Off-Campus Scholarship Opportunities

LA Tutors Innovation in Education Monthly Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria: 

• Must be currently enrolled in high school or college
• Cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 (or the equivalent)
• Must be a citizen of, permanent resident of, or hold a valid student visa in the United States or Canada

Award: $500

Application: https://www.latutors123.com/scholarships/innovation-in-education/

Deadline: 20th day of every month 

Recurring: Monthly

MPOWER Financing Monthly Scholarships for International Students

• On the first day of each month, check out this page to find out the scholarship theme for the month.
• Be sure to apply quickly! Applications will be open until the last Friday of the month.

Eligibility Criteria: 

• Be admitted to, or enrolled in, a full-time degree program at a U.S. or Canadian school that MPOWER supports, and
• Be an international student permitted to legally study in the U.S. or Candada
• For study in the U.S., this means that the applicant meets one of these criteria:
  • Has a valid visa that permits study in the U.S., or
  • Is protected under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)

Award: $1,000

Application: https://www.mpowerfinancing.com/scholarships/monthly-scholarships 

Deadline: Last Friday of every month

Recurring: Monthly
 

Headway's Book Lovers Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

• are citizens of the United States
• are at least 16 years old;
• are in their final year of high school, secondary school, (upper) secondary school graduates, current college/university undergraduates, or graduate students;
• have a high school cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher;
• demonstrate leadership at school and/or in the community; and
• will be enrolled in full-time undergraduate or graduate study at an accredited college, university, or vocational-technical school within the United States for the entire academic year in which the Scholarship is awarded.

Award:  $1,500

Application link: https://makeheadway.com/scholarship/

Application Period: April 15, 2025 - September 15, 2025

Gertrude Dee Roeder Scholarship for Nursing Students

Eligibility Criteria:

• Ventura County resident and graduate of a Ventura County high/preparatory school
• Enrolled in a nursing program in California
• Demonstrated financial need
• Planning to attend full-time at a California Board of Registered Nursing–accredited school

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum GPA of 2.0 (on a 4.0 scale)
• Strong academic aptitude
• Potential for success in nursing program
• High moral and ethical standard

Award:  Varies

Application link:https://www.csascholars.org/roeder/index.php/

Deadline: September 25, 2025 by 5:00 PM Eastern Time (2:00 PM Pacific Time)

ADHDAdvisor.org Quarterly Mental Health Scholarship for Women

Eligibility criteria:

• Women who prioritize their mental health.
• Open to all high school seniors, undergraduate or graduate students.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident.

Award:  $1,000

Link to apply:  Bold.org Online ADHD Diagnosis Mental Health Scholarship for Women

Deadline:  September 30, 2025

Recurring: Quarterly

Keenan Insurance Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

• Scholarship preference shall be given to underrepresented students who are working towards a certificate or degree in insurance, risk management, financial services or a related field, such as business administration with a concentration in or focus on the insurance and benefits industry.
• Applicants must be eligible for a California College Promise Grant or be experiencing other circumstances demonstrating financial need
• Applicants must be enrolled in and complete three (3) units each semester, or the quarter equivalent, in insurance, risk management, financial services, or related courses in order to be eligible to receive a scholarship

Award:  $600 per semester or $1,200 per academic year 

Application: 

• Include your unofficial myVCCCD Transcript & copy of your Spring 2025 Schedule/Bill
• Attach a 1 page essay explaining your major, your academic goals, and what this scholarship will help you do.
• Submit to the Scholarship Office via email at mcscholar@vcccd.edu with subject "Keenan Insurance Application" and your student ID number. 

Learn More: https://foundationccc.org/our-work/system-support/providing-financial-assistance-and-scholarships/keenan-insurance-scholarships/

Application Period: February 01, 2025 -  October 30, 2025  - Awards on first come, first serve basis

Soroptimist International of the Americas Live Your Dream Award 

Eligibility Criteria: 
A Woman Who:

• Provides the primary financial support for yourself and your dependents. Dependents can include children, spouse, partner, siblings and/or parents.
• Has financial need.
• Is enrolled in or has been accepted to a vocational/skills training or an undergraduate degree program.
• Is motivated to achieve your education and career goals.
• Resides in one of Soroptimist International of the Americas’ member countries/territories (Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Ecuador, Guam, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Northern Mariana Islands, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Taiwan, United States of America, Venezuela).
• Has not previously been the recipient of a Soroptimist Women’s Opportunity or Live Your Dream Award.
• Does not have a graduate degree and is not pursuing one currently.
• Is not a Soroptimist member, an employee of Soroptimist International of the Americas or immediate family of either.
• Agrees to write your essays in your own words, without the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools.

