Scholarshps in SCV

International High School Essay Contest

Omicron Mu Chapter

12th District

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.

Deadline: October 15, 2021

Award: $1,000 - $5,000

Residency: not specified

Minimum GPA: not specified

Links: Omicron Mu Chapter Essay Flyer, Omicron Mu Chapter Essay Contest

• 700-750 word essay submitted via postal service or email in Microsoft Word.

• Open to all college-bound high school seniors who submit an essay application through a Chapter of the Fraternity.

• In addition, Omicron Mu Chapter will award a $500 scholarship to its determined winning essay.

Most Valuable Student (MVS) Contest

Santa Clarita Elks Lodge #2379, Elks National Foundation

Deadline: November 15, 2021

Award: $1,000 - $12,500 per year

Residency: US Citizen

Minimum GPA: not specified

Links: enf.elks.org/MVS for more information and to apply

MVS scholarships are for students pursuing a four-year degree on a full-time basis (minimum of 12 semester hours), at a U.S. college or university next school year. Applicants select from a list of the Lodges closest to their home address zip code. Please choose Santa Clarita #2379 as the sponsoring Lodge. Winners will be announced in late April 2021.

Some important applicant details include:

• Current high school seniors (or equivalent) who are citizens of the United States are eligible to apply.

• Applicants do not have to be related to a member of the Elks.

• Male and female students complete separately.

Chantelle Scholarship

NAACP Santa Clarita

Deadline: November 30, 2021

Award: $1,500

Residency: Santa Clarita Resident

Minimum GPA: 3.0

Links: www.naacpsc.org

Applicants to the Chantelle Scholarship must:

• Be or become a member of the NAACP.

• Be Black/African American and a resident of the Santa Clarita Valley.

• Be currently enrolled in or accepted to an accredited college, university, or vocational school.

• Be a graduating high school senior or undergraduate student.

• Possess a grade point average of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 system.

• Demonstrate intention in pursuing a career in Education

Students may apply to multiple scholarships but are not eligible to receive more than one NAACP scholarship annually.

Future Leaders Scholarship

NAACP Santa Clarita

Deadline: November 30, 2021

Award: $2,000

Residency: Santa Clarita Resident

Minimum GPA: 3.0

Links: www.naacpsc.org

Applicants to the Future Leaders Scholarship must:

• Be or become a member of the NAACP.

• Be Black/African American and a resident of the Santa Clarita Valley.

• Be currently enrolled in or accepted to an accredited college, university, or vocational school.

• Be a graduating high school senior or undergraduate student.

• Possess a grade point average of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 system.

• Fulfill the Essay requirement.

Essay requirement: Write an impactful essay describing a challenging time in your life in which you had to work with others to overcome an obstacle (or obstacles).

Maximum 1,000 words.

Please send essays to NAACPSCEducation@gmail.com

Students may apply to multiple scholarships but are not eligible to receive more than one NAACP scholarship annually.

Edison Scholars Program

Edison International

Deadline: December 13, 2021

Award: $40,000

Residency: Southern California Edison Territory

Minimum GPA: 3.0

Links: Edison Scholars Program Flyer, https://www.edison.com/home/community/edison-scholars.html

• • Must be a high school senior with at least a cumulative 3.0 GPA

  • Show financial need

  • Plan to pursue studies in the STEM fields at a four-year accredited college or university

  • Applicants must live in Southern California Edison’s service territory.

  • The top 50 finalists will be required to submit a short video and potentially participate in a final interview.

  • Dependents of Edison International and SCE employees and retirees are not eligible.

SCVSF Scholarships

Santa Clarita Valley Scholarship Foundation

Deadline: January 21, 2022

Award: Varies

Residency: Santa Clarita Resident

Minimum GPA: 2.0

Application: Fillable application (download first), Print only application

Foundation website: scvsf.org

There are several scholarships awarded through this application and many that are guaranteed to be awarded to Valencia High School students. These scholarships are only available to 12th grade students who have attended at least 11th and 12th grades in the William S. Hart Union High School District.

Applicants should be well-rounded in academics, community service, athletics, or school involvement and plan to continue their education. You must be in full compliance with the William S. Hart High School District Student Rights and Responsibility Summary.

Applications should be turned in to Mrs. Switaj in the Counseling Office no later than 3:00 PM on January 21, 2022. You can print an application using the link above.

