Open to MHS, MMCHS, and CHHS students! Deadline: April 25, 2026
Only scholarships with an active link are open. All other scholarships are closed.
2026 MUSD High School General Scholarship Application | (multiple available)
Deadline: April 25, 2026
Grade: Senior
Description: Open to all Seniors graduating from MHS in 2026
2026 Milpitas Teachers Association Scholarship Application | $1,000 (two offered)
Deadline: April 24, 2026
Grade: Senior
Description: MTA is proud to offer two (2) scholarships of $1000 each to graduating seniors of Milpitas High School’s & Milpitas Middle College High School’s Class of 2026 who will attend college in the fall. These scholarships will be awarded based on the applicant’s financial need, community service, school involvement, and priority will be given to students expressing the desire to pursue a career in education, or in a field specifically benefitting children. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required.
Eligibility: This application needs to include:
A copy of your transcript.
A chronological resume of school involvement and community service during your high school career.
Documentation of your family’s income and number of dependents (a letter from parents is sufficient).
A typed essay, no more than two (2) pages, describing your educational and career goals.
Applciation and all required documents must be submitted to Alcina Rosas (arosas@musd.org) by April 25, 2026
Jordan Family Scholarship Endowed Scholarship | $3,000 (two offered)
Deadline: April 19, 2026
Grade: Senior
Description: These scholarships are open to LatinX students pursuing both traditional college degrees and non-traditional educational opportunities. Whether you're aiming for a four-year university, a community college, a vocational program, or another form of specialized training, the Jordan Family Scholarship encourages you to apply. We believe in investing in the future leaders of our community and empowering LatinX students to achieve their full potential. If you are a driven and dedicated LatinX student needing financial assistance to further your education, we want you to apply. These scholarships will be awarded at the recipient’s Senior Award Ceremony and will be administered by the Milpitas Community Education Foundation. We anticipate offering these scholarships on an annual basis.
Eligibility: Must be a senior at Milpitas High School, MUSD Middle College High School, or Calaveras Hills High School; Must have a minimum 2.5 GPA, and provide an unofficial copy of your high school transcript; Must plan on attending a trade school, 2 or 4-year college or university in the Fall of 2026; Must compose a 1000-word essay answering the following questions:
What does education mean to you?
How will this scholarship help you reach your goals?
What is something that you want people to know about you?
James A. & Di-Wen Julie Quan Endowed Scholarship | $3,000 (one offered)
Deadline: April 19, 2026
Grade: Senior
Description: The James A. & Di-Wen Julie Quan STEAM Scholarship is to help women succeed in STEAM careers. There will be one $3,000 scholarship available to a Milpitas High School, Milpitas Middle College High School, or Calaveras High School Class of 2026 female student who is intending to graduate with a Bachelor's degree in STEAM (science/medicine, technology, engineering, arts, or mathematics) from a four-year accredited college . This scholarship will be awarded at the MHS Senior Awards Ceremony or Calaveras HS graduation and will be administered by the Milpitas Community Education Foundation. We anticipate offering this scholarship on a annual basis.
Eligibility:
Must be a senior who identifies as a woman at Milpitas High School, Milpitas Middle College High School, or Calaveras High School, graduating in the Class of 2026.
Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, and provide an unofficial copy of your high school transcript.
Must plan on attending a 4-year college or university in the Fall of 2026 and taking a "full-time student" class load
Must compose a 1000-word essay on the following topic:
Why STEAM? What drew you to pursue a career in a STEAM field, specifically one that integrates both science/technology and the arts? What is your intended profession and career aspirations related to your major, with an emphasis on the role of art in your work?
Lisa Chan Memorial Scholarship | $500 (two offered)
Deadline: April 19, 2026
Grade: Senior
Description: The Lisa Chan Memorial Scholarship is to honor the beloved wife of Robert Jung who lost her fight with cancer in March 2023. She was a trailblazer as a woman engineer working at Cisco Systems for over 25 years. There will be two $500 scholarships available to Milpitas High School, Milpitas Middle College High School, or Calaveras High School Class of 2026 who are ready to embark on a science or technology-related field. This scholarship will be awarded at the MHS Senior Awards Ceremony or Calaveras HS graduation and will be administered by the Milpitas Community Education Foundation.
