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Race to End the Stigma Scholarship
Requirements:
Be a graduating senior in good academic standing with a minimum 3.0 GPA
• Be graduating from a high school in one of the following twenty-one counties: Butte, Colusa, El Dorado, Fresno,
Glenn, Kern, Kings, Madera, Mariposa, Merced, Placer, Sacramento, San Joaquin, Shasta, Stanislaus, Sutter,
Tehama, Tulare, Tuolumne, Yolo, or Yuba.
• Seeking enrollment in a postsecondary degree program at a two or four-year college, university, or vocational-
technical school
Application: Race to End the Stigma Scholarship Application
Amount: $1,000
Due Date: March 1, 2025
Horatio Alger Scholarship
Requirements:
Be enrolled full-time as a high school junior
Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor's degree at an accredited non-profit public or private institution in the United States (Students may start their studies at a two-year institution and then transfer to a four-year institution).
Demonstrate critical financial need ($55,000 or lower adjusted gross family income is required)
Be involved in co-curricular and community services activities
Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity
Hold a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0
Be a US citizen
Application: Horatio Alger Scholarship Application
Amount: $10,000-$25,000
Due Date: March 1, 2025
American Chemical Society Scholars Program
Requirements:
U.S. citizens or a legal permanent U.S. residents (please inquire via email if you have questions regarding asylum or DACA status)
African descent or Black, Hispanic or Latina/Latino/Latinx, or Indigenous (e.g. Native American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, Alaskan Native) (please see below for more details)
Graduating high school seniors or college freshmen, sophomores or juniors. Seniors can apply for their fifth year.
Those intending to major or are already majoring in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering, chemical technology, or another chemistry-related science AND planning to pursue a career in a chemistry-related science as well (please see below for more details)
Full-time students at a high school or an accredited college, university, or community college
Those demonstrating high academic achievement in chemistry or science (Grade Point Average 3.0 or higher)
Application: American Chemical Application
Amount: $5,000
Due Date: March 1, 2025
American Agri-Women Daughters of American Agriculture Scholarships
Requirements: Must be a farmer, rancher or be the wife, daughter or a close relative of a farmer, rancher or other person employed in agriculture. There must be an economic or financial need. Knowledge of or work experience in agriculture. Grade Point Average or placement tests are considered. Scholarship funds maybe used for tuition for recognized courses in agriculture leadership, technology, communications, education, rural sociology, medicine or other courses directly related to agriculture and the needs in agricultural communities
Application: American Agri-Women Daughters of American Agriculture Application
Amount: $1,000
Due Date: March 1, 2025
Mid Valley Cowbelles Scholarship
Requirements:
Female student, must be a 2025 graduating senior and resident of either Mariposa, Merced or Stanislaus County.
Student must plan a career in an Agricultural field and have a major that reflects the intent to graduate in an Agricultural capacity.
Application: Mid Valley Cowbelles Scholarship
Amount: TBA
Due Date: March 1, 2025
SEG Scholarship
Requirements: SEG Scholarships are based on merit. To qualify, you must be a student who:
A) Is a high school senior planning to attend college next year or an undergraduate or graduate college student;
B) Has above average grades;
C) Is intending to pursue a college curriculum directed toward a career in applied geophysics.
Online applications are accepted 1 November through 1 March.
Application: SEG Scholarship Application
Amount: $10,000
Due Date: March 1, 2025
Sons of Italy Western Foundation Scholarship
Requirements:
The requirements for applying for a Scholarship or Student Grant with the Order Sons of Italy, Grand Lodge of California is as follows:
Applicant MUST BE wholly or partially of Italian decent
Applicant MUST BE enrolled in an accredited Trade School, College, University or Community College for the fall of 2025
Application: Sons of Italy Scholarship Application
Amount: TBD
Due Date: March 1, 2025
James R Hoffa Memorial Scholarship
Requirements: For the sons, daughters and financial dependents of Teamster members (including the BMWED, BLET, GCC and TCRC). Academic scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 for high school seniors planning to attend a four-year college or university and Training/Vocational program awards of up to $2,000 for use at community colleges and trade schools.
