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AVAILABLE SCHOLARSHIPS
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CalKIDS Scholarship
CalKIDS Scholarship
Check to see if you qualify
Check to see if you qualify
AWARD: $500-$1,500
AWARD: $500-$1,500
CalKIDS provides eligible California public-school students with $500–$1,500 to help pay for qualified college or career-training expenses. Eligibility is generally based on California residency/public-school enrollment and factors such as low-income status, English Learner status, foster youth, or homelessness, and students can check their eligibility using their 10-digit SSID.
CalKIDS provides eligible California public-school students with $500–$1,500 to help pay for qualified college or career-training expenses. Eligibility is generally based on California residency/public-school enrollment and factors such as low-income status, English Learner status, foster youth, or homelessness, and students can check their eligibility using their 10-digit SSID.
A) Have your 10-digit California Statewide Student Identifier (SSID) ready. You can find it on your transcript
A) Have your 10-digit California Statewide Student Identifier (SSID) ready. You can find it on your transcript
B) Check to see if you have a CalKIDS account.
B) Check to see if you have a CalKIDS account.
C) It costs nothing to check — so take a few minutes and see if you have money waiting for you!
C) It costs nothing to check — so take a few minutes and see if you have money waiting for you!
The Gates Scholarship
The Gates Scholarship
DEADLINE: 9/15/26
DEADLINE: 9/15/26
AWARD: $12,500
AWARD: $12,500
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
A) be a high school senior, Pell-eligible
A) be a high school senior, Pell-eligible
B) must plan to enroll full-time, in a four-year degree program, at a US accredited, not-for-profit, private or public college or university
B) must plan to enroll full-time, in a four-year degree program, at a US accredited, not-for-profit, private or public college or university
C) In good academic standing with a minimum cumulative weighted GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent)
C) In good academic standing with a minimum cumulative weighted GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent)
Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship
Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship
DEADLINE: 9/30/26
DEADLINE: 9/30/26
AWARD: $20,000
AWARD: $20,000
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
A) be a high school senior
A) be a high school senior
B) Demonstrated leadership and service in school and/or community
B) Demonstrated leadership and service in school and/or community
C) Strong commitment to creating positive change in society
C) Strong commitment to creating positive change in society
DEED Scholarships
DEED Scholarships
DEADLINE: 10/15/26
DEADLINE: 10/15/26
AWARD: $4,000
AWARD: $4,000
DEED offers three types of funding for students to pursue energy-related careers: lineworker and technical education scholarships, student internships, and student research grants.
DEED offers three types of funding for students to pursue energy-related careers: lineworker and technical education scholarships, student internships, and student research grants.
A) Student applicants must be attending or planning to attend an accredited vocational institution, lineworker school, or two to four-year college/university within the U.S. and must not be graduating within 12 months of the application deadline.
A) Student applicants must be attending or planning to attend an accredited vocational institution, lineworker school, or two to four-year college/university within the U.S. and must not be graduating within 12 months of the application deadline.