Eligibility:
Must be a senior at Milpitas High School, Milpitas Middle College High School, or Calaveras High School, graduating in the Class of 2025
Must have a minimum 2.5 GPA, and provide an unofficial copy of your high school transcript
Must plan on attending a 2 or 4-year college or university in the Fall of 2026 and taking a "full-time student" class load
Must compose a 1000-word essay on the following topic:
How have the challenges women face in STEAM careers helped inspire you to overcome them to pursue your chosen career?
MHS PTSA Scholarships | $500 (10 offered)
Deadline: April 19, 2026
Grade: Senior
Description: The Milpitas High School (MHS) Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA) will award 10 - $500 scholarships to graduating seniors of MHS. These scholarship awards are based on community service, school involvement and academic improvement.
Eligibility:
Must be a graduating senior at Milpitas High School in 2026
Must submit a copy of your unofficial high school transcript
Must compose a 800+ word essay explaining your goals and plans for your future education
Must include a chronological list of detailed community and school activities you have been involved with while at MHS. List your responsibilities and duties
Must have one reference from an adult in the school or community (This application form will automatically send out a reference request email to your provided contact, we get their reference directly via email.
Sunnyhills Neighborhood Association Scholarship | $1,000
Deadline: April 19, 2026
Grade: Senior
Description: Sunnyhills Neighborhood Association (SNA) recognizes the importance of higher education to the residents of our community, and the burden of its expense, especially for those in financial need. The SNA Scholarship ($1000.00) is available to members of the senior class of Milpitas High School (MHS) and Calaveras Hills High School (CHHS) who will attend college following graduation and are from the Sunnyhills area (from the Milpitas/Fremont border to Jacklin Blvd, between Milpitas Blvd. and I-680). Priority will be given to those who can establish financial need and those who have volunteered or performed community service for SNA.
Eligibility:
Must be a graduating senior at Milpitas High School or Calaveras Hills High School in 2026
Must plan on attending a 2 or 4-year college or university in the fall of the year of graduation and taking a "full-time student class load"
Must submit a copy of your unofficial high school transcript
Must compose a 1000 words essay on the topic of
“How has living in Sunnyhills made a difference in who I have become?”
Provide evidence of volunteering or providing community service for the SNA if relevant
The CCS Scholar-Athlete Scholarship Program
Deadline: March 10, 2026
Grade: Seniors
Description: Joyce Ridgway served as a leader in the development of Women's sports in the CCS and the CIF. Due to her tireless determination and dedication to enhancing and expanding opportunities for girls in sport, a scholarship is offered annually to a deserving female high school senior who exemplifies the characteristics of leadership, determination, dedication, self-sacrifice, and integrity that is reflective of Joyce Ridgway's character and contributions. The scholarship amount is $750 and applications should be submitted no later than March 10, 2026. The winner will be notified by the CCS Office.
Description: Coach Jeff Lamb from Milpitas High School was a teacher, a coach and an athletic administrator at the highest levels during a career that spanned 41 years. Ideal candidates for the Jeff Lamb Scholarship are student athletes who have exhibited an interest in becoming a teacher/coach and eventually attain leadership in the Athletic Director role. The scholarship amount is $750 and applications should be submitted no later than March 10, 2026. The winner will be notified by the CCS Office.
Deadline: May 23, 2026
Grade: Senior
Description: The Samuel Ayer High School Alumni Association is pleased to present a $1000 Scholarship to a 2026 graduate who is related to an alumnus from Samuel Ayer High School. Mail completed application to: Samuel Ayer HS Alumni Association c/o Paula Mercurio, 3756 Xavier Ct., Campbell, CA 95008
Eligibility:
Be related to an alumnus from Samuel Ayer High School
Be a 2026 high school graduate with a GPA of 2.0 or above
Plan to enroll full-time in an accredited university, two- or four-year college, vocational or technical school in Fall 2026
(open to students outside of MUSD - county wide, state wide, etc.)
The College Success Hub Scholarship List
This is a regularly updated list of scholarships from multiple organizations provided by Cal-SOAP! Be sure to check this page from time to time to find new scholarships to apply to!
There is also a page dedicated to different search engines useful for all forms os financial aid.
College Board Scholarships Page
Multiple scholarships available through College Board. 2026 Seniors are eligible for many of these scholarships!
California Dream Act Service Incentive Grant Program | $4,500
Description: This grant seeks to encourage California Dream Act Applicant (CADAA) students with a Cal Grant A award that meets Cal Grant B eligibility or a Cal Grant B award to perform community or volunteer service. The California Student Aid Commission (CSAC) will award up to $4,500 per academic year (up to $2,250 per semester or up to $1,500 per quarter) to 1,667 eligible students. The grant will be available to the student for up to 8 semesters or up to 12 quarters while they have an active Cal Grant A or B award. Students must also meet Satisfactory Academic Progress and complete any necessary verification for their Cal Grant award.