*The children or financial dependents of full-time local union officers or full-time staff of local unions are ineligible.
Application: JRHMS Application
Amount: $1,000-$10,000
Due Date: March 1, 2025
North Modesto Kiwanis Club Scholarship
Requirements:
High school senior
• Academic record (GPA of 2.75 or higher)
• Extra-curricular activities, leadership experience, community service
• Applicant goals
• Personal statement
• Letters of recommendation from one teacher or counselor and one community member
• For the two art major scholarships, the quality of their digital portfolio
• Preference given to students whose annual family income is below $200,000
• Preference will be given to students intending to attend college in California and return to serve in our community.
Students are not required to be part of Key Club or any other service club - but service to others matters!
Application: North Modesto Kiwanis Club Scholarship Application
Amount: $2,000
Due Date: March 1, 2024
National Italian American Foundation Scholarship
Requirements:
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
A) Be enrolled in a US accredited institution of higher education on a full-time basis for the Fall 2024 semester.
B) Have a GPA of at least 3.5 out of 4.0 (or the equivalent).
Application: National Italian American Foundation Scholarship Application
Amount: $12,000
Due Date: March 1, 2025
Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation Scholarship
Requirements:
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
A) Be a child or stepchild of one of the following: Active duty, Reserve, or veteran U.S. Marine.
B) Have a minimum GPA of 2.0.
Application: Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation Scholarship Application
Amount: $40,000
Due Date: March 1, 2025
American Welding Society National Scholarship
Requirements:
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
A) Be planning to pursue a bachelor’s or associate degree in welding or a related discipline.
B) Be enrolled in a US accredited institution for the Fall 2025 semester.
Application: American Welding Society National Scholarship Application
Amount: $7,000
Due Date: March 1, 2025
Design a Better Future Scholarship
Requirements:
To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must be graduating high school seniors planning on attending an accredited college or university in the United States of America. Additionally, students must have met all of the requirements described on this website (http://honorsgradu.com/). Employees of Honors Graduation and their families are not eligible to participate. Submissions must be received before the deadlines in order to qualify for the scholarship program. Mailed applications must be postmarked by that deadline. There are no citizenship requirements.
Application: Design a Better Future Scholarship Application
Amount: $10,000
Due Date: March 3, 2025
Women's Cyber Security Scholarship
Requirements:
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
A) Be pursuing, or plan to pursue, a degree with a focus on cybersecurity or information assurance.
B) Be a senior in high school with a GPA of at least 3.3 on a 4.0 scale.
Application: Women's Cyber Security Scholarship Application
Amount: $5,000
Due Date: March 3, 2025
CSU Stanislaus Scholarships
Requirements:
To be considered for scholarships you MUST meet ALL of the following:
• Be a current, admitted or applied Stan State student in a degree seeking program.
• Scholarships will be awarded for the next academic year; therefore, you must be returning to Stan State for the upcoming 2021/2022 academic year to receive consideration.
Application: CSU Stanislaus Scholarship Applications
Amount: Various
Due Date: March 3, 2025
Goya Foods Culinary Arts Scholarship
Requirements:
Must be entering an accredited two-year or four-year institution as freshmen and majoring in a full-time Culinary Arts or Food Sciences* program for the 2025-26 academic year. Students enrolling in a two-year junior or community college must plan to transfer to a four-year institution to earn a bachelor’s degree and to receive the total maximum scholarship award of $20,000.
Be a United States citizen, a legal permanent resident, or a student granted Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA).
U.S. citizens must provide a copy of their birth certificate, U.S. passport, certificate of citizenship or naturalization certificate.
Permanent residents must provide a copy of their current permanent resident card or a current passport stamped I-551.
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) must provide a copy of their DACA approval letter.
Have a minimum grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or its equivalent.
Candidates must be obtaining their first undergraduate degree.
Applicants may also be children of a Goya employee, broker, or independent driver provided they meet all other eligibility requirements.
Must be willing to complete 10 hours per month of community service; this activity to be tracked by Scholarship America.
