Scholarships

The Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship program assists high school seniors who have completed a computer science course and plan to continue their education by attaining a bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, computer engineering or other computer science related field of study from an accredited 4-year college or university.

Recipients of the award receive $10,000 per year (up to $40,000 total) at an accredited four-year college or university as well as a paid summer internship at Amazon after their freshman year of college.

Applicants to the Amazon Future Engineer Scholarships must:

• Be a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, or Employment Authorized to work in the United States
• Be a high school senior in the U.S. and be currently enrolled in, or have completed, a high school or college dual degree course where computer science is the subject. Applicants who have not taken a course can opt-in to taking an assessment offered by Amazon
• Be planning to attain a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, computer engineering or other computer science related field of study from an accredited 4-year college (or from a 2-year college and be intending to transfer to a 4-year college)
• Have a minimum grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or it's equivalent)
• Demonstrate financial need

Our Visionary Scholarship is now a bi-annual award. There are five (5) awards given with each bi-annual deadline - with a total of ten (10) college scholarships awarded for each school year. Awards range from $1,000 to $2,500 each and may be used at any institution of higher education in the US.

All high school students are eligible to apply – classes of 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026. Financial need is NOT considered. The application process is free, quick, and easy.

2023 - 2024 Award Year Fall Deadline: November 1, 2022 

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Our Visionary Scholarship is a bi-annual award. There are five (5) awards given with each bi-annual deadline - with a total of ten (10) college scholarships awarded for each school year. Awards range from $1,000 to $2,500 each. 

Only one application per student, per award deadline will be accepted.  Non-winners are eligible to re-register and re-apply for future awards – this includes the 2nd deadline of a school year.  There is absolutely no cost to apply and a student does not need to demonstrate financial need in order to be eligible.
Next bi-annual award deadline: June 1, 2023

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We provide scholarships to American Indian and Alaska Native college students seeking under- graduate and graduate degrees at tribal colleges, nonprofit, and accredited schools.

Eligibility

Any Native American U.S. Citizen that is a member or descendant of a state or federally recognized tribe with at least a 2.0 grade point average and enrolled as a full-time students can apply for a scholarship.

The Links, Incorporated is an international, non-profit corporation representing professional women of color.  Each year, The San Bernardino Valley Chapter of The Links, Incorporated awards scholarships to deserving high school seniors in San Bernardino and Riverside Counties who are of African-American ancestry and have chosen to pursue and complete a college education.

The link below opens a Google Form which includes guidelines and criteria, the application, essay prompt and other important information students will need to provide. 

Deadline: Friday, April 14, 2023

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Scholarship awards range from $2,500 one year awards to $20,000 multi-year awards. APIA Scholars has a special focus on supporting AANHPI students who:

• Live at or below the poverty line;
• Are in the first generation of their families to attend college;
• Are representative of the APIA community’s diversity, (geographically and ethnically}, especially those ethnicities that have been underrepresented on college campuses due to limited access and opportunity

Strong applicants also have an emphasis on community service and leadership.

Your education doesn’t end once you walk across that high school graduation stage. That’s why California State PTA has two scholarships to help the class of 2023 achieve your college dreams and life goals: $1,000 Volunteer Service Scholarship $500 Dr. Ralph E. White Graduating Senior Scholarship. The deadline for applications, reference forms/letters, and all supporting documents is February 1, 2023. Visit the www.capta.org website for additional details and the application link: 

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The California Jaycees Foundation Scholarship program provides scholastic funding to eligible High School Seniors who will continue their education at any accredited college or vocational school in the United States.  In 2023, four Scholarship awards will be given in increments of $1,000.

Three recipients of the California Jaycee Foundation scholarships will be forwarded to the United States JCI Senate Foundation Scholarship Program Review Committee for participation in that program as well, two (2) for secondary scholarships and one (1) for vocational/industrial.

2023 Scholarship application information is available

For more information, contact Sheri Menendez via email at scholarship@usjcisenate.org  or Mary Alessandra-Cook at cajcfscholarships@gmail.com

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The California Strawberry Scholarship Program was founded by growers to help California strawberry farmworkers or children of California strawberry farmworkers to further their educational and career goals. Funds awarded can be applied toward a scholastic or vocational program.

