California scholarships - Jan '25
Updated Jan 28, 2025Apply below to the best California scholarships for January 2025.
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John Bessemer Memorial Scholarship
San Diego County • California • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The John Bessemer Memorial Scholarship offers $2,000 to LGBTQ+ students in San Diego County with specific GPA requirements.
Deadline:
March 15, 2025
Oportun Scholarship Program
Harris County • California • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Oportun Scholarship Program offers $2,000 awards to California students based on academics, leadership, and personal circumstances.
Deadline:
March 20, 2025
Santa Barbara P.E.O. Chapter HD Memorial Scholarship
Santa Barbara County • California • For Women • Freshmen
Santa Barbara P.E.O. Chapter HD offers a $3,500 scholarship for female seniors with a 3.0 GPA in Santa Barbara County.
Deadline:
February 4, 2025
SDEF STEM Scholarship
San Diego County • California • Food & Nutrition • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Health/Medical Technology • Industrial Engineering • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Materials Science • Mathematics • Mechanical Engineering • Meteorology • Nuclear Engineering • Physics • Science • STEM • Technology • Aerospace • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Astronomy • Aviation/Aeronautical • Biology • Chemical Engineering • Chemistry • Civil Engineering • Climate Sciences • Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Digital Communications/Media • Electrical Engineering • Electrical/Electronics • Energy • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • Freshmen
The SDEF STEM Scholarship provides $2,500 to San Diego high school seniors pursuing college in STEM fields.
Deadline:
March 24, 2025
SWE Golden Gate Section scholarships
San Mateo County • San Francisco County • Alameda County • Contra Costa County • Marin County • Lake County • Mendocino County • Napa County • Solano County • Sonoma County • California • Engineering • Computer Science • For Women • For Non-binary students • For Agender students • For Gender-fluid students • For Two-spirit students • For Trans Woman students • For Trans Man students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors
SWE Golden Gate Section offers scholarships up to $2,000 for women and underrepresented genders pursuing engineering or computer science.
Deadline:
April 11, 2025
Championing Ag Scholarship
Alaska • Arizona • California • Idaho • Montana • Oregon • Washington • Agriculture • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Animal-Related • Marine Biology/Sciences • Accounting • Finance • Technology • Computer Science • Manufacturing/Production • Horticulture • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Championing Ag Scholarship awards $2,500 to students in the West pursuing agriculture-related degrees. Apply with an essay and recommendation.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
William Male Foundation Scholarship
San Diego County • California • Arts • Film • Fashion • Studio Arts • Theatre/Performing Arts • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The William Male Foundation Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for artists in San Diego pursuing formal arts training.
Deadline:
December 31, 2025
David Armanasco Scholarship
California • Food & Nutrition • Food Sciences & Technology • Restaurant/Culinary/Food Services • Hospitality • Travel & Tourism
The David Armanasco Scholarship offers up to $2,500 for students in food service or hospitality, prioritizing Monterey County residents.
Deadline:
March 15, 2025
Long Beach Community Foundation's scholarships
Long Beach • California • Freshmen
Long Beach Community Foundation offers scholarships averaging $2,000 for local students based on merit, need, and activities.
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
Child Care Assistance Scholarship
Marin County • California • Family • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Child Care Assistance Scholarship in Marin County helps parents pay for daycare while attending college, offering $250+ in support.
Deadline:
May 1, 2025
The Reagan Presidential Foundation Scholars Program
California • Freshmen
The Reagan Scholars Program awards $50,000 in scholarships to Ventura County seniors with leadership skills and a 3.0 GPA.
Deadline:
January 31, 2025
eQuality Scholarship Collaborative
California • Medicine • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors
eQuality Scholarship Collaborative offers $6,000 to California students for LGBT community service. Apply with an essay and references.
Deadline:
January 31, 2025
Community Foundation Santa Cruz County Scholarships
Santa Cruz County • California • Freshmen • Sophomores
Community Foundation Santa Cruz offers scholarships up to $20,000 for local students based on merit and need. One application required.
Deadline:
January 31, 2025
El Dorado Community Foundation Scholarships
El Dorado County • California • Freshmen
El Dorado Community Foundation offers scholarships up to $9,000 for local students based on merit, need, or activities.