*Including, but not limited to: Food Science, Nutritional Sciences, Hospitality Management, Nutrition and Dietetics, etc.
Application: Goya Foods Culinary Arts Scholarship Application
Amount: $20,000
Due Date: March 3, 2025
AFA National Scholarship
Requirements:
Current high school senior or undergraduate student
Age 17-25 during the AFA Leaders Conference*
Attending a four-year institution in the US or plans to obtain a four-year degree
3.0 GPA or higher (recommended)
Passion for food, agriculture and/or natural resources
Intention to pursue a career in the food, agriculture and/or natural resources industries
Application: AFA Application
Amount: $3,200
Due Date: March 6, 2025
Ken Brown/Francine Gaspar ACSA Scholarships
Requirements:
In loving memory of former Region 7 leaders Ken Brown and Francine Gasper, three (3) one thousand dollar ($1,000) scholarships are available to children of Region 7 ACSA members.
For your child to be eligible, you must be a current state ACSA member or submit a membership form and dues with the scholarship application. The ACSA membership may be current or post (retired/deceased). The child must be applying the scholarship to post high school educational endeavors.
Application: Ken Brown/Francine Gaspar ACSA Scholarships
Amount: $1,000
Due Date: March 7, 2025
Marjorie Tallmon Brooks Memorial Scholarship
Requirements:
· Student must be a graduating senior from Hughson High School
· Student must be involved in continuing education beyond high school in a related subject
· Student must have a record of participating in activities for the welfare of the community
Application: Majorie Tallmon Brooks Scholarship Application
Amount: $500
Due Date: March 7, 2025
WWGF Foundation Scholarship
Requirements:
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
A) Be an active participant in the sport of golf (golf ability is not a criterion for selection).
B) Have a 3.5 GPA or above on a 4.0 scale.
Application: WWGF Foundation Scholarship Application
Amount: $20,000
Due Date: March 7, 2025
Nabi Nicole Grant Memorial Scholarship
Requirements:
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
A) Be from an underrepresented minority.
B) Demonstrate financial need.
Application: Nabi Nicole Grant Memorial Scholarship Application
Amount: $5,000
Due Date: March 8, 2025
Connex Foundation Scholarship
Requirements:
Be a United States or Canadian citizen or permanent legal resident
At a minimum, a graduating high school senior or equivalent (GED)
Plan to enroll as a full-time student
Have a cumulative unweighted GPA of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale
Have a history of active involvement in extra-curricular activities, community service, or work experience
Application: Connex Scholarship
Amount: $5,000
Due Date: March 10, 2025
Tri Counties Bank Scholarship
Requirements: Scholarships are awarded to high school seniors — especially, though not exclusively, to those who are economically disadvantaged — who demonstrate interest in public service, community engagement and business entrepreneurship.
Application: Tri Counties Bank Scholarship Application
Amount: $1,000-$1,500
Due Date: March 12, 2025
Blacks at Microsoft Scholarship
Requirements:
Be a US-based high school senior of African descent (for example, African American, African, Ethiopian, etc.).
Plan to attend a four-year college or university in the US in the fall immediately following your high school graduation.
Plan to pursue a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, computer information systems, or select business programs (such as finance, business administration, or marketing).
Demonstrate a passion for technology.
Demonstrate leadership at school or in the community.
Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Require financial assistance to attend college.
Application: BAM Application
Amount: $20,000
Due Date: March 13, 2025
Microsoft Disability Scholarship
Requirements:
Be a current high school senior living with a disability as defined by WHO, including visual, hearing, mobility, cognitive, and/or speech disabilities or other disability
Plan to attend an undergraduate program in a 2 or 4-year University/College or Technical College in the fall of the academic year following high-school graduation.
Declare an approved major in engineering, computer science, computer information systems, law, business, or a related field (e.g. paralegal, pre-law, finance, business administration, or marketing).
Demonstrate a passion for technology.
Demonstrate leadership at school and/or in the community.
Have a high school cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
Require financial assistance to attend college.
Enrollment status must be full-time or half-time.
