The Gates Scholarship Deadline: September 15, 2026
Amount: 100% of Tuition
Description: The Gates Scholarship is intended for outstanding high school seniors from low-income households. Each year, the scholarship is awarded to exceptional student leaders, with the intent of helping them realize their maximum potential. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a unique "GPA" of grit, potential, and ambition in their quest for a college education.
Innovation in Education Scholarship Deadline: September 15, 2026
Amount: $500
Description: LA Tutors awards students who showcase their creativity and make positive impacts with a $500 Innovation in Education scholarship. On an ongoing monthly basis, this scholarship is open to all currently enrolled high school and college students who showcase their creativity while helping those around them (whether that be in a creative fundraiser, inventive new app, series of blog posts on a particular theme, or another idea). The application deadline is 11:59 pm PST on the 20th of each month. Requirements: must be currently enrolled in high school or college, have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 and must be a citizen of, permanent resident of, or hold a valid student visa in the United States or Canada.
The STEPCon Educator Conference Scholarship Deadline: September 25, 2026
Amount: $1,000 (2 Recipients)
Description: The Educator STEPCon committee is looking for 11th/12th grade high school students to share their engaging stories about the impact of STEM education in their lives through a short video. (Video may be shared publically) Students will need to complete and submit the application below and submit a video (using the provided link). Scholarship Application Requirements: 1) Students must submit an online application at the link below. The application and video will both be due on: Friday, September 25, 2026, 2) Students must be in the 11th or 12th grade at a high school in Riverside County or San Bernardino County. 3) Students must have a minimum 2.5 Grade Point Average. 4) Submit a 3 minute (maximum) video that clearly answers ALL of the following questions: How will STEM change the future? Describe a roadblock in your STEM journey. How has a teacher impacted your journey?
5) Students must also upload a signed copy of the media release which can be downloaded from the provided link below. **Click this link to view the video rubric: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1iGNel4ZpZbQDv8d1ee9ILTuAVy6xEhfx/view?usp=sharing
The deadline to apply for the scholarship is Friday, September 25, 2026. The conference will take place Tuesday, October 27, 2026. Questions? Contact: kim.terry@sbcss.net
Coca-Cola Scholars Program Deadline: September 30, 2026 (2pm)
Amount: $20,000 (150 Awards)
Description: The Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to graduating high school seniors each year. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, and their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities.
The Home Depot Foundation Path to Pro Scholarship Deadline: September 30, 2026
Amount: $2,500
Description: Supports students pursuing careers in the skilled construction trades. This scholarship helps students pay for education and training in high-demand fields such as carpentry, construction management, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing. Eligibility Requirements: High school senior, plan to enroll, or be enrolled within one year, in an approved trade-related program at an accredited two-year school, technical/vocational school, community college, or training center in the United States. Eligible career paths include Carpentry, Construction Management, Electrical, HVAC, and Plumbing.