Primary Qualifications

• First time applicants must have a parent who is currently employed as a California strawberry fieldworker for the current and prior two harvest seasons (applicants may also qualify if they are employed as a California strawberry fieldworker)
• Full-time enrollment in a trade school, community college, four-year university, or graduate/professional program during the period for which the scholarship is requested
• Maintain a Grade Point Average of 2.0 or greater.

The California Association of Work Experience Educators will award several scholarships (up to $1,000 each) 
To be eligible: 

• You MUST be a senior currently enrolled in a Work Experience Education class and be scheduled to graduate high school by June 2023. 
• Your Work Experience Coordinator/Teacher MUST be a current member of CAWEE.
• You are a part-time employee of a local business OR trainee in a paid or unpaid internship during the 2022-2023 academic year. 
• Be able to describe how you are demonstrating a positive work ethic in your professional and academic careers. 
• Plan to be enrolled in a college or technical school by the Fall 2023 term following high school graduation. 

Visit the link below for more information and to access the scholarship application.

Deadline: 5:00 PM Monday, March 20, 2023

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It is scholarship season for The Claremont Area Chapter of The Links, Incorporated.  The Links, Incorporated is an international, non-profit corporation representing professional women of color.  Each year, The Claremont Area Chapter of The Links, Incorporated awards scholarships to deserving high school seniors from the local community who are of African-American ancestry and have chosen to pursue and complete a college education.

Attention high school and college students!

• Do you live within 30 miles of the city of Claremont?
• Do you need financial assistance for college?

If you are interested in applying for one of our scholarships, please click on the link below for additional information and the online application.

Deadline is 5PM PST on March 31, 2023.

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The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to graduating high school seniors. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities. 150 Coca-Cola Scholars are selected each year to receive this $20,000 scholarship.

Primary Qualifications

• Graduating high school senior attending a school in the U.S.
• U.S.Citizens, U.S. Nationals, U.S. Permanent Residents, Refugees, Asylees, Cuban-Haitian Entrants, or Humanitarian Parolees - based on the guidelines utilized by the U.S. Department of Education for Title IV Financial Aid eligibility
• Expecting to receive a high school diploma during the current academic year
• Planning to pursue a degree at an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution
• Able to verify a minimum overall 3.0 Grade Point Average in high school coursework

The D. Jain and S. Kapadia Foundation Fund provides financial assistance in the form of scholarships to outstanding graduating seniors at Upland High School who demonstrate motivation, perseverance and a sincere desire to gain an education. Recipients receive a scholarship award to a four-year accredited public or private university or college. The scholarship awards are outright grant awards. No services will be required as a consequence of receiving the award. Scholarship awards are for tuition, books, and education fees. The scholarship award is $2,000/recipient and provided to five (5) recipients.

Applicants will be selected based on the following:

• Financial need 
• Merit
• GPA of 3.5 or above (weighted) 
• Career or educational goal
• High school senior 
• Letters of recommendation
• Full time student 
• Community service

Please see the attached application for more details. 

Deadline: April 30, 2023

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The Dave & Mary Hjorth Family Endowment Fund Scholarship awards four one-time $5,000 scholarships to graduating seniors of Upland High School who will be attending an accredited four-year college or university. 

For more information, and to apply, please visit the link below. Scroll down to "More Scholarship Opportunities" and select "David and Mary Hjorth Family Endowment Fund Scholarship | Deadline: March 31, 2023"

The deadline is March 31, 2023

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Edison International has awarded more than $13.5 million in scholarships to 730 students through the Edison Scholars program since 2006.

MAKE COLLEGE POSSIBLE. LEAD FOR LIFE.

We’re helping to send the next generation of leaders to college. Will you be next?

The GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship offers $40,000 college scholarships for high school seniors nationwide
who showcase leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship. 