Application: Microsoft DisAbility Application
Amount: $20,000
Due Date: March 13, 2025
Microsoft Women Scholarship
Requirements:
Be a graduating high school senior who identifies as a woman and/or as non-binary.
Wish to pursue a career** in a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) field.
Plan to attend an accredited 2-4 year public or private college or university or technical college in the United States (or a US affiliate program) in the upcoming academic year.
Have a high school GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Application: Microsoft Women Scholarship Application
Amount: $5,000
Due Date: March 13, 2025
Stanislaus Community Foundation Scholarships
Requirements:
Must graduate from a Stanislaus County high school
Complete the FAFSA and demonstrate financial need as determined by federal guidelines
Have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5
Application: Stanislaus Community Foundation Scholarship Application
Amount: $500-$3,500
Due Date: March 14, 2025
Bob Boggeri Farms Fund
Requirements: Open to students planning to pursue a degree in Ag or Horticulture. Must be an FFA member and demonstrate financial need. Preference given to students from Hughson.
Application: Bob Boggeri Farms Fund Application
Amount: $1,000
Due Date: March 14, 2025
Gemperle Family Farms Scholarship
Requirements: Open to children and grandchildren of Gemperle Family Farms employees. Employees must have three-plus years of continuous employment.
Application: Gemperle Family Farms Scholarship Application
Amount: $1,000
Due Date: March 14, 2025
Jim & Betty Lilly Scholarship Fund
Requirements: Open to students who have attended a continuation high school, including those who have returned to and graduated from typical high schools.
Application: Jim & Betty Lilly Scholarship Application
Amount: $1,000
Due Date: March 14, 2025
Jane Wynne Woolley Memorial Scholarship Fund
Requirements: ESL student, demonstrates financial need.
Application: Jane Wynne Woolley Memorial Scholarship Application
Amount: $2,000-$2,200
Due Date: March 14, 2025
Martella Family Scholarship
Requirements: Open to children and grandchildren of current Martella Family Farms employees with a 2.5 GPA or higher. Employee must have three-plus years of employment.
Application: Martella Family Scholarship Application
Amount: $500-$1,000
Due Date: March 14, 2025
Richard and Dolla Squires Memorial Music Scholarship
Requirements: Open to graduating high school seniors pursuing a degree in music and demonstrating financial need. Preference given to students with a strong background in music.
Application: Richard and Dolla Squires Memorial Music Scholarship Application
Amount: $1,000
Due Date: March 14, 2025
Columbus Citizens Foundation Scholarship
Requirements:
Minimum GPA of 3.5
Minimum of 25% Italian Heritage
Able to provide most recent federal tax document on the application
Must be an entering freshman in high school, college, or first year of medical school
Application: Columbus Citizens Foundation Scholarship Application
Amount: $6,250
Due Date: March 14, 2025
Sons & Daughters of Italy in America Scholarship
Requirements: The Modesto Lodge 2021 of the Sons and Daughters of Italy in America invite eligible High School students of Italian decent who reside in Stanislaus County to apply for the scholarship.
Application: Sons & Daughters of Italy in America Modesto Lodge Scholarship Application
Amount: $1,000
Due Date: March 14, 2025
Turlock Garden Club
Requirements: To be eligible for the Turlock Garden Club scholarship, the student shall:
1. Be a student of Turlock, Pitman, Denair, Hughson, Hilmar High Schools, Turlock Christian School, or a Homeschooled student. Other applicants will also
be considered.
2. Be a high school graduating senior or a full-time
college student.
3. Be majoring in these disciplines:
• Horticulture
• Forestry
• Botany
• Earth/Environmental Sciences
• Agronomy
• Business as it relates to Agronomy, and other
related subjects.
4. Have maintained at least a 3.0 GPA for the two most
recent semesters.
