Students are encouraged to review each of the websites below, and create a profile and/or account for more opportunities.
bold.org/scholarships/by-year/high-school/seniors/
immigrantsrising.org/resource/list-of-scholarships-and-fellowships/
Orange County Community Foundation Scholarships
Scholarship workshops on campus
Students can sign up to have a dedicated space to work on an application, with support from the scholarship counselor.
This scholarship is through Going Merry. In order to apply, you must start a Going Merry account through the link below.
For full requirements, and to apply, please visit: Scholarships 360
Deadline: June 30, 2026
BigSun Scholarship
The BigSun Organization is proud to be able to continue to help young athletes succeed in their academic pursuits.
We are offering an annual scholarship to a deserving student.
All student athletes who are seniors are eligible for this award, regardless of which sport they are participating in or what their capacity in that sport is.
Deadline: June 19, 2026
To Apply: www.bigsunathletics.com/
Eligibility:
Must be a Senior who will attend Fullerton College in the Fall of 2026, and will major in American History
Must have a 3.0 Total GPA
INFORMATION SHEET -- Read this thoroughly!
Scholarship Application - It is the STUDENT'S responsibility to mail this in to the address on the application - be sure to allow plenty of time.
DEADLINE: April 15, 2026
For current seniors who plan to attend Golden West College in the fall of 2026
Academic achievement, community involvement, and leadership are all part of the selection criteria.
To apply: dynamicforms.ngwebsolutions.com/Submit/Start/842e5cc4-4240-4273-b3dd-38a9373e90f8?SSO=N
Deadline: April 17, 2026
Questions? Contact scholarships@gwc.cccd.edu
Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants are pleased to be able to continue with our scholarship program for the 20th year.
We will be awarding $1,000 to the winner(s) each year.
Scholarship Deadline - June 10, 2026.
Application Process:
Students will submit an essay on the topic that appears on the scholarship page of our web site: https://abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.php
AES Scholarships 2026
AES Engineers is once again offering an annual scholarship for 2026. This is the 21st consecutive year that we are making this offer.
Application Process
Students will submit an essay on the topic that appears on the scholarship page of our web site https://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.php
Full details, including submission requirements, are available on the above site.
The winner(s) will be announced within 2 weeks of the deadline.
Each winner will be personally notified by email. ****Use a personal email address to apply
Deadline: October 8, 2026
Open to an academically outstanding senior who has endured personal hardship or adversity.
Must have a 3.5 total GPA
Must attend high school in Orange County, CA, and be a US citizen or permanent US resident.
For more information and to apply: PLV Scholarship application (use a personal email address to submit your application)
Deadline: April 27, 2026 no later than 11:59 p.m.
Eligibility criteria:
The applicant has a need for financial aid to continue higher education (proof is needed, see below).
The applicant must be graduating from a high school in Orange County, Los Angeles County, and other nearby cities in summer of 2026.
The applicant must possess a current year admission to a community college, college or university in the United States by May 2026.
The applicant is of Chinese descent.
The applicant must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 (non-weighted).
For more information and to apply: www.occaccf.org/
Deadline: Tuesday March 31, 2026 extended to APRIL 15, 2026
Eligibility: Must be a senior who attended elementary school in the Magnolia School District.
More information: MEEF Scholarship
Application link: MEEF Application
DEADLINE: April 10, 2026
The Anaheim Secondary Teachers Association (ASTA) has announced their annual future educator scholarship!
Eligibility: Must be a senior in AUHSD who plans to enter the field of education.
For more information and to access the application, click HERE
Deadline: April 17, 2026
Eligibility:
Must be a senior who plans to pursue post-secondary education in the fall of 2026
Must be a resident of Anaheim and an Anaheim Public Utilities electric or water customer
This is a scholarship opportunity with an optional paid internship.
For more information, go HERE and to apply: www.anaheim.net/5377/Scholarship-Opportunity-Optional-Paid-In
Deadline: April 19, 2026
Kids' Chance of California is a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization whose mission is to provide need-based educational scholarships to the children of California workers who have been fatally or seriously injured on the job.
Apply here: www.kidschanceca.org/scholarships/
Deadline: May 18, 2026
Eligibility: Open to any Cypress High senior who plans to attend a community college, 4-year college/university, or a trade/vocational school.
*Please see application for additional details
Application: https://form.jotform.com/260817682703158
Deadline: April 14, 2026
Eligibility:
Must be a female high school senior who:
1. Attends Cypress High or Oxford Academy
2. Is eligible for graduation.
3. Has a GPA of 3.0 or above (weighted or unweighted).
4. Has demonstrated sustained outstanding effort during high school.
5. Enrolls in an accredited Community College, Vocational School, Technical School, 4-year College or University the following fall after graduation.
Application is attached -- please read all directions thoroughly: Soroptimist Scholarship Application 2026
Completed application plus all supporting documents are due back to the Counseling Office Scholarship Box by:
APRIL 23, 2026 no later than 12:45 p.m.
Late and/or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Students can qualify for multiple scholarships, and the best part is—they are all under one application:
Skilled Trades Scholarship
Construction Management Scholarship
We believe construction careers transform lives and are passionate about supporting individuals and programs to develop the next generation of California’s construction workforce.
For more information and to apply: my.reviewr.com/s2/site/AGC_CEFScholarships2026
Deadline: April 15, 2026
Provides support to students from underrecognized communities.
This program is open to high school seniors, graduates and current college undergraduates living in California or Texas who are pursuing degrees in architecture, engineering, interior design or related fields.
To Apply: drive.google.com/file/d/1SY4IrjF2tj2SKGaAywbVuNKrs76nW6xj/view?usp=sharing
Deadline: May 7, 2026