The VI Anthenstead Scholarship

Santa Clarita Emblem Club #459

Deadline: February 15, 2022

Award: $800

Residency: Santa Clarita Valley Resident

Minimum GPA: 2.5

Links: 2022 Emblem Club Scholarship Application

Awarded annually to worthy high school students or students enrolled in an institution of higher learning to assist them in obtaining advanced education in their chosen field of endeavor. Applicants must be a senior student planning on enrolling full time into a 2-year or 4-year college who has been involved in both school and outside activities. Applicants will be evaluated based on transcript, extra-curricular involvement, letters of recommendation, and personal statement. You do not need to be or know a member of the Emblem Club to apply.

Santa Clarita high school students can also be considered for additional scholarships offered by the SC Emblem Club. Click on the link above to access the application.

Young Women in Public Affairs Scholarship

Zonta Club of SCV

Deadline: February 25, 2022

Award: $1,000

Residency: Santa Clarita Valley Resident

Minimum GPA: Not specified

Links: SCVZonta.org, 2022 Zonta YWPA Scholarship Application, 2022 Zonta YWPA Flyer

Applicants must be women, aged 16-19 by the 1st of April each year, with an active commitment to volunteerism, experience in local or student government, or workplace leadership, and knowledge of Zonta International and its programs.

CSEA Chapter 349 Dependents Scholarship

California School Employees Association

Deadline: March 1, 2022

Award: $1,000

Residency: Not specified

Minimum GPA: 3.0

Links: 2022 CSEA 349 Dependent Scholarship Application, 2022 CSEA 349 Dependent Scholarship Application Checklist,

https://www.csea.com/education

CSEA awards $1,000 scholarships to the dependents (including spouses) of its members. There are scholarships for graduating high school seniors, as well as awards for those already enrolled in community college, college/university or trade/vocational schools. To apply, please download and complete the application. Email the completed application along with required supporting documentation to scholarships@csea.com. Use this checklist to assist you in filling out the application completely and successfully. Official, Signed Transcripts showing a 3.0 cumulative GPA are required. Applications submitted without official, signed transcripts will be disqualified.

Jacob Zamora Memorial Foundation Scholarship

Jacob Zamora Memorial Foundation

Deadline: March 14, 2022

Award: Not specified

Residency: Santa Clarita Valley Resident

Minimum GPA: 2.5 to 3.4

Links: JZMF.org (mail-in application)

Applicant must be a high school senior who is committed to furthering their education. “Not everyone is a stellar student, and like many, Jake found school challenging. Once he reached high school, Jake was fortunate to discover a few compassionate, amazing teachers, who sparked his innate desire for knowledge, and nurtured a determination to take advantage of what education had to offer.” Applications must be mailed to the Jacob Zamora Memorial Foundation and postmarked by the second Monday in March of each year.

Young Artists & Authors Showcase

Santa Clarita Sister Cities Program

Deadline: March 15, 2022

Award: $1,000

Residency: Not specified

Minimum GPA: n/a

Links: santaclaritasistercities.org, YAAS Application, 2022 YAAS Flyer

The city of Santa Clarita and the Santa Clarita Sister Cities Program invite students between 13 and 18 to submit their perspective on the theme "Generation Rescue: Water for All," highlighting the importance of climate change, its impact on water resources in local and global communities, and how youth are helping address this important global issue. Categories include art, essay/creative writing, poetry, music, and photography. The top five entries in each category are sent to compete with submissions from other Sister Cities organizations for a $1,000 grand prize for each category.

Public Works Engineering Scholarship

American Public Works Association

High Desert Branch Southern CA Chapter

Deadline: March 18, 2022

Award: $500 - $1,500

Residency: Antelope Valley, Victor Valley and Santa Clarita areas

Minimum GPA: Not specified

Links: APWA 2022 Information Flyer, APWA 2022 Scholarship Application, http://www.apwahdsoca.com/scholarships.htm

High Desert Branch scholarships will be given to graduating high school seniors within the service area of the branch and that indicate on their application forms and in interviews an interest in pursuing a career in a field directly related to Public Works.

Santa Clarita Artists' Scholarship

Santa Clarita Artist Association

Deadline: March 20, 2022

Award: $1,000 ~ $750 ~ $500

Residency: Wm S Hart Union High School District Seniors

Minimum GPA: Not specified

Links: email Margaret Raab: mjraabfineart@gmail.com

The Santa Clarita Artists Association (SCAA) provides scholarships to student artists in our community, available to all High School senior art students in the Santa Clarita Valley.