Application: Turlock Garden Club
Amount: $500-$1,000
Due Date: March 15, 2025
Hagan Scholarship Foundation
Requirements:
1. Must be a U.S. Citizen.
2. Must attend a traditional public high school located in the U.S. that is governed by a school district.
3. Must have achieved a 3.50 Cumulative Grade Point Average.
4. Must enroll at an Eligible Four-Year College or University the first semester following high school graduation.
5. Must maintain a four year or less graduation schedule in college.
6. Must work 240 hours each year, from January 1 until commencement of the fall semester in college. Work can be performed at recipient discretion. Must be regularly scheduled work performed under supervision for compensation.
7. Applicant’s Gross Household Income reported for 2024 Federal Income Tax Purposes must not have exceeded $85,000. “Household Income” is defined as the total gross income received by all members of a household living under the same roof.
8. Must complete the FAFSA and provide the EFC.
9. Must apply for Federal and State grants if eligible.
10. Must not have a felony conviction.
Application: Hagan Scholarship Foundation Scholarship Application
Amount: $7,500 per semester up to 8 consecutive semesters
Due Date: March 15, 2025
Cabrillo Civic Club of California Scholarship
Requirements: Portuguese descent, 3.50 GPA, and participated in 3 extracurricular activities.
Application: Cabrillo Civic Clubs of California Scholarship Application
Amount: $500
Due Date: March 15, 2025
Richard Holland Memorial Scholarship
Requirements:
3.5 GPA (on 4.0 scale for High School applicant) or 3.0 GPA (on 4.0 scale for College applicant)
Plan to enroll or be enrolled in full time undergraduate study at an accredited four-year college or university for the entire academic year
Application: Richard Holland Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $2,500
Due Date: March 15, 2025
Shell Oil Company Technical Scholarship
Requirements:
Apply online. Applicants will be asked to upload a copy of their high school transcript and standardized test scores, and to provide the names & email addresses for two individuals to provide recommendations on the applicant’s behalf.
Plan to enroll full-time in one of the following majors (geology, geophysics, physics, chemical, civil, electrical, geological, geophysical, mechanical or petroleum engineering) at a specified institution (see list).
Be lawfully authorized to work on a full-time basis in the United States without any form of sponsorship.
Incentive Fund Scholarship only: Be a member of an underrepresented minority group; Black (Not of Hispanic Origin), Hispanic/Latino, American Indian or Alaskan Native and must self-identify as such on the application.
Application: Shell Oil Company Technical Scholarship Application
Amount: $2,500
Due Date: March 15, 2025
California Women for Agriculture Stanislaus County
Requirements:
Graduating senior residing in Stanislaus County and or attending a High School in Stanislaus County
Pursuing a career in Agriculture
A cumulative 2.8 GPA or higher
Open to both male and female applicants
Application: CWA High School Scholarship Application
Amount: TBA
Due Date: March 15, 2025
Scholarship For Journalism Diversity
Requirements:
be a high school senior in the process of applying for admission to an accredited college or university in the U.S.
have a 3.0 grade-point average or higher
plan to pursue a career in journalism
Application: Journalism Diversity Application
Amount: $20,000
Due Date: March 16, 2025
Army ROTC Scholarships
Requirements:
Be a U.S. citizen
Be at least 17, and under 31 in year of commissioning
Have a high school diploma or equivalent
Have a high school GPA of at least 2.50, unweighted if you're in high school while applying
Have taken the SAT or ACT
Take the current Army physical fitness test
Meet the physical weight and height requirements
Agree to accept a commission and serve in the Army, Army Reserve, or Army National Guard
Application: ROTC Application
Amount: $200,000
Due Date: March 17, 2025
Children of a SCOE Employee Scholarship
Requirements: The Children of SCOE Employees Scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior who is a child of a permanent employee of the Stanislaus County Office of Education (SCOE).
The recipient will be expected to attend a community college, university, or vocational-technical institute. Candidates must have a 2.5 grade point average during the sophomore and junior years, demonstrate leadership, evidence of participation in school activities, good citizenship, and show a potential for post-secondary study.
