We update this page with external scholarship information periodically. Check back in regularly to explore the opportunities available to you.
Note: These scholarships are offered by external organizations and are not funded or managed by Moorpark College or the Moorpark College Foundation. We’ve listed these resources to help you begin your search. While the college does not endorse or guarantee any of the scholarships, students are encouraged to review eligibility and requirements carefully. The Scholarship Office is happy to provide guidance and support if you’d like additional help navigating these opportunities.
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Off-Campus Scholarships
This page was last updated: September 25, 2025
Scholarships are listed by their application due dates, from earliest to latest.
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
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
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Buenaventura Scholarship
Eligibility criteria:
- Be enrolled in a 2- or 4-year college in Ventura County
- Be working toward a degree in engineering or a related technical field
- Have completed at least one full year of college
- Have a 3.0 GPA or higher
Award: $1,000, two recipients will be selected
Link to apply: https://www.ieee-bv.org/ieee-bv-scholarship-program/
Deadline: October 22, 2025
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.
Application will open October 29, 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: TBA
Recurring: Annually
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.
Application Period: February 01, 2025 - October 30, 2025 - Awards on first come, first serve basis
San Fernando Valley Audubon Society College Scholarships
Eligibility criteria:
- Open to college students and accepted high school seniors, ages 17–30
- Must be enrolled in or accepted to an academic program related to SFVAS mission (conservation, ornithology, etc.)
- Must have resided in the SFVAS area within the last 12 months
- Recipients are asked to attend at least one SFVAS outing; Consider joining the Christmas Bird Count or Birdathon
Award: $1,000, 5recipients will be selected
Link to apply: https://sfvaudubon.org/scholarships/
Deadline: November 30, 2025
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
San Fernando Valley Iris Society Scholarship
Eligibility Criteria: Currently enrolled in or accepted to a certificate, undergraduate, or graduate program in Plant Biology, Landscape Design, or a related certificate program.
Expectations:
- Work with the San Fernando Valley Iris Society (SFVIS) during the year.
- Attend one in-person meeting.
- Participate in at least one market sale activity.
Award: $1,000, two recipients will be chosen
Application: https://sanfernandovalleyirissociety.org/scholarship
Deadline: November 30, 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
SageIT Scholarship “Zero Trust in the Age of AI: Rethinking Identity and Access Management for the Next Decade"
Eligibility Criteria:
Sage IT, a leader in digital business transformation and optimization, is offering university and college students a scholarship opportunity of $1000. We believe you deserve assistance as you make the exciting decision to invest in your future. The challenge to win this scholarship is an article writing contest on the topic: “Zero Trust in the Age of AI: Rethinking Identity and Access Management for the Next Decade"
Applicants must:
- Be US Citizens or Legal Residents over 17 years old and under 30 years old
- Be regular or part-time college students
- Be enrolled in a recognized college/university within the United States
Award: $1,000
Apply: https://sageitinc.com/scholarship
Deadline: December 07, 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
Pioneer Military Credit Military Spouse Scholarship
Eligibility Criteria:
- 18 years of age or older (as of January 1, 2026)
- Legally married spouse of an Active-Duty, National Guard, or Reserve service member (as of January 1, 2026)
- Currently enrolled or accepted to be enrolled in an accredited college, university, or technical/vocational school in January of 2026
- Pursuing a degree or certificate program (associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral equivalent degrees or technical/vocational program certificate/diploma)
Award: $1,000
Application link: https://pioneermilitarycredit.com/military-spouse-scholarship/
Deadline: December 31, 2025
California Association of Winegrape Growers High School Senior Scholarship
Eligibility criteria:
- Only children with a parent or legal guardian employed by a California winegrape grower during the current or past growing season are eligible to apply.
- You must be a currently graduating high school senior.
- Students currently enrolled in college are not eligible to apply.