Award:  Between $1,000 - $16,000 

Application:  https://www.soroptimist.org/our-work/live-your-dream-awards/apply-for-the-live-your-dream-awards.html

Deadline:  November 15, 2025
 

PrimePutt Scholarship for Women Golfers

Eligibility Criteria: All female and female-identifying, high school seniors, undergraduate, and graduate students are eligible to apply.

Award:  $1,000

Learn More:  https://primeputt.com/products/golf#scholarship 

Apply via Bold.org: https://bold.org/scholarships/PrimePutt-Putting-Mat-Scholarship-for-Women-Golfers/ 

Deadline:  December 01, 2025
 

ROI CX Act Now Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria: 

• All college and university undergraduate students currently enrolled in an accredited 2- or 4-year college or university
• All fields of study
• U.S. citizens

Award:  $2,500

Apply: https://roicallcentersolutions.com/scholarship-program/ 

Deadline:  December 01, 2025

Lemon Law Firm Scholarship

Eligibility criteria:

• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident.
• GPA 3.0 or above
• Eligibility requires current enrollment as a law student at an accredited law school in the U.S., or as an undergraduate at an accredited U.S. college or university with intentions to apply, or having already applied, to law school
• Application with essay: Describe your aspirations for utilizing your law degree and how you aim to contribute positively to society with your legal expertise.

Award:  $1,000

Link to apply:  https://lemonlawfirm.com/scholarship/

Deadline:  December 31, 2025

Recurring: Annually
 

ICD Skincare Scholarship

Eligibility criteria:

• Currently enrolled or accepted to a university or college for the 2024/2025 school year
• Maintaining a minimum 3.0 GPA or higher
• Scholarship is available only for U.S. citizens
• Essay prompt: Self-care is more than just skincare—it’s about nurturing the mind, body, and soul.
  If you could develop a new product or routine that would positively impact others’ well-being, what would it be and why?

Award:  $1,000

Link to apply:  https://www.tryincellderm.com/scholarship

Deadline:  December 31, 2025 at 5:00 PM PST

Micklin Law Group Educational Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

• The award is granted two times per year and is needs-based.
• Applicants must be accepted into an accredited college in the United States.

Award:  $1,000, multiple students may be awarded

Application link: https://www.micklinlawgroup.com/educational-scholarships/ 

Deadline: December 31, 2025
 

Schaefer Halleen’s Social Equity Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

• Be accepted into an accredited college or law school in the United States, and
• Be interested in pursuing a degree that supports gender, religious, or racial justice, or any accredited program that advances the pursuit of justice for all people.

Award:  $1,000

Application link: https://www.schaeferhalleen.com/social-equity-scholarship/

Deadline: June 30, 2026

Recurring: Annually

California Wellness Coach Scholarships

Eligibility Criteria: 

• Recipients must be willing to study human services, addiction studies or social work and, after graduation, commit to a service obligation for one year as a Certified Wellness Coach.
• Be enrolled in a minimum of six semester units, or its equivalent, until program completion
• Has a GPA of 2.0 or greater for most recent academic performance or equivalent
• Maintain a GPA of 2.0 or greater, until program completion
• Attend an educational institution within the state of California
• Be physically present (live in) in California while attending courses

Award: Varies, up to $35,000 

Apply: https://hcai.ca.gov/workforce/initiatives/certified-wellness-coach/wcsp-2025/

Deadline: May 24, 2024

Book Lovers Scholarships

Eligibility Criteria: all students who have a passion for reading books

Award:  $500

Application link:  https://calvinrosser.com/scholarships/book-lovers/

Deadline:  May 31, 2024

RealtyTrac Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria: The RealtyTrac scholarship 2024 is for students planning to enroll, or who are currently enrolled in an accredited post-secondary institution. This initiative is open to students of all fields of study and GPAs. RealtyTrac is offering a scholarship worth $2,500 to a college student who demonstrates keen interest and insight in real estate. To be considered for this scholarship, applicants are asked to write an essay and submit it for consideration with the application link. 

Award:  $2,500

Application link:  https://www.realtytrac.com/resources/scholarship/ 

Deadline:  October 31, 2024

HeySunday Eco-Warriors Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria: All high school seniors, undergraduate, and graduate students are eligible to apply.  Must be US citizen. 