Application: Children of a SCOE Employee Scholarship Application
Amount: $350
Due Date: March 17, 2025
John B. Allard Scholarship
Requirements: The John B. Allard Scholarship will be awarded to a senior student who plans a career in education. ONLY APPLICANTS PURSUING A CAREER IN EDUCATION (i.e., teaching, administration, instructional aide, etc.) WILL BE CONSIDERED. The recipient will be expected to attend either a two- or a four-year college or university. The criteria for qualification are a 2.8 grade point average during the sophomore and junior years and demonstrated leadership and participation in school activities. Criteria and Scholarship Information
Application: John B. Allard Scholarship Application
Amount: $300
Due Date: March 17, 2025
John & Julie Thurman Agricultural Scholarship
Requirements: John and Julie Thurman Agricultural Scholarship will be awarded to one outstanding senior in Stanislaus County and one in Merced County who plans to continue his or her education in agriculture. LETTERS OF APPLICATION should be forwarded by MARCH 17, 2025. The John and Julie Thurman Agricultural Scholarship will be awarded to a high school senior student who has demonstrated an interest in a career in agriculture through his or her course of study and extracurricular activities. Recipients will be required to attend either a two- or a four-year college or university as a full-time student and pursue a major course of study in agriculture or related subject matter.
Application: John & Julie Thurman Agricultural Scholarship Application
Amount: $300
Due Date: March 17, 2025
Bill & Bertha Scheuber Vocational Scholarship
Requirements: The Bill and Bertha Scheuber Vocational Scholarship, in the amount of $500, is open to graduating senior from a Stanislaus County high school planning to attend a four year institution, community college, or vocational/technical school.
The applicant must be planning a career in one of the major vocational areas of agriculture, business, health, home economics, industrial technology, or a related area.
Application: Bill & Bertha Scheuber Vocational Scholarship Application
Amount: $500
Due Date: March 17, 2025
Modesto Garden Club Scholarship
Requirements: Available to seniors who plan to major in agronomy, agriculture education, floriculture, horticulture, landscape design, botany, forestry, wildlife science, plant pathology, city (rural and urban) planning, habitat or forest systems ecology, environmental concerns, land management, or allied subjects.
Application: Email modestogardenclubscholarships@gmail.com
Amount: $1,500
Due Date: March 20, 2025 (Postmarked)
Eula Mae Jett Scholarship
Requirements: LSI offers scholarships to individuals who seek careers in the legal field. The applications and accompanying documents for these scholarships must be presented through a local sponsoring association by the due date determined by the sponsoring association. If there is no local association, applicants may submit applications and accompanying documents directly to the LSI Scholarship Chair.
Application: Eula Mae Jett Scholarship Application Website
Amount: $2,000
Due Date: March 21, 2025
Kiwanis of Greater Turlock Scholarship
Requirements: The Kiwanis of Greater Turlock is again offering a $500 scholarship to a Hughson High senior who will be attending college next fall.
Application: Kiwanis of Greater Turlock Scholarship Application
Amount: $500
Due Date: March 21, 2025
Asian Pacific Fund Scholarship: Banatao Family Filipino American Education Fund
Requirements:
Grade level: Incoming freshman enrolled full-time at an accredited four-year college or university in 2020-21
Minimum GPA: 3.0
Major: engineering, mathematics, computer science, environmental or physical science
Note: those pursuing health careers are not eligible (i.e. physician, nurse, pharmacist, dentist, etc.)
Ethnic heritage: Filipino heritage (at least 50%)
Financial need
Residency: Northern California counties: Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Merced, Monterey, Napa, Sacramento, San Benito, San Francisco, San Joaquin, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, Solano, Sonoma, Stanislaus or Yolo.
Application: Asian Pacific Fund Scholarship Application
Amount: $1,000-$20,000
Due Date: March 21, 2025
NIADA Foundation Scholarship
Requirements: Eligible students must be a high school senior during the current 2024-2025 school year and legally reside in the United States. They must also provide an official high school transcript and desire to work in the automotive industry.
Application: NIADA Foundation Scholarship Application
Amount: $2,500
Due Date: March 21, 2025
The PG&E Corporation Foundation Scholarships
Requirements:
Be a high school senior or graduate, have received GED certification or be an undergraduate or postsecondary undergraduate student. Veterans and adults returning to school are encouraged to apply.
