California Scholarships for High School and College Students

Madera County Farm Bureau Scholarship Program — Overview The Madera County Farm Bureau Scholarship Program exists to support and develop future leaders in agriculture. We are committed to helping students who show a strong interest in agriculture and service to their community pursue postsecondary education. If you are dedicated to contributing to the agricultural community, we encourage you to submit an application. Who is Eligible - Must live in Madera County. - Must be a high school senior graduating in 2026. - Students may attend high school outside Madera County only if their legal residence is in Madera County. Fields...

Intro The Folsom Concert Association offers Performing Arts Scholarships to high school seniors who plan to attend college or a junior college and pursue careers in the performing arts. Eligible pathways include vocal or instrumental music, theatre or film acting, technical and production roles in theatre/film/music, theatre business, dance, or preparing to teach in any of these disciplines. 2026 Scholarship Program — Applications Open Applications for the 2026 Performing Arts Scholarships are now being accepted. Review the qualifications and application instructions below before applying. Complete the 2026 application by the deadline: Friday, March 6, 2026. Awards will be announced in...

Introduction The Berkeley Bay Area Alumnae Chapter (BBAAC) of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is a private community-service organization composed of college-educated African American women. BBAAC is offering scholarships to college-bound high school seniors of African/African American descent who attend high schools in Alameda County, California. Preference is given to students planning to enroll in four-year colleges or universities; however, applicants who intend to begin at a community college and later transfer to a four-year institution will also be considered. Awards are intended to supplement other sources of financial aid and will vary depending on available funding. Award Amount Scholarship...

ACSA Region 7 provides several scholarship opportunities for members and students. The Region 7 Scholarship Committee is composed of the Region 7 President‑Elect and the President‑Elect from each charter. Committee members must recuse themselves from voting if their child is an applicant. Alex Winchester / Sue Richards Scholarship - Purpose: Support and encourage the professional development of ACSA members. - Eligible applicants: Region 7 State ACSA members seeking professional development funding. - Award: $500 each, awarded for the following events (one award per event): Academy, Personnel Institute, State Leadership Summit, Every Child Counts Symposium, CEL Institute, and the Region Spring...

Overview The American AgCredit Scholarship is being administered by the Siskiyou County Farm Bureau for 2025. A single $1,000 award will be offered. Completed applications must be received no later than March 7, 2025. Send application materials to: Siskiyou County Farm Bureau, 809 Fourth Street, Yreka, CA 96097. Eligibility and Requirements - Applicants must live in Siskiyou County. - Candidates should be planning to enroll at an accredited college or university and intend to major in agriculture, agribusiness, business, accounting, finance, or another agriculturally-related discipline. - Minimum GPA to qualify: 3.0. - Students may receive only one American AgCredit Scholarship...

Introduction California’s long-term success relies on well-prepared students. PG&E provides scholarship funding to help students succeed in college and pursue innovation. While many awards focus on STEM, PG&E also supports students in other fields through various scholarship programs. 2025 award summary In 2025 PG&E distributed nearly 150 scholarships. These included STEM-targeted awards as well as scholarships sponsored by Employee Resource Groups and the Engineering Network Group. Individual awards ranged from $1,000 to $10,000. Program: PG&E Better Together STEM Scholarships Important dates - Opens: January 12, 2026 - Deadline: March 12, 2026 Who is eligible Applicants must meet one of the...

Overview The ACEC California Scholarship Foundation awards annual scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 to students studying engineering and land surveying at California colleges. For the 2026–2027 (26‑27) academic year, the Foundation will distribute up to $100,000 in scholarships. In addition, some applicants who attend school, live, or list a hometown in Riverside/San Bernardino, Orange County, Los Angeles, or San Diego may be eligible for additional chapter awards totaling as much as $50,000 from local ACEC California chapters. Applying to the ACEC California Scholarship also provides access to other opportunities through the ACEC Research Institute Scholarship Portal. Who is eligible...

Junior League of San Joaquin County — 2025–2026 Scholarships Overview The Junior League of San Joaquin County invites qualified applicants to apply for our annual scholarship program for the 2025–2026 academic year. These awards are intended for female students who plan to pursue postsecondary education and who have demonstrated significant commitment to volunteer service. Each scholarship is $1,000; up to five awards will be given this year (totaling up to $5,000). Who may apply - Female high school seniors graduating at the end of the 2025–2026 school year. - Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. - Applicants must be residents of...

Introduction The Linda L. Lester Scholarship Fund, administered by the Santa Clara County Farm Bureau in partnership with American AgCredit, is offering $32,000 in scholarships to 2025 recipients. Awards support local high school seniors and college students who intend to pursue majors in agriculture — including, but not limited to, agricultural business, forestry, viticulture, animal science, crop science, environmental science, agricultural engineering, agricultural education, agricultural communications, and food science. Applicants must hold a cumulative GPA of at least 3.00. Award Structure and Continued Eligibility Scholarship winners receive annual disbursements based on the number of years they have remaining in college,...

Introductory summary The Sarah A. Bonnifield Vietnam Veterans Scholarship Fund was created by Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter 500 after Sarah Bonnifield directed the bulk of her estate to benefit various veterans’ and other nonprofit organizations. The fund honors Ms. Bonnifield in perpetuity by awarding an annual scholarship to a Vietnam Veteran or to a qualifying dependent/relative of a Vietnam Veteran. Eligibility To be considered for the scholarship, applicants must: - Be a Vietnam Veteran or a dependent/relative of a Vietnam Veteran. “Relative” may include spouse, son, daughter, grandson, granddaughter, nephew, or niece. - Be enrolled in a degree program...

Scholarship Overview The Max and Nadine Dimick Scholarship offers monetary support to a student planning to enroll at a community college within the Sacramento region. Candidates must maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 and demonstrate financial need. Eligibility - Must be enrolled (or intending to enroll in the fall/upcoming academic year) at a community college located in the Sacramento region: Sacramento, Placer, El Dorado, or Yolo counties. - Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. - Must show financial need. Award - Grant amount: $500 to $1,000 Donor - Max & Nadine Dimick Application Deadline - 03/13/2026 Required Supplemental...

Nadine Dimick Nursing Scholarship — Overview This scholarship was created to help nursing students with tuition and related expenses while they pursue nursing studies at a two‑year college or four‑year university located in the Sacramento area. Who may apply - Must be enrolled in a nursing program at a community college or university within the Sacramento region (counties served: Sacramento, Placer, El Dorado, or Yolo). - Maintain a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0. - Demonstrate financial need. Application requirements (supplemental materials) 1. Personal essay: A statement outlining your dedication to the nursing profession and your record or...