• Applicants must be graduating seniors with plans to continue their education in the visual arts field.

• Candidates must be available for an after-school interview on one of the following dates: March 28, 29 or 30.

• During a 20 minute interview, students should be prepared to include written or oral synopses of artwork if presented via electronic device. Additionally, if physical artwork is unavailable, it may be represented through photographs.

• Winners will be asked to have their artwork available for display at the Awards Ceremony.

To schedule an interview and to submit your application for the scholarship, please email:

Margaret Raab - mjraabfineart@gmail.com

Include the following information in your email:

• Name

• High School

• Contact information of the applicant

• Post high school plans if known

• Preferred date of interview (we will try to accommodate)

Public Works Engineering Scholarship

American Public Works Association

High Desert Branch Southern CA Chapter

Deadline: March 18, 2022 Deadline extended to March 27, 2022

Award: $500 - $1,500

Residency: Antelope Valley, Victor Valley and Santa Clarita areas

Minimum GPA: Not specified

Links: APWA 2022 Information Flyer, APWA 2022 Scholarship Application, http://www.apwahdsoca.com/scholarships.htm

High Desert Branch scholarships will be given to graduating high school seniors within the service area of the branch and that indicate on their application forms and in interviews an interest in pursuing a career in a field directly related to Public Works.

JVS Scholarship Fund

Jewish Vocational Service SoCal

Deadline: March 31, 2022

Award: up to $10,000

Residency: Los Angeles County

Minimum GPA: 2.7

Links: https://www.jvs-socal.org/scholarship-application/

The 2022-2023 New Undergraduate applications will open on January 1, 2022.

• Must be Jewish

• Minimum age of 16 years

• Permanent and legal resident of Los Angeles Count for a minimum of three years

• US.S. citizen or documented legal permanent U.S. resident (green card)

• Planning to attend an accredited public or private college, university or vocational school in the U.S.

• Planning to enroll full-time (minimum 12 units per term)

• Maintain a minimum 2.7 GPA for undergraduate students for every semester or quarter enrolled

• Demonstrated and verifiable financial need including FAFSA (student aid report) and student and parent tax documents

*Additional eligibility requirements will apply

The Backer Scholarship Program

SCV Education Foundation

Deadline: Postmarked by April 1, 2022 @5:00 pm

Award: TBA

Residency: Santa Clarita Valley Resident

Minimum GPA: minimum 2.5 GPA

Links: 2022 General Information, 2022 Scholarship Questionnaire, 2022 Applicant Data Sheet, https://www.scveducationfoundation.org/student-scholarships

Applicants must be a legal resident of the United States, attending college next school year as a full-time student pursuing an undergraduate degree in a field related to education. Members of the Education Foundation Board and their immediate families are not eligible. Final candidates must be available for an interview in late March. Scholarships will be awarded to students whose personal goals, college major and declared career path indicate future success in a field related to education.

2022 California Armenian Legislative Caucus

Armenian Genocide Scholarship Contest

Deadline: April 4, 2022

Awards: $500 - $1,000 (3 awards granted per category)

Residency: Not Specified

Minimum GPA: n/a

Links: https://bit.ly/3LojRVu

The California Armenian Legislative Caucus is holding two scholarship contests: an essay contest and a visual arts contest. California high school students in grades 9 - 12 are invited to participate in the essay and/or visual art contest to increase greater awareness of the Armenian Genocide. Please click on the above link to see criteria for each contest. Students may enter both contests, but submissions must be entered separately.

9th Annual Santa Clarita Valley Bar Association

High School Essay/Speech Competition

Deadline: April 14, 2022

Awards: $1,000 (1st Place) ~ $750 (2nd Place) ~ $500 (3rd Place)

Residency: SCV - Wm S Hart Union High School District Juniors & Seniors

Minimum GPA: n/a

Links: info@scvbar.org, Information Flyer

The Santa Clarita Valley Bar Association invites Juniors & Seniors of the Wm S Hart Union High School District to enter their High School Essay/Speech Competition. Interested students should prepare a draft essay Answering the prompt: In a time of great national division between those who demand greater election integrity measures/safeguards and those who demand more accessibility to voting, upon which of these positions should greater emphasis be placed, if any?

An oral speech presentation will follow, and selected students will be contacted directly. Scholarship awards will be granted to the top three candidates.