Eligibility:
Must apply annually
Completed and submitted California Dream Act Application (CADAA) for that academic year.
Is an active recipient of a Cal Grant A or Cal Grant B award. Cal Grant A recipients must have met Cal Grant B eligibility.
Attend a qualifying institution
Have sufficient unmet financial need
Complete service hours in that academic year (July 1 through June 30).
Horatio Alger Scholarship Application | Closed
Deadline: Seniors - Feb 15, 2026
Juniors - Mar 1, 2026
Grade: Juniors and Seniors
Description: A single application will allow you to be considered for the full range of scholarships provided by the Horatio Alger Association. The Horatio Alger Association is seeking students who display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity, and plan to pursue a bachelor’s degree. Students must have financial need and a determination to turn adversity into opportunity and pursue their American Dream. Click on the link above to find eligibility and requirements for each scholarship.
South Bay Chinese Club Scholarship | Closed
Deadline: Part 1 -January 19, 2026, Essay - February 23, 2026
Grade: Seniors
Description: The South Bay Chinese Service Club (SBCSC) offers annual scholarships to exemplary graduating high school seniors residing or attending high schools in Fremont, Newark, Union City, or Milpitas, CA with a personal background in or appreciation of the Chinese or Chinese-American history, culture, heritage, or language, and an unweighted GPA of at least 3.0 (or 2.5 for “need-based scholarship” applicants).
Applicants must submit Part 1 of the online application by January 19, 2026. Upon notification of the acceptance of their applications, the students are required to submit an essay on “How the Chinese culture, heritage, or language affects my goals and interactions with society” and an official seventh semester transcript by February 23, 2026.
Tzu Chi USA Scholarship $1,500
Deadline: April 15, 2026
Grade: Seniors
Description: Tzu Chi Scholars is a scholarship program that awards $1,500 to outstanding college-bound high school graduates, based on their financial need, academic achievement, and community involvement. Founded in 1966 by Dharma Master Cheng Yen, the Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation is dedicated to global humanitarian and charitable services, guided by the principles of kindness and compassion.
Eligibility:
Applicant demonstrates financial need for college tuition and related expenses.
Applicant is a U.S. high school graduating senior or equivalent.
Applicant will enroll in an accredited U.S. college full-time for the academic year 2026-2027.
Requirements:
A completed Tzu Chi USA Scholarship application form for High School students.
A copy the following documents demonstrating financial need and showing the name of the applicant:
Family’s complete 2025 1040 U.S. Income Tax Return, including all schedules, or
Any official documentation from the government agency that serves as proof of financial hardship
One community recommendation letter
Karen Ha Scholarship | $2,500 - $10,000 (renewable up to 4 years)
Deadline: May 29, 2026
Grade: Seniors
Description: KACF-SF is dedicated to improving the quality of life for the Bay Area’s Korean American community and investing in the next generation of leaders. Through the Karen Ha Scholarship, we provide financial support and mentorship opportunities to talented, under-resourced students pursuing higher education.
The Karen Ha Scholarship was established by the family of Karen Ha to honor her legacy as a founding member and inaugural Board Co-Chair of KACF-SF. To learn more about the scholarship and Karen Ha’s lasting impact, visit www.kacfsf.org/karenha.
Eligibility: Each year, KACF-SF awards the Karen Ha Scholarship to two new students who demonstrate academic promise, leadership potential, and financial need. The scholarship is open to all students who have advanced the well-being of Korean Americans and/or Korean American communities through service, leadership, or lived experience and who demonstrate financial need.
Grade Level:
Incoming freshman enrolling full-time at an accredited four-year college or university OR
Transfer student from a Bay Area community college enrolling full-time at an accredited four-year college or university
Minimum Cumulative GPA:
3.0 or higher
Financial Need: Household’s pre-tax (gross) income must be under five times the 2025 Federal Poverty Guidelines for your household size
Example: For a family of four, household income must be under $160,750 (5 x $32,150).
Residency:
Must reside in one of the following Bay Area counties: Alameda, Contra Costa, San Francisco, San Mateo, or Santa Clara
Transfer students must also be currently attending a community college within one of these counties
Citizenship Status:
Undocumented students with DACA status are eligible to apply
International students are not eligible to apply