Coca-Cola Scholars Program
Coca-Cola Scholars Program
DEADLINE: 10/30/26
DEADLINE: 10/30/26
Award: $20,000 (150 awards available)
Award: $20,000 (150 awards available)
Seeking exceptional students from the Class of 2027 who are ready to make their mark in higher education or launch community-focused initiatives. Our award categories include Community Service, Engineering, Entrepreneurship, and Green Sustainability,
Seeking exceptional students from the Class of 2027 who are ready to make their mark in higher education or launch community-focused initiatives. Our award categories include Community Service, Engineering, Entrepreneurship, and Green Sustainability,
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
A) Be currently enrolled in high school, graduating in the spring of 2027
A) Be currently enrolled in high school, graduating in the spring of 2027
B) Demonstrate leadership and service in school and/or community
B) Demonstrate leadership and service in school and/or community
C) Strong commitment to creating positive change in society
C) Strong commitment to creating positive change in society
Hispanic Heritage Foundation Youth Awards
Hispanic Heritage Foundation Youth Awards
DEADLINE: 11/1/26
DEADLINE: 11/1/26
Educational Grants: Up to $4,000
Educational Grants: Up to $4,000
Seeking exceptional students from the Class of 2027 who are ready to make their mark in higher education or launch community-focused initiatives. Our award categories include Community Service, Engineering, Entrepreneurship, and Green Sustainability,
Seeking exceptional students from the Class of 2027 who are ready to make their mark in higher education or launch community-focused initiatives. Our award categories include Community Service, Engineering, Entrepreneurship, and Green Sustainability,
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
A) Be currently enrolled in high school, graduating in the spring of 2027
A) Be currently enrolled in high school, graduating in the spring of 2027
B) Hold a minimum unweighted GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
B) Hold a minimum unweighted GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
C) Enroll at an accredited higher education institution in 2027 - 2028
C) Enroll at an accredited higher education institution in 2027 - 2028
United States Senate Youth Program
United States Senate Youth Program
DEADLINE: 11/2/26
DEADLINE: 11/2/26
AWARD: $12,500
AWARD: $12,500
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
A) Student Body president, vice president, secretary or treasurer, Class president, vice president, secretary or treasurer, Student Council representative, a National Honor Society officer (including discipline-based Honor Societies such as the National English and Social Studies Honor Societies that include service components)
A) Student Body president, vice president, secretary or treasurer, Class president, vice president, secretary or treasurer, Student Council representative, a National Honor Society officer (including discipline-based Honor Societies such as the National English and Social Studies Honor Societies that include service components)
B) California high schools may nominate up to TWO students. If you believe you meet the eligibility requirements and would like to be considered for this opportunity, please submit your resume to your school counselor by 10/2/2026 (3pm)
B) California high schools may nominate up to TWO students. If you believe you meet the eligibility requirements and would like to be considered for this opportunity, please submit your resume to your school counselor by 10/2/2026 (3pm)
C) This is a great opportunity to showcase your leadership, represent California, and participate in an unforgettable experience in Washington, D.C.!
C) This is a great opportunity to showcase your leadership, represent California, and participate in an unforgettable experience in Washington, D.C.!
Chick-fil-A Community Scholars
Chick-fil-A Community Scholars
DEADLINE: 11/3/26
DEADLINE: 11/3/26
AWARD: $25,000 (13 awards available)
AWARD: $25,000 (13 awards available)
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
A) Be 18 years of age by July 15, 2027 and be willing to participate in the Chick-fil-A Scholars Program (a one-year engagement that includes mentoring and leadership development alongside our $25k Remarkable Futures Scholars), if selected.
A) Be 18 years of age by July 15, 2027 and be willing to participate in the Chick-fil-A Scholars Program (a one-year engagement that includes mentoring and leadership development alongside our $25k Remarkable Futures Scholars), if selected.
B) Be a high school senior with a GPS of 3.0 or higher and planning to enroll in full-time undergraduate or graduate study for the 2027-2028 academic year at an accredited two-year or four-year college or university, or vocational-technical school or CEGEP institution
B) Be a high school senior with a GPS of 3.0 or higher and planning to enroll in full-time undergraduate or graduate study for the 2027-2028 academic year at an accredited two-year or four-year college or university, or vocational-technical school or CEGEP institution
C) Be involved in community service, extracurricular activities and/or a leadership role in the twelve (12) months prior to application deadline (for example, volunteering for non-profits, helping others less fortunate, tutoring/mentoring, etc.)
C) Be involved in community service, extracurricular activities and/or a leadership role in the twelve (12) months prior to application deadline (for example, volunteering for non-profits, helping others less fortunate, tutoring/mentoring, etc.)