Award:  $1,000

Application link:  https://heysunday.com/products/our-best-selling-detergent-sheets#scholarship

Deadline:  December 01, 2024

Recurring:  Annually

California Community Colleges Student Financial Aid Administrators Association (CCCSFAAA) Scholarships

Eligibility criteria:

• Enrolled in at least 6 units for Spring 2025 semester
• Cumulative GPA of at least 2.5
• Have remaining need of at least $1,000
• Applied for State and/or Federal Financial Aid (FAFSA)
• Download and fill out the application below with a 1-page statement addressing your:
  • Special circumstances and/or unusual hardship
  • Educational and career goals
  • Why you have chosen these goals 

Award:  $500

Link to apply:  2025 CCCSFAAA application download Submit to mcscholar@vcccd.edu with "CCCSFAA 2025" in the subject line 

Deadline:  January 13, 2025

Recurring: Annually

Ventura County Community Foundation Scholarships 

About: This program is for any student in Ventura County. There are over 400 scholarships available with over $1.5 million awarded annually. Applications accepted November 13, 2024 - January 15, 2025, Winners announced May 2025

Award:  Varies by scholarship 

Link to apply:  https://vccf.org/scholarships/student-applicants/ Click through to open a VCCF account and apply. 

Application Deadline: January 15, 2025

Recurring: Annually

Scholarship Highlight: Gold Coast Health Plan Behavioral Health Scholarship

• About:
  • Majors: Behavioral Health, Mental Health including: Community Health Worker, Peer Support Specialist, Wellness Coach I/II, Addiction Studies, Substance Use Counseling, Psychology/Mental Health, Social Work, Psychiatric Nursing, School Counseling, School Social Work, Educational Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling Psychology, Mental Health/Psychiatric Nursing, Clinical Psychology, Psychiatry, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric Physician’s Assistant, and Applied Behavior Analysis
  • Awarded to Ventura County residents who are entering, or are enrolled in a certificate, undergraduate, graduate, or medical/professional school program that focuses on behavioral/mental health.
  • Awardees must intend to serve the behavioral/mental health needs in Ventura County upon graduation. Applicants must be current or former Medi Cal benefit recipient.
  • Preference will be given to applicants who meet one or more of the following criteria:
    • Past recipients of the GCHP Behavioral Health Scholarship Fund
    • Current or former foster youth
    • Individuals with current or past involvement in the criminal justice system
    • First-generation college students
    • Applicants who are fluent in one or more of the following languages: Spanish, Mixteco or other indigenous languages, American Sign Language, Vietnamese, Mandarin, Arabic, Russian, or Tagalog
• Award:
  • Certificate Program $3,500
  • Associate Degree $5,500
  • Bachelor’s Degree $7500
  • Graduate/Medical Degree $9500
• Learn more: https://vccf.academicworks.com/opportunities/3254
• Apply: via VCCCF scholarship application https://vccf.org/scholarships/student-applicants/  

California Native Plant Society Channel Islands Chapter Scholarship

Eligibility criteria:

• Anyone can apply who is a student attending junior college, college, or university and working on a project that relates to Ventura and/or Santa Barbara Counties native plants.
• Suitable topics include, but are not limited to: taxonomy; natural history; plant ecology; pollination ecology; paleobotany; restoration; ethnobotany; biogeography; phenology and more.
• In your application, please include a brief project proposal (including a descriptive title, objectives, and methods); a cover letter; and a letter of support from an academic advisor.

Award:  $1,500

Link to apply:  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdZlbqr3ognUYyX3auClHZoR3gtvzJvFwMRusyFaWtNs7fLpQ/viewform?pli=1

Learn More:  

• https://chapters.cnps.org/channelislands/scholarship/
• https://www.cnps.org/education/students/chapter-scholarships 

Deadline:  January 31, 2025

Recurring: Annually

Educating for Change Scholarship: Supporting incarceration-impacted students

Eligibility Criteria:

• The Educating for Change Scholarship provides financial support to California community college students with a parent incarcerated in a prison administered by the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR)
• Applicants must be either:
  • A high school senior planning to attend a California community college; OR
  • A student currently enrolled in a California community college

Award:  $500 per semester, $1,000 per academic year

How to apply: 

1. Download and fill out the application
2. Send the application to mcscholar@vcccd.edu with "Educating for Change Scholarship" and your 900# in the subject line 

Learn More: Foundation CCC Educating for Change Scholarship page

Application period: January 3, 2025 – January 31, 2025

California Community College LGBTQ+ Summit Kaleidoscope Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria: 

• Students enrolled in a California Community College
• Students who demonstrate resilience, leadership, and dedication to creating positive change
• Students whose unique perspectives and advocacy reflect an understanding of the intersections between race, gender, socioeconomic status, LGBTQ+ identities and other aspects of identity