All interested Juniors & Seniors should contact Sarah Hunt, Executive Assistant at the SCV Bar Association to register: info@scvbar.org or telephone #661-505-8670.

SCV Association of California School Administrators (SCV ACSA)

2022 SCV ACSA Scholarship

Deadline: April 30, 2022

Awards: Two (2) Awards of $500 each

Residency: Santa Clarita Valley Resident

Minimum GPA: 2.5

Links: http://bit.ly/scvacsa2022, SCV ACSA Scholarship Flyer 2022

Applicants must be graduating high school seniors who have attended Santa Clarita Valley schools for at least seven years, including at least one year at a public elementary school in the Santa Clarita Valley. Applicants must have already applied for admittance into a trade school, community college, and/or four year college/university. Two $500 scholarships will be awarded to qualifying Valencia High School seniors.

Wm. S. Hart Baseball & Softball

Wm. S. Hart Baseball & Softball Scholarship

Deadline: May 1, 2022

Award: Not Specified

Residency: Not Specified

Minimum GPA: 3.0 GPA

Links: 2022 Application & Info Sheet

Open to seniors who have participated in the Wm. S. Hart Pony or USA Softball program for at least 3 years (2 of the years in the 10 and under age level, and 1 year in the 12 and under age level on a Hart league drafted team). Applicants will be considered based on the following criteria:

• League Involvement

• Academic Achievements

• Life Goals & Interests

• Athletic Achievements

• Leadership Skills

• Character

• Community Involvement

Candidates will be expected to participate in an oral interview to take place at the Hart Complex. School transcripts (unofficial) must be included with your application.

Fil-Am Association of SCV, Inc.

Jose Rizal Scholastic Achievement Award (JRSAA)

Deadline: May 13, 2022 @ 11:59 pm

Award: 1st prize: $1, 000, 2nd prize: $500, 3rd prize: $300

Residency: parent must reside or work in the Santa Clarita Valley

Minimum GPA: 3.80 GPA (weighted)

Links: 2022 Fil-Am of SCV Scholar Info, email: scholarship@filamofscv.org

This scholarship was formed by the Fil-Am Association to recognize educational excellence in our Filipino-American youth. It is open to seniors who qualify as follows:

• Must be of Filipino descent whose parent resides or is employed in the Santa Clarita Valley area

• Must be a graduating senior in high school, or an equivalency, and will be enrolling in college

• Must have earned a minimum GPA of 3.80 (weighted)

• Must be involved in extracurricular activities in school, community, or Fil-Am Association projects and events

California Latino Legislative Caucus Foundation

2022 CLLCF Scholarship

Deadline: June 1, 2022 by 5:00 pm

Award: Not Specified

Residency: California resident

Minimum GPA: 2.5 GPA

Links: 2022 CLLF Application FAQ Page

The California Latino Legislative Caucus Foundation (CLLCF) is pleased to invite all qualified California residents to apply for this scholarship. Eligibility requirements include:

• graduating high school senior with written proof of acceptance to an accredited institution

• have a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.5

Application must be submitted online; paper applications will not be not accepted.

Most Valuable Student (MVS) Contest

Santa Clarita Elks Lodge #2379, Elks National Foundation

Deadline: November 15, 2020

Award: $1,000 - $12,500 per year

Residency: US Citizen

Minimum GPA: not specified

Links: enf.elks.org/MVS for more information and to apply

MVS scholarships are for students pursuing a four-year degree on a full-time basis (minimum of 12 semester hours), at a U.S. college or university next school year. Applicants select from a list of the Lodges closest to their home address zip code. Please choose Santa Clarita #2379 as the sponsoring Lodge. Winners will be announced in late April 2021.

Some important applicant details include:

• Current high school seniors (or equivalent) who are citizens of the United States are eligible to apply.

• Applicants do not have to be related to a member of the Elks.

• Male and female students compete separately.

SCVSF Scholarships

Santa Clarita Valley Scholarship Foundation

Deadline: 3 PM on January 28, 2021

Award: Varies

Residency: Santa Clarita Resident

Minimum GPA: 2.0

Links: 2021 SCV Scholarship Application, scvsf.org

There are several scholarships awarded through this application and many that are guaranteed to be awarded to Valencia High School students. These scholarships are only available to 12th grade students who have attended at least 11th and 12th grades in the William S. Hart Union High School District. Applicants should be well-rounded in academics, community service, athletics, or school involvement and plan to continue their education. You must be in full compliance with the William S. Hart High School District Student Rights and Responsibility Summary. Applications are available beginning December 1st of each school year and should be turned in to Mrs. Switaj or Ms. Galdi in the Counseling Office no later than 3:00 pm on January 28th, 2021. You can print an application using the link below.