Regeneron Science Talent Search
Regeneron Science Talent Search
DEADLINE: 11/5/26
DEADLINE: 11/5/26
AWARD: $250,000 (300 awards available)
AWARD: $250,000 (300 awards available)
Unique among high school competitions, the Regeneron STS focuses on identifying, inspiring, and engaging the nation’s most promising future leaders in STEM. Each year, around 2,600 students enter Regeneron STS, submitting original research in critically important scientific fields of study and full application for holistic review
Unique among high school competitions, the Regeneron STS focuses on identifying, inspiring, and engaging the nation’s most promising future leaders in STEM. Each year, around 2,600 students enter Regeneron STS, submitting original research in critically important scientific fields of study and full application for holistic review
A) High School Seniors who are inspiring future leaders on the field of science.
A) High School Seniors who are inspiring future leaders on the field of science.
Cooke College Scholarship
Cooke College Scholarship
DEADLINE: 11/11/26
DEADLINE: 11/11/26
AWARD: $55,000
AWARD: $55,000
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
A) be a high school senior who is intending to enroll full time in an accredited four year college
A) be a high school senior who is intending to enroll full time in an accredited four year college
B) Minimum cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.75
B) Minimum cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.75
C) Families with annual gross income up to $95,000 are considered
C) Families with annual gross income up to $95,000 are considered
Conerto High School Musicians Scholarship
Conerto High School Musicians Scholarship
DEADLINE: 11/15/26
DEADLINE: 11/15/26
AWARD: $2.500 (3 awarded)
AWARD: $2.500 (3 awarded)
“The President’s Own” United States Marine Band, in conjunction with the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation, is pleased to announce its Concerto Competition for High School Musicians is now open. All application materials are due by the November due date at 11:59 p.m. EST. Late submissions will not be accepted. The winner will appear as a guest soloist with the Marine Band during the 2027 Spring concert season and receive a $2,500 scholarship from the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation. Second and third-place winners will receive $1,000 and $500 scholarships, respectively.
“The President’s Own” United States Marine Band, in conjunction with the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation, is pleased to announce its Concerto Competition for High School Musicians is now open. All application materials are due by the November due date at 11:59 p.m. EST. Late submissions will not be accepted. The winner will appear as a guest soloist with the Marine Band during the 2027 Spring concert season and receive a $2,500 scholarship from the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation. Second and third-place winners will receive $1,000 and $500 scholarships, respectively.
A) This competition is open to high school musicians (grades 9-12) enrolled during the 2026-2027 academic year. Woodwind, brass and percussion are eligible to apply. (String, piano and harp players will be eligible in the 2028 competition.)
A) This competition is open to high school musicians (grades 9-12) enrolled during the 2026-2027 academic year. Woodwind, brass and percussion are eligible to apply. (String, piano and harp players will be eligible in the 2028 competition.)
National Space Club and Foundation Keynote Scholars Program
National Space Club and Foundation Keynote Scholars Program
DEADLINE: 11/17/26
DEADLINE: 11/17/26
AWARD: $20,000
AWARD: $20,000
To be eligible for the scholarship:
To be eligible for the scholarship:
A) Must be a senior pursuing a career in a STEM field
A) Must be a senior pursuing a career in a STEM field
B) Must plan to attend an accredited U.S. college or university
B) Must plan to attend an accredited U.S. college or university
C) Applicants must not have previously spoken at the Goddard Memorial Dinner
C) Applicants must not have previously spoken at the Goddard Memorial Dinner
The Legacy Lab Scholarship
The Legacy Lab Scholarship
DEADLINE: 11/20/26
DEADLINE: 11/20/26
AWARD: $15,000
AWARD: $15,000
To be eligible for the scholarship:
To be eligible for the scholarship:
A) Must be Black or African American
A) Must be Black or African American
B) Must be an undergraduate or graduate student enrolled in a U.S. college, university, or accredited technical school
B) Must be an undergraduate or graduate student enrolled in a U.S. college, university, or accredited technical school
C) Demonstrated commitment to creating lasting social impact and progress in their chosen field
C) Demonstrated commitment to creating lasting social impact and progress in their chosen field
Allen Tittle's Medical Malpractice Scholarship
Allen Tittle's Medical Malpractice Scholarship
DEADLINE: 11/27/26
DEADLINE: 11/27/26
AWARD: $1,000
AWARD: $1,000
To be eligible for the scholarship:
To be eligible for the scholarship:
A) The scholarship is open to any current high school senior, college student, or graduate student who is a legal resident of the United States residing in one of the 50 states or the District of Columbia and who is enrolled in a two to five-year post-secondary institution for the Fall 2027 semester.