Award: $500

Application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf86DZFyYO_SPkJ6-tI0MZy0097rWfx4Us5Gs0t1m3WSQRkhQ/viewform 

Deadline: February 14, 2025 

Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF) 2025

Eligibility Criteria: 

• The HSF Scholar Program is open to students of all races that identify as being of Hispanic Heritage.
• U.S. citizen, permanent legal resident, or DACA
• Minimum of 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for high school students; minimum of 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for college and graduate students
• Plan to enroll full-time in an accredited, public or not-for-profit, four-year university, or graduate school, in the US, for the 2025-2026 academic year
• Submit the FAFSA or state-based financial aid forms (if applicable)

Award: $500 - $5,000

Application: https://www.hsf.net/scholarship

Deadline: February 15, 2025 

The Hoffman Agency HBCU Scholarship

Eligibility criteria:

• California Community College student transferring to an HBCU
• Major in Communications umbrella at attending HBCU
• Cares about community, values education, and shows a passion for language and communications

Award:  Varies

Link to apply:  https://www.hoffman.com/hbcu-scholarship/

Deadline:  March 14, 2025

Recurring: Annually

CISOA Student Scholarship Program

The California Community College's Chief Information System Officers Association (CISOA) offers scholarships to support students pursuing majors in information technology fields. T

Eligibility criteria:

• Must be enrolled at least part-time (6 units per term) at a California Community College.
• Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Must have declared a major in an Information Technology-related field (e.g., Computer Networking, MIS, Computer Science, Cyber Security, Electronics).
• Must submit a personal statement outlining educational goals and how the scholarship funds will be used.

Award:  Up to $1,500 for up to 15 student

Link to apply:  https://cisoa.org/scholarship/

Deadline:  Applications are accepted from January 14, 2025, to March 14, 2025

Southern California Association of Governments Scholarships - Community Planning

Eligibility Criteria: 

• Residency: Must be a resident within the SCAG region (i.e., Imperial, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, or Ventura counties, or on Tribal lands within the SCAG region) and be eligible to work in the United States.
• School Enrollment: Must be a graduating high school senior or currently enrolled in a two-year community college in the SCAG region. Graduating high school seniors must enroll in higher education (i.e., two- or four-year college or university) immediately following graduation from high school (i.e., no gap year).
• GPA Minimum: Candidates must have a 3.0 grade point average or higher (based on a 4.0, unweighted scale).
• Other requirements: Students may be asked to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States if selected as a recipient. Successful recipients may be asked to provide a picture and quote to publicize SCAG’s Scholarship Program. 
• Minimum 500-word personal statement describing your interest in community planning, regional planning, urban planning, civil engineering, political science, public administration, sustainable development, or other related fields and future career goals. 

Award: $4,000 - up to 9 recipients are selected 

Application: https://scag.ca.gov/scholarship

Deadline: March 21, 2025 by 5:00 PM 

Southern California Garden Club Scholarship

Eligibility criteria:

• High School senior student or college student enrolled in a public or private school
• Resident of Los Angeles, Ventura, or San Bernardino County
• Transcripts indicating a GPA of 3.0 or higher are required.  Transcripts may be “unofficial”
• Accepted and enrolled in a two or four-year college or university in a program focused on Horticulture, Landscaping, Botany, Biology, and Earth Science or majors related to plants and animals only. 

Award:  $1,000 - up to 3 recipients are selected 

Link to apply: https://www.socalgardenclub.org/scholarship

Deadline:  March 28, 2025

Calvin Rosser Elevate Black Entrepeneurs Scholarship

Eligibility criteria:

• Current or aspiring Black entrepreneurs across any field or business stage will be considered.
• Winners will be selected on the merit of their business idea, and on the impact that additional support would have for them.

Award:  $500

Link to apply:  https://bold.org/scholarships/elevate-black-entrepreneurs-scholarship/#ref=calvin

Deadline:  March 30, 2025

Calvin Rosser "A Bold Life" No Essay Scholarship

Eligibility criteria:

• All students and non-students from any field of study.
• Must be interested in getting the most out of life.
• All GPAs will be considered.
• All majors are encouraged to apply.

