demonstrated selflessness through either extracurricular activities or through daily interactions with individuals in the communityA student who is self-motivatedSupplemental QuestionsPlease describe how you have...

Your education doesn’t end once you walk across that high school graduation stage.That’s why California State PTA has two scholarships to help you achieve your continuing education dreams and life goals.OPPORTUNITIES EACH YEARThe 2025 Graduating High School Senior Scholarship application period is now OPEN as of 09/15/2024 at midnight.Two scholarships are available for your application:Volunteer Service Scholarship — This scholarship recognizes graduating seniors for their volunteer service in schools and communities, allowing them to register for courses at accredited colleges, universities, and trade, or technical schools. Applicants must be PTA members graduating from a California high school between January 1...

Region 3 is excited to announce the continuation of a Student Scholarship Program for high school seniors (or dependent continuing college students).   For the 2023-24 school year, Region 3 will award a number of scholarships (minimum of $500 each) to outstanding college-bound high school seniors (or outstanding continuing college students). The recipient must be a family member of an active ACSA Region 3 member. The awards will be presented at the annual Administrators of the Year Awards Dinner in May, and winners will be notified prior to the event. Preferences will be given to new applicants.For questions about the...