Award: varies between $500 - $8,000
Link to apply: https://cawgfoundation.org/
Deadline: February 27, 2026
Recurring: Annually
Surety Bond Authority Scholarship Program 2026
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/surety-bond-authority-scholarship-2026/
Deadline: April 06, 2026
Recurring: Annually
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
Submission Business Law Live Like Alex Scholarship
At Sumsion Business Law, we believe in investing in the next generation of leaders who live with integrity, service, and a commitment to bettering their communities. To honor the legacy of Alex Lawrence Johnson, we proudly offer the annual Live Like Alex Scholarship. This scholarship supports students who, like Alex, lead with compassion, serve others, and stand firm in their values.
Eligibility Criteria:
Current, full-time students enrolled at accredited two- or four-year colleges or universities within the United States. All majors are welcome, with special encouragement for applicants who demonstrate:
- Leadership
- Community Service
- Integrity
- Dedication to family
Award: $2,000
Application link: https://www.businesslawutah.com/live-like-alex-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:
- Download and fill out the application
- 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
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
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
Explore More
General Databases
These databases are a great place to begin your scholarship search. They allow you to filter opportunities by field of study, demographics, educational goals, values, and more. If you’re just getting started, these sites can help you explore a wide variety of options and narrow down what’s right for you.
- Big Future
- Best Colleges Financial Planning & Scholarships
- Bold.org - California Scholarships
- Fastweb.com
- GoingMerry.com
- Scholarship360.org
- Scholarships.com
- Super College
- UniGo.com
- University HQ - Education specific scholarships
Demographic-Based Resources
Some scholarships are designed to support students based on identity or demographic background. While many general databases also offer filters to help you find these opportunities, the resources below highlight organizations that focus on specific communities.
Please note: These links are shared to assist with your search. By listing them here, Moorpark College does not specifically endorse these organizations.
- IEFA (International Education Financial Aid)
- Immigrants Rising: scholarships & fellowships for DREAMers. DACA and AB540 students should check out their other resources in addition to scholarships!
- Islamic Scholarship Fund
- Islamic Society of North America Scholarships
- Jewish Federation of Los Angeles
- JVS SoCal Scholarship - Jewish Vocational Services
- Korean American Scholarship Fund
- League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) Scholarships
- Los Angeles LGBT Center Scholarships
- Muslim Youth Leadership Awards Scholarship
- National Center for Learning Disabilities Scholarships
- Native Forward
- Neurodiversity Alliance Scholarship
- Point Foundation LGBTQ+ Scholarship Fund
- UNCF Scholarships - Provides scholarships, programs, internships and fellowships for African American students
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.
Application will open October 29, 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: TBA
Recurring: Annually
Scholarship Scam Alert!
Many businesses claim they can find scholarships for you—for a fee. They may promise to identify awards you qualify for or guarantee that you will receive funding. Be cautious!
Below are common warning signs of scholarship scams:
- Fees – Real scholarship searches shouldn’t cost more than a postage stamp (and that’s just if you need to mail something). If a company asks for an application fee, it’s a red flag.
- “Money-back guarantees” – No one can guarantee that you will win a scholarship. Be skeptical of any service that promises awards.
- Credit or bank account requests – If a company asks for checking account or credit card information to “verify” eligibility, stop immediately. Scammers use this information to steal money or make unauthorized charges.
- AI “Scholarship Helpers” – Some websites or apps claim AI can automatically find scholarships or draft applications for you. While AI can help brainstorm ideas or check grammar, it cannot replace your own judgment. Developing your own search skills lets you evaluate each opportunity in the context of your goals, deadlines, and workload — something no AI can fully do for you.
Disclaimer: These resources and warnings are provided for informational purposes only. Moorpark College and the Moorpark College Foundation do not endorse or guarantee any external scholarship services. Students are responsible for reviewing eligibility, legitimacy, and safety before engaging with any third-party scholarship service. The Scholarship Office is available to provide guidance if needed.