Welcome to the Ventura College Dreamers Resource Center Scholarship Hub!
Here you’ll find scholarships that are undocumented-friendly, open to AB 540, DACA, and mixed-status students.
🔎 Sort through the opportunities by deadline month, and check back regularly for updates.
Need help? Visit us in the Dreamers Resource Center or email us at: VCDreamers@vcccd.edu
Start Early: some applications take time to gather documents
Review Eligibility Carefully: some scholarships are open to all, some are major-specific
Personal Statements Matter: don't be afraid to ask someone to review it
Keep a checklist of scholarships you've applied to
Local Scholarship
Amount: varies
Deadline: January 16,2026
Open to all students (including undocumented students) who are residents of Ventura County
For Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC)
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: January 14, 2026
Open for: high school and college (undergraduate) students. Preference will be given to single parents
Amount: $1,000-$10,000
Deadline: January 20, 2026
Open for: college students
Any GPA
Amount: varies
Deadline: January 31, 2026
Open for: High School, College, Graduate Students
Any GPA
Open to all current Ventura College students. One application connects you to multiple foundation scholarships based on your profile.
Deadline: January 22, 2026 at 5pm
Eligibility: Open to all students, including AB 540/DACA/undocumented students
This award is for undocumented and mixed-status Ventura College students who demonstrate courage, resilience, and commitment to their educational journey.
Deadline: February 26, 2026 at 11:59pm
Eligibility: Open to undocumented and mix-status students