California scholarships - Feb '25
Updated Feb 08, 2025Apply below to the best California scholarships for February 2025.
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PG&E PrideNetwork Employee Resource Group
California • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
PG&E PrideNetwork offers a scholarship up to $6,000 for LGBTQ+ high school seniors/community college grads in California for 2024.
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California Farm Bureau Scholarship
California • Agriculture • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors
The California Farm Bureau Scholarship offers $1,000 for undergraduates pursuing agriculture at a California college. Apply with an essay and recommendations.
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California State Chapter Scholarships
California • For Women • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
California State Chapter Scholarships for women high school graduates enrolling in accredited colleges. Award: $250+. Apply now!
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The Orange County Community Foundation's scholarships
Orange County • California • Freshmen
The Orange County Community Foundation offers scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities. Apply now!
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Advancing Women in Technology Scholarship
California • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Astronomy • Meteorology • Biology • Chemistry • Climate Sciences • Energy • Environmental Science • Food & Nutrition • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Horticulture • Information Sciences • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Marine Biology/Sciences • Materials Science • Mathematics • Music • Nuclear Engineering • Physics • Science • STEM • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Advancing Women in Technology Scholarship supports female STEM students in California with a $250 award for those with financial need.
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Angel and Rosemary Varela Scholarship
Orange County • California • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Sophomores • Juniors
The Angel and Rosemary Varela Scholarship offers $4,000 for OC Dream Act/AB 540 community college transfers with a 2.5 GPA or higher.
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Single Parent Scholarship
California • Family
The Single Parent Scholarship offers $1,000 to low-income Bay Area single parents enrolled in accredited institutions.
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The Robert Hunter Swadley Horticulture Scholarship
California • Horticulture • Freshmen
The Robert Hunter Swadley Horticulture Scholarship offers $250+ for CA high school seniors pursuing horticulture in college.
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Truckee Donner Soroptimist Scholarship
Nevada • California • For Women • Age • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Truckee Donner Soroptimist Scholarship provides up to $5,000 for women 18+ seeking further education or training.
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American Water Inclusion and Diversity Scholarship
Alabama • Kansas • Oklahoma • California • Kentucky • Pennsylvania • Florida • Louisiana • Tennessee • Georgia • Maryland • Texas • Utah • Missouri • Hawaii • Illinois • New Jersey • Virginia • Indiana • New York • Washington • Iowa • Ohio • West Virginia • For Asian students • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The American Water Inclusion and Diversity Scholarship offers $10,000 to underrepresented students pursuing STEM or business degrees.
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PG&E Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers Network Group
California • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Meteorology • Climate Sciences • Computer Science • Environmental Science • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Information Sciences • Marine Biology/Sciences • Materials Science • Science • STEM • Health/Medical Technology • IT/Information Technology • Technology • Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Mathematics • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
PG&E offers scholarships up to $2,000 for California students, encouraging STEM majors. Minimum GPA of 2.5 required.
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ENLACE Scholarship
Orange County • California • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors
Eisner Foundation Scholarship offers $4,000 for students active in Goals, applicable for fees or tutoring.
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High School Laptop Scholarship Contest
California • Freshmen
High School Laptop Scholarship Contest in San Diego offers $250+ for a 750-word essay. Apply now!
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Kate Somerville + Foster Nation “Defy Impossible” Scholarship
California • Cosmetology/Beauty • Family • Freshmen
The Kate Somerville + Foster Nation Scholarship offers $20,000 for California students in esthetics who were in foster care. Apply now!
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Eisner Foundation Scholarship
Orange County • California • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors
Eisner Foundation Scholarship offers $4,000 for students active in Goals, applicable for fees or tutoring.
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Celesta Simas Memorial Scholarship
California • Animal Sciences • Veterinary • Freshmen
The Celesta Simas Memorial Scholarship offers $1,000 to Elk Grove, Pleasant Grove, or Sheldon High graduates majoring in Animal Science or Veterinary Medicine.
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District 5220 Scholar program
California • Seniors • Graduate Students
The District 5220 Scholar program offers $15,000 to eligible college seniors and graduate students. Apply with an essay.
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PFLAG Long Beach Scholarship
California • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors
PFLAG Long Beach offers scholarships up to $2,500 for LGBTQ+ students and Allies. Apply now for support in your education!
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Karen Ha Scholarship
Alameda County • Contra Costa County • San Francisco County • San Mateo County • Santa Clara County • California • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores
The Karen Ha Scholarship provides a $10,000 renewable award for Bay Area students with financial need. Income must be under 5x federal poverty level.
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ACEC San Diego Chapter/City of San Diego Engineering & Capital Projects Scholarships
San Diego County • California • Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Materials Science • Mechanical Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • STEM • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Scholarships for San Diego undergraduates in surveying or engineering, offering up to $8,000 from ACEC and the City of San Diego.
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Edison Scholars Program
California • Computer Science • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • Technology • Mathematics • Science • Engineering • Physics • STEM • Freshmen • High school
Edison Scholars Program offers $40,000 scholarships to 30 Southern California high school seniors pursuing STEM studies. Apply now!
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Cherry Hawk Scholarship
California • Athletic & Related • Sports Management • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Freshmen
The Cherry Hawk Scholarship offers $5,000 to Southern California students pursuing sports-related fields. Apply with an essay and recommendations.
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The New Leader Scholarship
California • Social Sciences • Public Policy & Administration • Social Work • Law • Healthcare-Related • Business Administration • Healthcare Administrative • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The New Leader Scholarship offers up to $10,000 for Bay Area public university students in select majors with a 3.5 GPA.
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Future Superstars Scholarship
California • High school • Freshmen
The Future Superstars Scholarship offers up to $3,500 for Bay Area high school juniors and seniors nominated by trusted adults.
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Walt Bartram Memorial Education Scholarship
New Mexico • Arizona • California • Engineering • Manufacturing/Production • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • High school
The Walt Bartram Memorial Scholarship offers $1,500 for students in manufacturing engineering from NM, AZ, and Southern CA.
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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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