Application period: October 17, 2022-January 5, 2023, 3 p.m. CST

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The Heisman High School Scholarship is proud to continue its 28-year tradition of honoring the nation’s most esteemed high school seniors and supporting high school academic and athletic programs across the country. The program recognizes and rewards male and female high school seniors who accomplish tremendous feats in the classroom, on the field, and most importantly, within their communities. Winning a Heisman High School Scholarship requires a weighted GPA of 3.0 or better, participation in at least one sport, and demonstrated leadership at school and in the community. Go apply before the October 18, 2022 deadline. You must be nominated by your counselor to be considered.

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HSF empowers families with the knowledge and resources to successfully complete a higher education, while providing scholarships and support services to as many exceptional students as possible. Founded in 1975, HSF has awarded over $708 million in scholarships. HSF Scholars have access to valuable Scholar Support Services and, as funding permits, scholarships ranging from $500 to $5,000.

HSF awards more than $30 million in scholarships annually and, depending upon available funds, HSF Scholars may also be eligible to receive a scholarship, which ranges from $500-$5,000 and awarded directly to students

Eligibility:

• Must be 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 U.S., for the 2023-2024 academic year
• Submit the FAFSA or state-based financial aid forms (if applicable)

To get started, visit HSF.net and log into or create your myHSF profile to access the HSF Scholar Program Application
Deadline: February 15, 2023, 5:00 PM PT

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The Hispanic Heritage Foundation’s (HHF) 2022 Youth Awards educational grants program is now accepting applications! Our 24th Annual Youth Awards will award students who are in the graduating Class of 2023 with up to $4000 in educational grants to fund their higher education or to fund a community-based project.
 
Recipients will be selected for their accomplishments in the classroom, community, and for their excellence in various educational categories. Recipients will be celebrated at virtual ceremonies in the following categories: 

• Business & Entrepreneurship
• Community Service
• Education
• Engineering
• Green Sustainability
• Healthcare & Science
• Media & Entertainment
• Public Service & Social Justice
• Sports & Fitness
• Technology 

Applicants and recipients will become part of HHF’s network of 200,000+ professionals and funneled into its cycle of leadership pipeline, where we meet America's priorities in the classroom and workforce.
 
To be considered, students must meet the following criteria:

• Be currently enrolled in high school and graduating in the spring of 2023
• Must have a minimum unweighted 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale or 7.5 on a 10.0 scale
• Must enroll at an accredited higher education institution in 2023-2024
• Be of Hispanic heritage (includes Spain, Brazil, Philippines)
• If selected, attendance at the virtual ceremony is mandatory

The deadline to apply is November 13^th, 2022.

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Please contact us at info@hispanicheritage.org with any questions.

The Horatio Alger Association honors the achievements of outstanding individuals in our society who have succeeded in spite of adversity and who are committed to supporting young people in pursuit of increased opportunities through higher education.
To be eligible to apply for a Horatio Alger National or State Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be enrolled full time as a high school junior in the United States
• Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree at an accredited non-profit public or private institution in the United States
• Demonstrate critical financial need ($55,000 or lower adjusted gross family income is required)
• Be involved in co-curricular and community service activities
• Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity
• Maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0; and
• Be a United States citizen

The deadline to submit a completed application is March 15th, 2023.

PURPOSE:

To provide scholarships to deserving African American graduating seniors in the Inland Empire who are pursuing a post-secondary course of study at either a college or university.  

AWARD COMPONENTS:

Multiple $1000 scholarships and individual certificates awarded to students selected by the Inland Empire High School Black Graduation Scholarship Committee.

CRITERIA:

1. Be an African American student living in the Inland Empire area (San Bernardino/Riverside Counties).
2. Be a 2023 graduating high school senior.
3. Demonstrate positive impact on and involvement in the community.
4. Demonstrate high academic achievement or significant improvement over time.

Applications Open Online: January 16th- March 15th

MICHELLE'S PLACE SCHOLARSHIP

On behalf of Michelle's Place Cancer Resource Center to one selected individual in the Counties of Riverside or San Bernadino, and one selected individual in North San Diego County, who are in need of financial assistance for educational purposes and is a person affected by cancer.
Award Criteria

1. The candidate must be in need of financial assistance. 
2. The candidate must be affected by cancer, either personally or through a family member. 
3. The candidate must be seeking assistance to continue their education in a college or trade school. 
4. Candidate must live in Riverside, San Bernardino or North San Diego County. 