The VI Anthenstead Scholarship

Santa Clarita Emblem Club #459

Deadline: February 15, 2021

Award: $800

Residency: Santa Clarita Valley Resident

Minimum GPA: 2.5

Links: 2021 Emblem Club Scholarship Application

Awarded annually to worthy high school students or students enrolled in an institution of higher learning to assist them in obtaining advanced education in their chosen field of endeavor. Applicants must be a senior student planning on enrolling full time into a 2-year or 4-year college who has been involved in both school and outside activities. Applicants will be evaluated based on transcript, extra-curricular involvement, letters of recommendation, and personal statement. You do not need to be or know a member of the Emblem Club to apply.

Santa Clarita high school students can also be considered for additional scholarships offered by the SC Emblem Club. See the attached application for details.

CSEA Chapter 349 Dependents Scholarship

California School Employees Association

Deadline: March 1, 2021

Award: $1,000

Residency: Not specified

Minimum GPA: 3.0

Links: 2021 CSEA 349 Dependent Scholarship Application, 2021 CSEA 349 Dependent Scholarship Application Checklist,

https://www.csea.com/education

CSEA awards $1,000 scholarships to the dependents (including spouses) of its members. There are scholarships for graduating high school seniors, as well as awards for those already enrolled in community college, college/university or trade/vocational schools. To apply, please download and complete the application. Email the completed application along with required supporting documentation to scholarships@csea.com.

Helpful Hints:

• Download/save the application to your device and then open it so that the e-signature function is enabled. That way you can fill out the application and sign it without having to print it to sign it.

• Use this checklist to assist you in filling out the application completely and successfully.

• Official, Signed Transcripts showing a 3.0 cumulative GPA are required. Applications submitted without official, signed transcripts will be disqualified.

The Backer Scholarship Program

SCV Education Foundation

Deadline: Postmarked by March 5, 2021 @5:00 pm

Award: $500 - $3,000

Residency: Santa Clarita Valley Resident

Minimum GPA: Not specified

Links: 2021 General Information, 2021 Scholarship Questionnaire, 2021 Applicant Data Sheet, https://www.scveducationfoundation.org/student-scholarships

Applicants must be a legal resident of the United States, attending college next school year as a full-time student pursuing an undergraduate degree in a field related to education. Members of the Education Foundation Board and their immediate families are not eligible. Final candidates must be available for an interview in late March. Scholarships will be awarded to students whose personal goals, college major and declared career path indicate future success in a field related to education.

Young Women in Public Affairs Scholarship

Zonta Club of SCV

Deadline: March 05, 2021

Award: $1,000

Residency: Santa Clarita Valley Resident

Minimum GPA: Not specified

Links: 2021 Zonta YWPA Scholarship Application, SCVZonta.org, 2021 Zonta YWPA Flyer, 2021 Zonta YWPA Letter to Counselors

Applicants must be women, aged 16-19 by the 1st of April each year, with an active commitment to volunteerism, experience in local or student government, or workplace leadership, and knowledge of Zonta International and its programs.

Jacob Zamora Memorial Foundation Scholarship

Jacob Zamora Memorial Foundation

Deadline: March 8, 2021

Award: No specified

Residency: Santa Clarita Valley Resident

Minimum GPA: 2.5 to 3.4

Links: 2021 JZMF Application Mail-in Only, JZMF.org

Applicant must be a high school senior who is committed to furthering their education. “Not everyone is a stellar student, and like many, Jake found school challenging. Once he reached high school, Jake was fortunate to discover a few compassionate, amazing teachers, who sparked his innate desire for knowledge, and nurtured a determination to take advantage of what education had to offer.” Applications must be mailed to the Jacob Zamora Memorial Foundation and postmarked by the second Monday in March of each year.

