Club Estrella Scholarship Application & Criteria

Club Estrella

Club Estrella is a non-profit social club founded in 1948 and based in Santa Clara County. The membership has consisted of over 150 men and women who proudly acknowledge their Hispanic heritage, while enjoying enriching friendships with one another.

Club Estrella has sponsored cultural events, fundraisers for those in need, and promotes education within the Hispanic community. The Club Estrella motto is “Fe, Amistad, Y Progreso” (Faith, Friendship, and Progress).

Education For All Children

Education For All Children is the fiscal arm for the Club Estrella Scholarship Program. The organization is a non-profit with a 501(c)3 status. The one and only objective is to raise funds and support for the Club Estrella Scholarship Program. All funds raised are specifically allocated directly to Club Estrella Scholarship award recipients.

The Scholarship

Who Can Apply

  • Hispanic students graduating from a high school or community college in Santa Clara County.
  • Applicants must plan to enroll in the upcoming Fall Term at a College or Community College.
  • Applicants must have a minimum of a 2.5 GPA.
  • Applicants must complete and submit the application package, postmarked by the dead line specified.


Application Package

  • Download Application & Criteria by clicking HERE.
  • Autobiographical Statement.
  • Two letters of recommendation from teachers, counselors, or administrators.
  • Copy of high school transcript


Application Package must be postmarked by the deadline specified.


Mail complete application to

Club Estrella Scholarship | P.O. Box 1854 |Mountain View, CA 94042


Autobiographical Statement

The autobiographical statement will be an important part of the selection criteria. It is suggested that the statement be a minimum of one page typed and double spaced. The following should be included:


Family background

  • Motivation to continue higher education
  • Participation in school and community activities
  • Goals following college graduation


Selection Criteria

  • Applicants will be considered based on the following criteria:
  • Autobiographical statement
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Financial need