Have a primary residence that is a PG&E customer in California at the time of application.
Plan to enroll full-time in an accredited college or university in the Fall.
Application: The PG&E Corporation Foundation Scholarship Application
Amount: $1,000-$6,000
Due Date: March 22, 2025
Portuguese Education Foundation of Central California Scholarship
Requirements:
Scholarships are awarded on the basis of the following criteria:
1. Demonstrated academic ability.
2. Interest in learning the Portuguese language and culture as demonstrated by past or
present enrollment in a Portuguese language course, or participation in organized
Portuguese cultural activities.
3. Professional goals include working with the Portuguese community.
4. Applicants who live or were raised in the region of Central California (San Joaquin,
Stanislaus and Merced Counties) will have priority over applicants from other regions.
5. A student can only receive scholarships for five years for undergraduate study. He/she
may reapply for scholarships if she/he enrolls in graduate school.
Application: Portuguese Education Foundation Scholarship
Amount: TBD
Deadline: March 23, 2025
John Amador Memorial Scholarship
Requirements:
1. Senior student at Hughson High School.
2. Minimum 3.0 GPA
3. Application made to a community college, state university, or university.
4. Participation in HHS sports and activities.
Application: John Amador Memorial Scholarship Application
Amount: $200
Due Date: March 25, 2025
American Legion Legacy Scholarship
Requirements:
There are two groups of eligible recipients.
Children of U.S. military members who died while on active duty on or after Sept. 11, 2001.
Children of post-9/11 veterans with a combined VA disability rating of 50 percent or higher also qualify.
Application: American Legion Legacy Scholarship
Amount: TBA
Due Date: March 26, 2025
HITEC Foundation Scholarship
Requirements:
Be of Hispanic heritage (i.e., at least one parent must be of Hispanic descent).
Be a graduating high school senior, current undergraduate or graduate college student.
Have a minimum 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale).
Major (or intend on majoring) in Technology or an approved technology-related major.
Be a U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident, or have active Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)status.
Application: HITEC Foundation Scholarship Application
Amount: $5,000
Due Date: March 28, 2025
Ben Brock Memorial Scholarship
Requirements: Any high school senior, undergraduate student, or graduate student majoring in geography, software engineering, or computer science may apply for this scholarship if they’re active military members, veterans, or the family members of military members or veterans.
Application: Ben Brock Memorial Scholarship Application
Amount: $7,500
Due Date: March 29, 2025
Blue Diamond Growers Foundation
Requirements:
1. The Blue Diamond Growers Scholarship has been established for promising young students from California who
plan to attend, or are attending, a college offering a four-year degree. Students transferring from a Community
or Junior College to a four-year university program are also eligible.
2. To be considered, the student must be from an almond producing area of California and must have the intent to
be a full-time student in a four-year college and have a major in selected fields of agriculture.
3. Candidates who are High School graduates, but have not yet enrolled in a four year university should have
achieved a 3.3 or higher grade point average during their high school career.
Application: Blue Diamond Growers Foundation Application
Amount: TBD
Due Date: March 31, 2025
SkillPointe Foundation Scholarship for Technical/Vocational Training
Requirements: The SkillPointe Foundation is awarding multiple $1,000 scholarships every quarter for individuals pursuing technical/vocational training in construction, healthcare, energy, manufacturing, transportation, and other fields.
The SkillPointe Foundation’s mission is to ensure everyone has access to training to become a skills-based professional. This scholarship is open to everyone 17 years of age or older, of any ethnicity and educational background. U.S. citizens or legal residents, whose course of study or training program includes technical school, vocational school, or community college, are encouraged to apply. This scholarship is exclusively for individuals wishing to gain a certificate, credential, or 2-year degree.
Application: SkillPointe Foundation Scholarship Application
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: March 31, 2025
Merced College Scholarships
Requirements:
Any fully matriculated student attending Merced College full-time beginning fall
2024 and who has successfully completed at least 12 units (minimum 2.0) at Merced
College can apply for scholarships. Full-time enrollment is considered to be at least 12
units.