SCAA Scholarship

Santa Clarita Artists Association

Deadline: March 16, 2021

Award(s): $1,000, $750, and $500

Residency: Santa Clarita Resident

Minimum GPA: Not specified

Links: 2021 SCAA Scholarship Invite, 2021 SCAA Scholarship Bullet Points, https://www.santaclaritaartists.org/scholarships.html

This opportunity is available to graduating high school senior students with plans for continuing their education in the visual arts field. Examples of students' original work (or photos if some originals are not available) are requested. Work submitted should consist of both class work and work produced independently. Interested students should contact the Artists Association no later than March 16th to schedule a 20 minute interview. More details about interview appointments will be available in late March.

Public Works Engineering Scholarship

American Public Works Association,

High Desert Branch Southern CA Chapter

Deadline: March 19, 2021

Award: $500 - $1,500

Residency: Antelope Valley, Victor Valley and Santa Clarita areas

Minimum GPA: Not specified

Links: APWA 2021 Information Flyer, APWA 2021 Scholarship Application, http://www.apwahdsoca.com/scholarships.htm

High Desert Branch scholarships will be given to graduating high school seniors within the service area of the branch and that indicate on their application forms and in interviews an interest in pursuing a career in a field directly related to Public Works.

CCU Student Scholarship

California Credit Union

Deadline: March 26, 2021

Award: $1,000

Residency: Los Angeles, Riverside, San Diego, or Orange County Resident

Minimum GPA: 3.0

Links: 2021 CCU Student Scholarship Application, 2021 CCU Scholarship Flyer, 2021 CCU Scholarship PR Release

California Credit Union will award twenty (20) scholarships of $1,000 each to Los Angeles, Riverside, San Diego and/or Orange County students. Each year since 2005, California Credit Union's Annual College Scholarship program has awarded students who are motivated in their academic endeavors, active in their schools and contributing to their community. Our scholarship recipients also give back to others through their participation, service and volunteer work within their local communities. Since the creation of the program, the credit union has awarded more than $335,000 in scholarships to students across Southern California. Below are the applicant requirements:

• Resident of Los Angeles, Riverside, San Diego or Orange Counties OR a California or North Island Credit Union member/dependent of a member who may live outside of our core service area

• College-bound high school seniors OR community college students transferring to a four–year university

• Minimum 3.0 Grade Point Average (GPA)

Please note, proof of acceptance to an accredited college or university in 2021 and a completed W-9 tax form will be required before release of scholarship funds.

JVS Scholarship Fund

Jewish Vocational Service SoCal

Deadline: March 31, 2021

Award: $up to $10,000

Residency: Los Angeles County

Minimum GPA: 2.7

Links: https://www.jvs-socal.org/scholarship-application/

• Must be Jewish

• Minimum age of 16 years

• Permanent and legal resident of Los Angeles Count for a minimum of three years

• US.S. citizen or documented legal permanent U.S. resident (green card)

• Planning to attend an accredited public or private college, university or vocational school in the U.S.

• Planning to enroll full-time (minimum 12 units per term)

• Maintain a minimum 2.7 GPA for undergraduate students for every semester or quarter enrolled

• Demonstrated and verifiable financial need including FAFSA (student aid report) and student and parent tax documents

• *Additional eligibility requirements will apply

SCV ACSA Scholarship

Association of California School Administrators

Deadline: April 30, 2021

Award: $500

Residency: Santa Clarita Valley Resident

Minimum GPA: 2.5

Links: SCV ACSA Scholarship 2021, http://bit.ly/scvacsa2021

Applicants must be graduating high school seniors who have attended Santa Clarita Valley schools for at least seven years, including at least one year at a public elementary school in the Santa Clarita Valley. Applicants must have already applied for admittance into a trade school, community college, and/or four year college/university. Seven scholarships will be awarded in total with one senior being selected from each of the six comprehensive high schools and one senior from all alternative schools, including Academy of the Canyons, Bowman, Learning Post, and Sequoia.

CACESF Educational Scholarship

California Association of Collectors

Deadline: June 30, 2021

Award: $1,500-2,500

Residency: California

Minimum GPA: n/a

Links: https://cacesf.org/rules_app.html for more information and to apply

CACESF's scholarship contest is open to current high school juniors and seniors who are enrolled in a California high school and will be attending any accredited public or private college, university, or trade school within 12 months of graduation. Essay required.

Essay prompt: All applicants must write an original essay on the following topic: The importance of establishing and maintaining good financial credit during your college years.

Essay guidelines: Entries must be typed, 12-point font, double spaced, and be between 700 and 1,000 words. All essays must include the word count at the top of the document. Please DO NOT put your personal information on any page.