A) The scholarship is open to any current high school senior, college student, or graduate student who is a legal resident of the United States residing in one of the 50 states or the District of Columbia and who is enrolled in a two to five-year post-secondary institution for the Fall 2027 semester.
B) The candidate must submit a 500- to 600-word essay response to the prompt: Why do you think it’s important to be a patient advocate in today’s healthcare industry? If applicable, describe a time when you or someone you know received poor medical care and what that experience taught you.
B) The candidate must submit a 500- to 600-word essay response to the prompt: Why do you think it’s important to be a patient advocate in today’s healthcare industry? If applicable, describe a time when you or someone you know received poor medical care and what that experience taught you.
C) The candidate must submit a professional resumé that lists their experience, both professional and academic. The candidate must submit a transcript from their current school. First-year college students, graduate students, or individuals who have recently transferred schools may submit an unofficial transcript from their current school, as well as the most recent official transcript from their prior school. High school students must also submit proof of acceptance to their college or university.
C) The candidate must submit a professional resumé that lists their experience, both professional and academic. The candidate must submit a transcript from their current school. First-year college students, graduate students, or individuals who have recently transferred schools may submit an unofficial transcript from their current school, as well as the most recent official transcript from their prior school. High school students must also submit proof of acceptance to their college or university.
The Science Ambassador Scholarship
The Science Ambassador Scholarship
DEADLINE: 12/15/26
DEADLINE: 12/15/26
AWARD: $20,000 (5 Awards available)
AWARD: $20,000 (5 Awards available)
To be eligible for the scholarship:
To be eligible for the scholarship:
A) Must be a high school senior or an undergraduate college student
A) Must be a high school senior or an undergraduate college student
B) Exclusively for women and non-binary students
B) Exclusively for women and non-binary students
C) Must be pursuing a degree in science, technology, engineering, or math
C) Must be pursuing a degree in science, technology, engineering, or math
Burger King Scholars Program
Burger King Scholars Program
DEADLINE: 12/15/26
DEADLINE: 12/15/26
AWARD: $1,000 - $60,000(4200 Awards available)
AWARD: $1,000 - $60,000(4200 Awards available)
To be eligible for the scholarship:
To be eligible for the scholarship:
A) Must be a high school senior with a GPA of 2.0 or higher
A) Must be a high school senior with a GPA of 2.0 or higher
B) Plan to enroll full-time, without interruption, for the entire 2026-27 academic year at an accredited two- or four-year college, university or vocational-technical school or CEGEP or equivalent in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Guam or Canada
B) Plan to enroll full-time, without interruption, for the entire 2026-27 academic year at an accredited two- or four-year college, university or vocational-technical school or CEGEP or equivalent in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Guam or Canada
C) Must be pursuing a degree in science, technology, engineering, or math
C) Must be pursuing a degree in science, technology, engineering, or math
Burger King Scholarship
Burger King Scholarship
DEADLINE: 12/11/26
DEADLINE: 12/11/26
AWARD: $1000 to $60,000
AWARD: $1000 to $60,000
To be eligible for the scholarship:
To be eligible for the scholarship:
A) High school senior planning to enroll full-time at an accredited college, university, or vocational/technical school
A) High school senior planning to enroll full-time at an accredited college, university, or vocational/technical school
B) Burger King employee or immediate family member pursuing postsecondary education (full- or part-time) or enrichment programs (part-time or intermittent)
B) Burger King employee or immediate family member pursuing postsecondary education (full- or part-time) or enrichment programs (part-time or intermittent)