Award:  $500

Link to apply:  https://calvinrosser.com/scholarships/a-bold-life-scholarship/

Deadline:  March 30, 2025

Surety Bond Authority Scholarship Program 2025

Eligibility criteria:

• High school or college undergraduate students
• Majors: Accounting, Banking, other finance-related fields
• A 500- to 1,000-word essay detailing why they have chosen or wish to pursue a career in Accounting, Banking, Finance, or another business-related field

Award:  $1,500

Link to apply:  https://suretybondauthority.com/scholarship-surety-bond-authority-2025/

Deadline:  April 06, 2025

Recurring: Annually

Los Angeles LGBT Center Scholarships 

Summary of Scholarships:

• Comcast NBCUniversal Telemundo Media Scholarship: Supports careers in media and entertainment.
• Edison International STEM Scholarship: Provides funding for students pursuing education in STEM fields.
• Pride in Tech Scholarship (Angel City FC & CLEAR): Partial scholarship for students pursuing education or a career in tech, aiming to increase representation in engineering and technology.
• Felice Samuel Greene Scholarship Fund: Provides financial assistance to youth pursuing higher education, in memory of Felice Samuel Greene. The scholarship supports all majors and disciplines.
• Susan Cruz Scholarship Fund: Provides scholarships to LGBTQ+ youth engaged in higher education, in memory of Susan Cruz, a mother and aspiring teacher. Open to all majors and disciplines.
• Rainbow Youth Scholarship: Provides scholarships to LGBTQ+ youth pursuing higher education, helping them achieve their career and educational goals. Open to all majors and disciplines.

Eligibility requirements:

• Must be a graduating senior (with either a high school diploma or GED) or already enrolled in an accredited college or university. Graduate programs do not qualify for these opportunities.
• A copy of your college acceptance letter or proof of current enrollment for Fall 2025
• Two letters of recommendation (from teachers, counselors, principals, mentors, etc.)

Award:  Varies

Link to apply:  https://lalgbtcenter.org/services/scholarships/

Deadline:  April 13, 2025

Ventura County Retired Teachers Association Scholarship

Eligibility criteria:

• Ventura County College Students who have been accepted with a status of “Junior” or higher in an accredited college/ university in California
• Students pursuing a career in public education

Award:  Varies

Link to apply:  https://div28.calrta.org/scholarships-and-grants/

Deadline:  April 15, 2025

Recurring: Annually

American Public Works Association (APWA) Ventura Scholarships

Eligibility criteria:

• Applicants must be EITHER graduating high school in the spring or summer of 2025, and who will be attending college or university in the fall of 2025 OR a current college student in the fall of 2025.
• Applicants must be attending a college or university in Ventura County
• Applicants must be studying a Public Works related field, such as: Engineering, Environmental Science, Public Administration, and others.
• Note: Applicants should have their application reviewed by a counselor/administrator. You can request a scholarship application review to the MC Scholarship Office at mcscholar@vcccd.edu

Award:  $1,000 - $5,000 

Link to apply:  https://ventura.apwa.org/resources/scholarships/

Deadline:  April 17, 2025

Boys & Girls Club of Greater Ventura Emma Nylen Charitable Trust Scholarship

Eligibility criteria:

• Open to individuals of any sex, age, race, national origin, religion, residence, or political affiliation.
• Minimum 2.0 GPA shown on official transcripts
  • Note: Electronic transcripts will not be accepted
• Preference for applicants who:
  • Are young men or women.
  • Have completed high school and are under 30 years of age.
  • Were or are residents of Ventura County.

Award:  Varies between $100 - $1,000

Link to apply:  https://bgclubventura.org/what-we-do/emma-nylen-scholarship.html

Deadline:  April 25, 2025.

• In-person applications must be submitted by 3:00 PM on April 25, 2025.
• Mail-in applications must be postmarked by April 25, 2025.

Rotary Club of Thousand Oaks Scholarships - Mary Claire Slais Scholarship Award

Eligibility criteria:

• These are TWO awards: the Thousand Oaks Rotary Club scholarship and the Mary Clair Slais Scholarship
• Must be a resident of the city of Thousand Oaks or its adjacent areas
• This scholarship opportunity is available students attending Thousand Oaks High School, Newbury Park High School, and Moorpark College who are enrolled or planning to enroll in a post-secondary school (college, training school or technical school)
• Recommendation of a GPA of between 2.7 and 3.5 from a secondary or postsecondary school (to be verified by transcripts or counselor certification)

Award:  Varies

Link to apply: If you'd like a PDF emailed to you, please email mcscholar@vcccd.edu

Deadline:  Extended to May 5, 2025

Quality Temp Staffing Radiology Scholarship

Eligibility criteria:

• Undergraduate student pursuing radiology
• Must be a California resident, but applicants from Los Angeles are preferred

Award:  $500

Link to apply:  https://bold.org/scholarships/quality-temp-staffing-radiology-scholarship/ 