Award Amount: $1,000

SHANEN SKINNER PEARSON SCHOLARSHIP

The Shanen Skinner-Pearson Spirit of Life Scholarship is awarded to an individual who has been impacted by breast cancer to themselves or an immediate family member, and who has used the experience to inspire others and to live a more fulfilled life. 
Award Criteria

1. Candidate must have been impacted by breast cancer to themselves or an immediate family member. 
2. Must be used for continuing education only. 
3. Candidate must write an essay on how breast cancer has inspired them to help others and to change the way they experience life. 
4. Candidate must live in Riverside, San Bernardino or North San Diego County. 

Award Amount: $1,000    
Visit Michelle's Place for more information.

Michelle's Place

This opportunity aims to provide scholarships to deserving African American graduating seniors in the Inland Empire who are pursuing a post-secondary course of study at either a college or university. Multiple $1,000 scholarships and individual certificates will be awarded to students selected by the Inland Empire High School Black Graduation Scholarship Committee.

Criteria:

1. Be an African American student living in the Inland Empire area (San Bernardino/Riverside Counties)
2. Be a 2023 graduating high school senior
3. Demonstrate positive impact on, and involvement in the community
4. Demonstrate high academic achievement or significant improvement over time

The deadline is March 31, 2023

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The Orange County Chinese-American Chamber of Commerce Foundation (OCCACCF) is committed to supporting students who have succeeded both inside and outside of the classroom, but may not be able to attend college without financial assistance. We believe that investing in these promising students results in sustained, positive change for the individual scholars as well as the broader community. To this end, we grant $200,000 in scholarship awards across 10 students of Chinese descent every year. More information on eligibility is listed below.
 

Eligibility criteria:

• Demonstrate need for financial aid to continue higher education
• Graduating from a high school in Orange County, Los Angeles County, and other nearby cities in summer of 2023.
• Admitted to a community college, college or university by May 2023.
• At least one parent who is of Chinese descent.
• Cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 (non-weighted).

Deadline is Friday, March 31, 2023. 
 

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The Pablo Robertson Scholarship is awarded to two varsity scholar-athletes who have earned a minimum 3.50 GPA throughout high school, demonstrate a passion for Upland High School, have outstanding leadership qualities, display strong character, are highly respected by their teammates and coaches, and bring pride to Upland High School and the community of Upland by their words and actions. Each scholarship recipient will
receive a certificate, a plaque with their name engraved, and a check for one thousand dollars.

Deadline: Sunday, April 23rd 2023 at 11:59 PM

Finalists will be asked to interview the first week of May.

If you have any questions about the application, please email Ms. Sanchez.

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 The Ramos Family Scholarship provides financial assistance to deserving homeless youth (as defined per the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act), transitional, unaccompanied, foster or former foster youth, extended foster care youth, or other vulnerable youth; and, between the ages of 17 and 24 years old, enrolled and/or accepted at a community college or university or accredited vocation school.

Applicants must plan to attend a community college, university or accredited vocational school located in San Bernardino County.  Preference will be given to a Native American student, contingent upon all other qualifying criteria being met.

The 2022 Application Deadline is September 22, 2022. Please share this information with anyone you think might be interested.

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The Rotary Foundation and clubs invest in our future leaders and philanthropists by funding scholarships for undergraduate and graduate study.

The Links, Incorporated is an international, non-profit corporation representing professional women of color.  Each year, The San Bernardino Valley Chapter of The Links, Incorporated awards scholarships to deserving high school seniors in the local community who are of African-American ancestry and have chosen to pursue and complete a college education.

Attention high school and college students!

• Do you live within San Bernardino or Riverside County?
• Do you need financial assistance for college?

If you are interested in applying for one of our scholarships, please click on the link below for additional information and the online application.

Deadline is March 24, 2023.

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The Sons of Italy Western Foundation announces the availability of scholarships for graduating seniors from the class of 2023.
Scholarships are available for the following categories:

• Academic Awards for graduating high school seniors
• Italian Language Study Grants for graduating high school seniors for the summer of 2023
• Athletic Award for graduating high school seniors pursuing a career in sports or a sports related field

Requirements for the scholarship or student grant are as follows:

• Applicant MUST BE wholly or partially of Italian descent
• Applicant MUST BE enrolled in an accredited college, university or community college in the fall of 2023

Application forms are available online. Click on the link for Scholarships.