Application: Merced College Scholarship Application
Amount: $200-$1,500
Due Date: March 31, 2025
Nuts, Bolts, and Thingamajigs Scholarship
Requirements:
Currently enrolled in or entering a certificate or degree program which leads to a manufacturing career on a full-time basis (12 or more credit hours).
Have a 2.5 GPA for trade, community, or technical colleges or 3.0 GPA for universities.
Application: Nuts, Bolts, and Thingamajigs Scholarship Application
Amount: $3,500
Due Date: March 31, 2025
Tzu Chi USA Scholars
Requirements:
Applicant demonstrates financial need for college tuition and related expenses.
Applicant is a U.S. high school graduating senior or equivalent.
Applicant has a minimum 3.0 GPA.
Applicant will enroll in an accredited U.S. college full-time for the academic year 2025-2026.
Application: Tzu Chi USA Scholars Application
Amount: $1,500
Due Date: March 31, 2025
Barry Goggin Scholarship
Requirements:
3.0 GPA or better
High school seniors and continuing undergraduates. Must be a full-time student for the Fall 2024 semester.
Submission of an appropriate, eligible essay (video essays are accepted)
Application: Barry Goggin Scholarship Application
Amount: TBD
Due Date: March 31, 2025
Turlock Pentecost Association
Requirements: Students must have a 3.0 GPA or higher.
Application: Turlock Pentecost Association Scholarship Application
Amount: TBA
Due Date: March 31, 2025
Folds of Honor Scholarship
Requirements:
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
A) Be a family member of US military personnel or a military veteran.
B) Be enrolled or planning to enroll in a program of study at an accredited college or university.
Application: Folds of Honor Scholarship Application
Amount: $5,000
Due Date: March 31, 2025
Momentum for Juniors Scholarship
Requirements:
15+
Class of 2026
Applicant must have a Going Merry account linked to current high school
Application: Momentum for Juniors Scholarship Application
Amount: $1,000
Due Date: March 31, 2025
Humanity Rising Service Scholarship Award
Requirements:
2.5 GPA and Above
High School Senior
Application: Humanity Rising Service Scholarship Award Application
Amount: $1,500
Due Date: March 31, 2025
4-H Youth in Action Scholarships
Requirements: Teens aged 14-19 are encouraged to apply to the 4-H Youth in Action Program for the chance to tell their 4-H impact story and win a $5k educational scholarship. 4-H'ers interested in applying are encouraged to attend the info session on February 26 from 7:00-8:00pm ET to learn about the benefits of the program and how to become a competitive applicant.
Application: 4-H Youth in Action Scholarship Application
Amount: $5,000
Due Date: March 31, 2025
NWCA Scholarship
Requirements: To be eligible for a scholarship, an applicant must be the child, grandchild, great-grandchild, or spouse of an enlisted (E1-E9) member of the Navy, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard, active duty, retired, widow or widower. The applicant must show a basis of need for financial assistance, have a scholastic standing of at least 2.5 grade point average (GPA). The applicant must be accepted for admission to an accredited school. Further information on the qualifications for each scholarship and the application can be found on the NWCA website.
Application: NWCA Scholarship Application
Amount: $1,500
Due Date: March 31, 2025
Navy League Foundation Scholarships
Requirements:
The Navy League Foundation offers scholarships to high school seniors who will attend an accredited institution of higher education in the fall of the current award cycle. Applicants must be the dependent or direct descendant of a current or former member of the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard or U.S.-Flag Merchant Marines or an active member of the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps.
Application: Navy League Foundation Scholarship Application
Amount: $10,000
Due Date: March 31, 2025
Walgreens Expressions Challenge
Requirements: Open to all legal United States residents in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and US Virgin Islands who are between 13 and 18 years of age and currently enrolled in high school as of date of Entry. Professional artists, videographers, photographers and writers, or anyone who earns at least 20% of their income by providing these services are not eligible.
Application: Walgreens Expressions Challenge Application
Amount: $2,000
Due Date: March 31, 2025
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