Learn more: https://qualitytempstaffing.com/

Deadline:  May 01, 2025

Ellen Brokaw House Farm Workers! Scholarship 

Eligibility Criteria: 

• College-bound or current college students who are children of farm workers in Ventura County
• Child of a farm worker in Ventura County (seasonal or retired is okay)
• Minimum GPA for Seniors in High School: 2.3
• Minimum GPA for current college students: 2.5

Award: $3,000

Apply: https://housefarmworkers.org/ellen-brokaw-house-farm-workers-scholarship-application/

Deadline: May 06, 2025

Nursing Colleges Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

• Any student in a U.S.-based accredited online nursing degree program who has attended the university or college for at least one semester (and will continue to do so in fall 2025) is eligible to apply.

Award:  $2,500

Application link: https://www.nursingcolleges.com/scholarship

Deadline: May 15, 2025

James M. Ray Scholarship - Vietnam Veterans of Ventura County

The Vietnam Veterans of Ventura County (VVVC) offers the James M. Ray Scholarship for high school seniors or junior college students attending a Ventura County school. This scholarship is designed to encourage thoughtful analysis and discussion about the U.S. draft, military service, and public service options in response to global events.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Must be a high school senior or junior college student (minimum 6 units) attending a Ventura County school.
• Must submit an essay of at least 500 words in response to the questions on the application about the U.S. draft and public service options.

Award:  $5,000

How to Apply:

• Return the application by May 30, 2025 (postmarked) to:
• VVVC – Attention Scholarship
  PO Box 3218
  Ventura, CA 93006-3218

Learn More: https://vvvc.org/scholarship/

Deadline: Applications must be postmarked by May 30, 2025

Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Chapter 723 Academic Scholarships

Eligibility Criteria:

• Be studying, or accepted to study, in one of the following fields:
  • Engineering
  • Science
  • Computer Science
  • Aviation Technology
• Be a resident of Ventura County
• Possess a minimum grade point average of 3.0 or equivalent
• Be enrolled or accepted in an accredited institution of higher learning. This includes community colleges, colleges, or universities
• Be willing to be interviewed by the EAA Chapter 723 Scholarship Committee at its offices in Camarillo

Award:  $4,000

Application link: https://www.eaa723.org/scholarships/

Deadline:  May 31, 2025

Hospital Association of Southern California Health Care Scholarship Program

About:

In recent years, the COVID-19 pandemic and racial and social justice movements have reinforced the vital need for health equity, inclusion and high-quality care for all populations. In order to achieve equity, the health field requires workers with a wide range of backgrounds, skills, and interests. With this fact in mind, Communities Lifting Communities is offering programs to encourage HASC member hospital employees to pursue their career goals. The program is open to all employees, based on available funding; preference will be given to those from communities historically underrepresented in health care.

Undergraduate Scholarship Program: assists high-achieving students enrolled in programs leading to a health care degree at accredited California colleges. Examples of approved programs include but are not limited to RN to BSN, radiologic technology, medical laboratory technology and more. Non-clinical degrees are also eligible. Recipients receive $2,500 for the academic year, sent directly to the college or university.

Eligibility Criteria: 

• Applicants must be employed by a HASC member hospital for at least one year/12 months and enrolled in an approved training program for at least one full semester or quarter.
• To apply for an undergraduate or graduate scholarship, you must include the following documents with your submission:
• Transcript showing a 2.7 GPA (3.0 or above preferred).
• Documentation from a HASC member hospital confirming you have been employed for at least one year.
• Program acceptance letter from a California educational institution that includes your student ID number, the complete institution name and address, and the name and title of a contact person authorized to receive award funds.
• Personal statement describing your reason(s) for choosing a health care career and your professional goals.
• One (1) reference letter required from a leader or department head at your hospital, a mentor or a coach who can attest to your work ethics and professional development. A reference letter supports the candidate’s application for the scholarship program. It must not come from a family member.
• One (1) recommendation letter required from your direct supervisor.  A recommendation letter is a general endorsement of the person’s character, knowledge and skills.