Coolidge Scholarship
Coolidge Scholarship
DEADLINE: 12/16/26
DEADLINE: 12/16/26
AWARD: Full Tuition (5 Awards Available)
AWARD: Full Tuition (5 Awards Available)
To be eligible for the scholarship:
To be eligible for the scholarship:
A) Must be a current high school junior who plans to enroll full time at an accredited US college or University after HS
A) Must be a current high school junior who plans to enroll full time at an accredited US college or University after HS
B) Must demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, and a commitment to public service
B) Must demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, and a commitment to public service
C) Must embody values associated with President Calvin Coolidge, including integrity, ambition, and respect
C) Must embody values associated with President Calvin Coolidge, including integrity, ambition, and respect
Kelly Law Autism Scholarship
Kelly Law Autism Scholarship
DEADLINE: 12/18/26
DEADLINE: 12/18/26
AWARD: $1,000
AWARD: $1,000
The Kelly Law Team is delighted to announce that it will be sponsoring a contest for the award of an educational scholarship. This aspect of the firm’s involvement with the community has been ongoing since 2015, and for the sixth time the scholarship will be awarded to a person diagnosed with autism (also known as autism spectrum disorder, or ASD).
The Kelly Law Team is delighted to announce that it will be sponsoring a contest for the award of an educational scholarship. This aspect of the firm’s involvement with the community has been ongoing since 2015, and for the sixth time the scholarship will be awarded to a person diagnosed with autism (also known as autism spectrum disorder, or ASD).
A) Student must have a diagnosis of Autism
A) Student must have a diagnosis of Autism
B) who would like to further their education beyond the secondary school (high school) level.
B) who would like to further their education beyond the secondary school (high school) level.
American Public Service Scholarship
American Public Service Scholarship
DEADLINE: 1/31/27
DEADLINE: 1/31/27
AWARD: $1,000
AWARD: $1,000
This $1,000 scholarship award will be granted to two students who best exemplify what it means to be a public servant and answer the essay prompt to demonstrate their commitment to helping others. Be sure to outline your career aspirations, motivations, and how you will contribute as a public servant.
This $1,000 scholarship award will be granted to two students who best exemplify what it means to be a public servant and answer the essay prompt to demonstrate their commitment to helping others. Be sure to outline your career aspirations, motivations, and how you will contribute as a public servant.
A) Student must a senior with a GPA of 3.0 or higher and be in good overall standing
A) Student must a senior with a GPA of 3.0 or higher and be in good overall standing
B) The applicant must be enrolled in a vocational program or two to four-year post-secondary institution for the 2027 Fall semester.
B) The applicant must be enrolled in a vocational program or two to four-year post-secondary institution for the 2027 Fall semester.
California Aeronautical University Emergency Responder Scholarship
California Aeronautical University Emergency Responder Scholarship
DEADLINE: N/A
DEADLINE: N/A
AWARD: $2,000 (tuition reduction)
AWARD: $2,000 (tuition reduction)
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
A) Submit a completed tuition reduction application below on this page and tuition reduction agreement. Submit an official high school transcript with a statement of intention to graduate.
A) Submit a completed tuition reduction application below on this page and tuition reduction agreement. Submit an official high school transcript with a statement of intention to graduate.
B) Submit a recommendation letter completed by the applicant’s High School
B) Submit a recommendation letter completed by the applicant’s High School
C) Submit a typed essay approximately 1-2 pages in length, explaining your desire to pursue the chosen area of study and describe any long-term goals.
C) Submit a typed essay approximately 1-2 pages in length, explaining your desire to pursue the chosen area of study and describe any long-term goals.
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