California scholarships - Feb '25
Updated Feb 08, 2025Apply below to the best California scholarships for February 2025.
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The Charles N. Fisher Memorial Scholarship
Arizona • California • Electrical/Electronics • Electrical Engineering • Communications • Design/Visual Communications • Digital Communications/Media • Graduate Students • Juniors • Freshmen • Sophomores • Seniors
The Charles N. Fisher Memorial Scholarship offers $1,000 for licensed amateur radio students in electronics or communications.
Deadline:
January 6, 2026
Central Valley Community Foundation's scholarships
Fresno County • Madera County • Tulare County • Kings County • Merced County • Mariposa County • California • Freshmen
Central Valley Community Foundation offers scholarships for students in six counties, with awards starting at $250. Apply now!
Deadline Passed
AlvaradoSmith Raymond G. Alvarado Scholarship
Orange County • California • Law • Legal • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Freshmen
Eisner Foundation Scholarship offers $4,000 for students active in Goals, applicable for fees or tutoring.
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Buser Memorial Scholarship
California • Geological & Earth Sciences • Environmental Engineering • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Buser Memorial Scholarship awards $2,250 to two undergraduates in Land Surveying or Geomatics Engineering at California colleges.
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Study.com Scholarship for California Students
California • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
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Association of Hispanic Professionals for Education Scholarship
Orange County • California • Business Administration • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Scholarship for community college transfers in Business Administration, with preference for CSU Fullerton students. Average award: $4,000.
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The HEEF Scholarship Program
Orange County • California • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Freshmen
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Arts Scholarship
Orange County • California • Music • Arts • Graphic Design • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Hispanic Education Endowment Fund offers $283,000 in scholarships for Orange County students, averaging $4,000 each.
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Architecture and Engineering Scholarship
Orange County • California • Architecture • Engineering • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Architecture and Engineering Scholarship offers $4,000 for students with a 3.5 GPA in accredited programs.
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Santa Barbara P.E.O. Chapter HD Memorial Scholarship
Santa Barbara County • California • For Women • Freshmen
Santa Barbara P.E.O. Chapter HD offers a $3,500 scholarship for female seniors with a 3.0 GPA in Santa Barbara County.
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Santa Clarita Valley Scholarship Foundation
Santa Clarita • California • Freshmen
The Santa Clarita Valley Scholarship Foundation offers over $300,000 in scholarships annually to local students with a 2.0 GPA or higher.
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Calaveras Community Foundation's scholarships
Calaveras County • California • Freshmen
Calaveras Community Foundation offers scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities. Apply now for $250+ awards!
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Community Foundation Sonoma County's scholarships
Sonoma County • California • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Community Foundation Sonoma County offers scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities. Apply now!
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Robert R. Bergis and Theodore W. Rosenberg Scholarship
Idaho • Washington • Montana • Alaska • Oregon • California • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For LGBTQIA+ students • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Bergis & Rosenberg Scholarship offers $250 for LGBTQ+ students in CA facing barriers. Apply with three essays.
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The Reagan Presidential Foundation Scholars Program
California • Freshmen
The Reagan Scholars Program awards $50,000 in scholarships to Ventura County seniors with leadership skills and a 3.0 GPA.
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eQuality Scholarship Collaborative
California • Medicine • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors
eQuality Scholarship Collaborative offers $6,000 to California students for LGBT community service. Apply with an essay and references.
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Community Foundation Santa Cruz County Scholarships
Santa Cruz County • California • Freshmen • Sophomores
Community Foundation Santa Cruz offers scholarships up to $20,000 for local students based on merit and need. One application required.
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El Dorado Community Foundation Scholarships
El Dorado County • California • Freshmen
El Dorado Community Foundation offers scholarships up to $9,000 for local students based on merit, need, or activities.
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Peninsula College Fund Program
San Mateo County • Santa Clara County • California • Freshmen
The Peninsula College Fund offers up to $12,000 for first-generation college students in San Mateo and Santa Clara counties, CA.
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Amador Community Foundation's scholarships
Amador County • California • Freshmen
Amador Community Foundation offers $190,000+ in scholarships annually for local students based on merit, need, and activities.
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Arturo Vera Art Scholarship
California • Arts • Design/Visual Communications • Architecture • Art History • Arts Management • Studio Arts • Theatre/Performing Arts • Game Design • Graphic Design • Interior Design • Urban Design • UX/Technical Design • Freshmen
The Arturo Vera Art Scholarship offers $500 to San Joaquin County high school seniors pursuing art education with a 3.0 GPA.
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LPA Interdisciplinary Diversity Scholarship Program
Texas • California • Architecture • Interior Design • Urban Design • Civil Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Mechanical • Mechanical Engineering • Construction Engineering • Construction • For Asian students • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Middle Eastern students • For Pacific Islander students • For Women • Freshmen
The LPA Interdisciplinary Diversity Scholarship offers $5,000 annually to minority high school seniors pursuing design-related degrees.
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Ginny Patin Scholarships
California • Agriculture • Agricultural Science • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Ginny Patin Scholarship awards $2,500 to students in agriculture at California universities.
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NEWH Orange County Region Scholarship
Orange County • Riverside County • San Bernardino County • San Diego County • Hawaii • California • Interior Design • Architecture • Restaurant/Culinary/Food Services • Hospitality • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
NEWH Orange County Region offers scholarships up to $10,000 for students in hospitality fields with a 3.0 GPA or higher.
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Pete Wilson Scholarship
Alameda County • Contra Costa County • Marin County • Napa County • San Francisco County • San Mateo County • Santa Clara County • Solano County • Sonoma County • California • Journalism • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Pete Wilson Scholarship offers $2,000 to Bay Area journalism students. Essay and recommendations required.
Deadline Passed
FAQ
In your personal statement for California scholarships, you should include your academic achievements, career goals, community involvement, and any personal experiences that have shaped your educational journey. Be sure to convey your passion and motivation.
Some California scholarships are open to international students, while others may have restrictions. It's important to check the eligibility requirements for each scholarship to determine if international students can apply.
Yes, there are many California scholarships that are specific to certain regions or communities within the state. Local organizations, businesses, and foundations often offer scholarships to support students in their area.
To apply for California scholarships, you typically need to complete an application form, provide transcripts, and submit any required essays or letters of recommendation. Check the specific application process for each scholarship.
It's advisable to start applying for California scholarships as early as possible, ideally during your junior year of high school or the first year of college. Many scholarships have deadlines that fall in the spring or summer.
Yes, you can apply for multiple California scholarships. In fact, applying for several scholarships can increase your chances of receiving financial aid for your education.
Eligibility criteria for California scholarships can vary widely. Common criteria include residency in California, enrollment in an accredited institution, academic performance, and financial need. Always check the specific requirements for each scholarship.
Yes, many California scholarships are legitimate and offered by reputable organizations, schools, and foundations. It's important to research each scholarship to ensure its authenticity.
You can find California scholarships by searching online scholarship databases, visiting college financial aid offices, and checking local community organizations. A great resource for finding scholarships is Mos.
California scholarships are financial awards designed to help students in California pay for their education. These scholarships can be based on various criteria, including academic achievement, financial need, community service, and specific demographics.
Resources for California scholarships
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