Award:  $2,500

Application link:  https://clcscholarships.hasc.org/

Deadline:  May 31, 2025

AJ Wang Foundation Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

• Be a graduating high school senior from an accredited high school with the goal to attend a community college and earn a degree or certification, and/or meet transfer requirement
• Be a resident or citizen of the United States of America and its territories or Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival (DACA) and/or Dream Act eligible
• Have a cumulative high school grade point average of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale
• Commit to enroll as a full-time (minimum of 12 units) student, without interruption, for the entire academic school year at one of the above-mentioned community colleges

Award:  Up to $3,000 per year, varies 

Application link: https://ajwangfoundation.org/scholarship/

Application Period: April 15, 2025 - June 01, 2025

Abbott & Fenner Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria: 

• Abbott & Fenner are committed to continuing our efforts at helping those who have the desire and ambition to succeed.
• The A&F Scholarships are available to all high school juniors and seniors as well as all students currently registered in any accredited post secondary institution.
• To apply for the Abbott & Fenner Scholarship, submit an original essay between 500 and 1000 words on the following topic:
  • Essay Prompt: Describe your educational career and life goals. Explain your plan for achieving these goals. Include your degree/major, why you selected it, and how this degree/major will help you achieve your goals.

Award: $1,000

Apply: https://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.php

Deadline: June 10, 2025
 

California LGBTQ Founation Scholarships

Eligibility Criteria:

• All California residents may apply and will be considered.
• Applicants must be enrolled full time (12 units) in an accredited California college for the 2025-2026 academic year.
• Applicants may be undergraduate, graduate, or PhD students.
• Applicants may be incoming or continuing students.
• Eligible students must identify within the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, or Queer (LGBTQ+) community.

Award:  14 one-time awards for $5,000 & 1 one-time award for $10,000

Application link: https://calgbtfoundation.org/scholarship

Deadline: June 30, 2025

Recurring: Annually

Calvin Rosser Elevate Mental Health Awareness Scholarship

Eligibility criteria:

• Must be a current high school, undergraduate, or graduate school student.
• Must have personally experienced challenges with mental health or have had people close to them who have experienced mental health challenges.
• Must be attending school in the United States.
• All GPAs will be considered.
• All majors are encouraged to apply.

Award:  $500

Link to apply:  https://calvinrosser.com/scholarships/mental-health-awareness/

Deadline:  June 30, 2025

Live it Up Women in Healthcare Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

• Women pursuing a degree in the healthcare field:  public health, medicine, healthcare administration, nursing, etc.
• High school seniors, undergraduate and graduate students
• U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident

Award:  $1,000, multiple winners may be awarded

Application link: https://letsliveitup.com/blogs/supergreens/best-super-greens-powders#scholarship

Deadline:  July 1, 2025

Scholarship Institute’s Annual Women’s Leadership Scholarship

Eligibility criteria: 

• Open to all female-identifying, high school seniors, undergraduate, and graduate students. Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident.

Award:  $500

Application Link:  https://scholarshipinstitute.org/best-career-aptitude-tests-for-you/#scholarship 

Application deadline:  July 1, 2025

Recurring:  Annually

California Nurses Foundation: Sandra R Spaulding Memorial Scholarship 

Eligibility Criteria: 

• Applicant must be enrolled in the second year of a two-year accredited Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program.
• Applicant must be enrolled in a nursing program located in one of the following states: AL, AZ, CA, CO, DC, FL, GA, IA, IL, KS, KY, LA, MD, ME, MO, NV, NC, NY, OH, TX, and WV
• The scholarship is intended to encourage ethnic and socio-economic diversity in nursing.

Award: Varies 

Application link: https://www.nationalnursesunited.org/cnf-scholarships

Deadline: July 15, 2025

Los Defensores Hispanic Education Scholarships

Partnered with the Jaime and Blanca Jarrin Foundation

Eligibility Criteria: 

• Currently enrolled at a California-based school with interests in Journalism, Communications, or Law
• Minimum GPA: 3.0
• Community Service in the Hispanic Community preferred 

Award: Varies between $12,500 grants for current law students and five $5,000 grants for undergraduate students

Apply:   https://www.losdefensores.com/scholarship/

Timeline:

• Applications Open: June 23, 2025
• Submissions Due: July 20, 2025
   

VNutrition & Wellness' Annual LGBTQ+ Vitality Scholarship    

Eligibility Criteria:

• Open to all high school seniors, undergraduate, and graduate students that identify as part of  the LGBTQ+ community
• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident

Award: $1,000

Application link: https://www.vnutritionandwellness.com/best-greens-supplements/#scholarship

Deadline: July 29, 2025

Recurring: Annually
 

MPOWER Financing Global Citizen Scholarship for International/DACA Students  

Eligibility criteria:

• Be accepted at, or enrolled in, a full-time degree program at a U.S. or Canadian school that MPOWER supports, and
• Be an international student allowed to legally study in the U.S. or Canada, as applicable:
• For study in the U.S., this means that the applicant meets one of these criteria:
  • Has a valid visa that permits study in the U.S.
  • Is protected under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)
  • Is a U.S. permanent resident (Green Card holder)