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For additional information, please contact Scholarship Committee Chairperson, Rosemarie Biagetti Vanderhaar at or call (626) 222-7768.
Submission must be postmarked by March 1, 2023!

Point Foundation (Point) is the nation’s largest higher education scholarship-granting organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) students. Point’s multifaceted support of its scholarship recipients (“scholars”) extends far beyond direct financial contribution toward the cost of their education. Each scholar is paired with a mentor and participates in leadership development programs and events.

The Tom Morales Memorial Scholarship was designed to recognize and support a female volleyball and softball player who demonstrates strong leadership qualities. Tom Morales was a loving father and passionate coach to his two daughters, Melissa and Heather. Both girls are alumni of UHS and former players of Upland's softball and volleyball programs. Tom also supported his community and all youth sports in Upland. In 2014 Heather and her family started this scholarship in her father's honor and are excited to see it continue.

DEADLINE: SUNDAY APRIL 7TH 11:59 PM

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UNCF has helped more than 500,000 students earn their college degrees since its founding. UNCF is the nation’s largest private scholarship provider to minority group members. Each year, we award more than $100 million in scholarships to students attending more than 1,100 schools across the country.

The College Student Pre-Commissioning Initiative (CPSI) program is designed for motivated individuals who demonstrate a high caliber of academic and leadership excellence and who desire to serve their country in the United States Coast Guard. Students who are accepted into this scholarship program will be enlisted into the United States Coast Guard, complete basic training during the summer, and receive full funding for up to two years of college.  Funding includes not only payment of tuition, books, and fees, but a full-time Coast Guard salary, housing allowance, and medical benefits.

To be eligible for the 2023 UTA Scholarship, the applicant must:

1. Be a graduating high school senior.
2. Be planning to pursue a college degree or credential for a teaching or education-related career in K-12 public education in an accredited institution of higher education as a full-time student by the next fall term.
3. Be a child of a UTA member or a senior in the Upland Unified School District.

If you meet the requirements and apply for the scholarship, you must submit to the Scholarship Committee a complete transcript of your educational history from grade 10 through first semester of grade 12 with the completed scholarship application along with
the required letters of recommendation. All information received will be held strictly confidential and for the committee's use only.

The scholarship will be awarded prior to the end of the school year.

Scholarship applications are attached. All applications and required documents must be emailed to the UTA office
Deadline April 28, 2023.

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EWAC Water Scholarship Program (Applications due 2/9): High school seniors are invited to apply for a $2,000 scholarship from the Water Education Water Awareness Committee (WEWAC). 

Purpose

In 2014, the Water Education Water Awareness Committee (WEWAC) established the "WEWAC Water Scholar Program" in order to promote water awareness through education programs. The Water Scholar Program provides financial support to high school seniors planning to attend a two or four-year college in the following school year.

Scholarship Amount

$2,000 payable to an educational institution upon proof of enrollment.

Who can Apply?

High school seniors living or attending school in the collective WEWAC service area and planning to attend a two or four-year college the following school year.

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

• Member of the WEWAC member agencies service area senior class
• Current GPA of 2.5 or higher
• Planning to attend a two or four-year college in the following school year
• Must submit a complete application, including an essay by the deadline

Essay Rules

Applicants must submit an essay that addresses the following prompt:

Topic: 

What do you think is the greatest threat to our water supplies in Southern California over the next 25 years? Why? How would you address those threats?

Essay must meet the following format requirements:

• Length: 1,000-1,500 words
• Text: Typed/word-processed, Times New Roman font, 12-point size, double-spaced lines
• Page: White paper, 1" margins on all four sides, numbered pages
• Title: Provide an original title for your essay (i.e., do not use the prompt as your title)
• Header: Provide a header that includes your full name, date, and scholarship name

Essay will be judged based on the following criteria:

• Focus on topic
• Creativity & Originality
• Grammar
• Presentation