Deadline:
February 1, 2025
Scholarship Foundation of Santa Barbara General Scholarship
Santa Barbara County • California • Sophomores • Seniors • Juniors • Freshmen
The Scholarship Foundation of Santa Barbara offers merit and need-based scholarships for local students, starting at $250.
Deadline:
February 19, 2025
Community Foundation of Mendocino County Scholarships
Mendocino County • California • Freshmen
The Community Foundation of Mendocino County offers over $380,000 in scholarships annually, with awards up to $20,000 for local students.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Humboldt Area Foundation & Wild Rivers Community Foundation
Humboldt County • Del Norte County • Trinity County • Curry County • California • Oregon • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
HAF + WRCF offers 180+ scholarships for California and Oregon students. Apply online for awards up to $10,000!
Deadline:
March 3, 2025
Community Foundation of the Verdugos Scholarships
Burbank • Glendale • Foothill Farms • Foothill Ranch • La Crescenta-Montrose • La Canada Flintridge • California • Freshmen
The Community Foundation of the Verdugos offers scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 3, 2025
The San Diego Foundation Scholarships
San Diego County • California • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The San Diego Foundation offers scholarships up to $5,000 for local students based on merit, need, and activities. One application for 130 awards.
Deadline:
March 5, 2025
Coastal Community Foundation Scholarships
San Diego County • California • Freshmen
Coastal Community Foundation offers scholarships up to $3,000 for San Diego County high school seniors. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 5, 2025
Community Foundation of the North State Scholarships
Redding • Weed • Shasta County • Siskiyou County • Tehama County • Trinity County • Modoc County • Butte County • Glenn County • Humboldt County • Lassen County • Mendocino County • Plumas County • Colusa County • Contra Costa County • Del Norte County • Fresno County • Kern County • Lake County • Merced County • Nevada County • Placer County • Sacramento County • San Francisco County • San Mateo County • Sonoma County • Stanislaus County • Sutter County • Tulare County • Yolo County • Yuba County • California • Freshmen
The Community Foundation of the North State offers 226 scholarships up to $1,500 for northern California students based on merit and need.
Deadline:
March 13, 2025
Stanislaus Community Foundation Scholarships
Stanislaus County • California • High school • Freshmen
Stanislaus Community Foundation offers $3,500+ scholarships for high school seniors and college freshmen in Stanislaus County.
Deadline:
March 14, 2025
Community Foundation for Monterey County Scholarships
Monterey County • California • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Apply for scholarships up to $5,000 for Monterey County students. Visit our website for details and to match with available scholarships!
Deadline:
March 15, 2025
Carol Chorbajian Scholarship Fund
California • Food & Nutrition • Food Sciences & Technology • Restaurant/Culinary/Food Services • Hospitality • Travel & Tourism
The Carol Chorbajian Scholarship Fund offers up to $2,500 for students in food service or hospitality, prioritizing Monterey County residents.
Deadline:
March 15, 2025
PFLAG San Diego County Scholarships
San Diego County • California • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students • Freshmen
PFLAG San Diego County offers scholarships over $2,000 for LGBTQ+ residents with GPA requirements and an essay submission.
Deadline:
March 15, 2025
FAQ
Yes, many California scholarships are legitimate and offered by reputable organizations, schools, and foundations. It's important to research each scholarship to ensure its authenticity.
It's advisable to start applying for California scholarships as early as possible, ideally during your junior year of high school or the first year of college. Many scholarships have deadlines that fall in the spring or summer.
California scholarships are financial awards designed to help students in California pay for their education. These scholarships can be based on various criteria, including academic achievement, financial need, community service, and specific demographics.
Yes, you can apply for multiple California scholarships. In fact, applying for several scholarships can increase your chances of receiving financial aid for your education.
Resources for California scholarships
University of California, Santa Barbara financial aid: a complete guide
Learn about University of California, Santa Barbara financial aid, including information about scholarships, loans, and grants.
University of California, San Diego financial aid: a complete guide
Do you want to attend UCSD, but you’re wondering how you’ll pay for it? Read our complete guide on UCSD financial aid.
CSUEB financial aid: a complete guide
Learn everything you need to know about financial aid at CSUEB.
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