Award:  

• Grand Prize: $8,000
• First Runner-Up: $2,000
• Second Runner-Up: $1,000

Link to apply:  https://www.mpowerfinancing.com/scholarships/global-citizen 

Deadline:  July 31, 2025

Recurring: Annually

MPOWER Financing Women in STEM Scholarship for International/DACA Students  

Eligibility criteria:

• Scholarship for women in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) field
• Be accepted at, or enrolled in, a full-time degree program at a U.S. or Canadian school that MPOWER supports, and
• Be an international student allowed to legally study in the U.S. or Canada, as applicable:
• For study in the U.S., this means that the applicant meets one of these criteria:
  • Has a valid visa that permits study in the U.S.
  • Is protected under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)
  • Is a U.S. permanent resident (Green Card holder)

Award:  

• Grand Prize: US$5,000
• First Runner-Up: US$2,000
• Second Runner-Up: US$1,000

Link to apply:  https://www.mpowerfinancing.com/scholarships/women-in-stem 

Deadline:  July 31, 2025

Recurring: Annually

Calvin Rosser Elevate Women in Technology Scholarship   

Eligibility criteria:

• Must be a current high school or college student.
• Must be a woman.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent legal resident
• All GPAs will be considered.
• All majors are encouraged to apply.

Award:  $500

Link to apply:  https://calvinrosser.com/scholarships/women-in-technology/

Deadline:  July 31, 2025
 

Calvin Rosser A Daring Path No-Essay Scholarship 

Eligibility criteria:

• All students and non-students from any field of study.
• Ages 14+ and attending school in the US.
• All GPAs will be considered.
• All majors are encouraged to apply.

Award:  $1,000

Link to apply:  https://calvinrosser.com/scholarships/a-daring-path-scholarship/

Deadline:  July 31, 2025

Learner Calculus Scholarship

Eligibility criteria: 

• Students studying a STEM major
• High school seniors, undergraduate or graduate students
• U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident

Award:  $500

Application link:  https://www.learner.com/math-tutoring/calculus#calculus-scholarship

Deadline: August 1, 2025

• Big Future - https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/scholarship-search
• Best Colleges - Political Science resources - https://www.bestcolleges.com/careers/humanities-and-social-sciences/political-science/
• Bold.org - California Scholarships - https://bold.org/scholarships/by-state/california-scholarships/
• Fastweb - Create a profile and let fastweb do the search for you! https://www.fastweb.com/
• IEFA - IEFA (International Education Financial Aid) is the premier resource for financial aid, college scholarship and grant information International Students  https://www.iefa.org/
• Immigrants Rising: scholarships & fellowships for DREAMers. DACA and AB540 students should check out their other resources in addition to scholarships! https://immigrantsrising.org/resource/list-of-scholarships-and-fellowships/
• Latino Scholarships from Scholarships.com - https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarships-by-type/minority-scholarships/latino-scholarships
• Point Foundation LGBTQ+ Scholarship Fund https://pointfoundation.org/
• Scholarship360 - https://scholarships360.org/scholarships/search/
• Super College - https://supercollege.com/
• UNCF Scholarships - Provides scholarships, programs, internships and fellowships for African American students - https://scholarships.uncf.org/s/pre-login-welcome-page
• UniGo - One account with scholarships, colleges, internships, careers and more - https://www.unigo.com/scholarships#/from
• University HQ - Education specific scholarships - https://universityhq.org/paying-for-college/scholarships/degree-specific/#education 

Ventura County Community Foundation Scholarships 

About: This program is for any student in Ventura County. There are over 400 scholarships available with over $1.5 million awarded annually. Applications accepted November 8, 2024 - January 15, 2025, Winners announced May 2025

Award:  Varies by scholarship 

Link to apply:  https://vccf.org/scholarships/student-applicants/ Click through to open a VCCF account and apply. 

Application Deadline: January 15, 2025

Recurring: Annually

Scholarship Scam Alert! 

There are many businesses who would like to sell you the opportunity for them to search for scholarships  for you.  They will promise to locate several sources of scholarships which you qualify for.  Be aware! 

Below are scholarship scam warning signs: 

• The fee - The best rule of thumb:  financial aid should never cost you.  Never invest anything beyond the cost of a postage stamp in search for scholarships.
• The "money-back guarantee" - especially if the company tries to 'guarantee' that you will win an award.
• Credit card verification - if they ask for a checking account or credit card information for 'verification' or to 'confirm eligibility', stop listening.  Scammers use this ploy to get your financial information and then drain your account or run up charges on your credit card.