
Procedures for obtaining scholarships
Scholarships are private funds awarded to students who meet specific criteria set by the donor(s). The criteria can be as specialized as the donor(s) may choose and, consequently, are competitive. Frequently used criteria include: academic performance, community service, ancestry, career/profession, race, religion, gender, and specialized skills or talents.
Research/Network places to look for scholarships
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Counseling Office/Career Center
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Bulletin boards
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Daily school bulletins or public announcements
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Special scholarship bulletins/school website
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Teachers and counselors
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School library and internet
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Fellow students
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Scholarship handbooks or guides
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Social Media
Scholarship Websites:
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The Ultimate Moving Guide for International Students | MYMOVE
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https://www.maldef.org/leadership/scholarships/ (for undocumented student)
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Study.com - Financial Aid & Scholarships for Children of Incarcerated Parents
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A Guide to Financial Aid and College Scholarships for Foster Care Youth | Study.com
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Study.com - College & Scholarship Guide for Rural Students
Cal-SOAP San Diego Scholarship List-sorted by deadline
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American Association of Colleges of Nursing: various scholarships and deadlines
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Big Future Scholarships from College Board: rolling deadlines, grades 10, 11, 12
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GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship due early January annually
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Ron Brown Scholarship due early January annually and early November
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Jackie Robinson Scholarship due January 9, 2025
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Bank of America Student Leaders Internship due January 17, 2025
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California Association of Collectors Scholarship due January 31, 2025
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Cancer for College Scholarships due January 31, 2025
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Camp Cinder due January 31, 2025
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Cybersecurity Scholarships: various deadlines February-June
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Engineer Girl Writing Contest due February 1, 2025
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McDonald’s HACER National Scholarship due February 6, 2025
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SD County Ford Dealers Salute to Education Scholarship due February 14, 2025
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Hispanic Scholarship Fund due February 15, 2025
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Water Industry Specific Scholarships: various spring deadlines annually Feb-May
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ACWA Water Resources Scholarship due date?? Feb/March annually?
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Asian/Pacific Fund Scholarships: various due dates Feb-April annually
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Horatio Alger Undergraduate Scholarship due March 1, 2025
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Beauty and Wellness Professional Scholarship due March 1, 2025
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Foundation 649 Scholarship due March 1, 2025
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Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation due March 1, 2025
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Tall Club Scholarship due March 1, 2025
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Children of Warriors Scholarship due March 1, 2025
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American Chemical Society Scholars due March 1, 2025
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Create-a-Greeting Card Scholarship due March 3, 2025
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San Diego Foundation Common Scholarship due March 5, 2025
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North Island Credit Union Scholarship due March 7, 2025
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San Diego Association of Black Journalists Scholarship due March 14, 2025
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San Diego Symphony High School Ambassadors Program due March 15, 2025
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The Paula B and Oliver W Jones Foundation Scholarships due March 15, 2025
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Bea Gonzales Biliteracy Scholarship due March 21, 2025
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San Diego Education Fund Scholarships due March 24, 2025
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Courageous Persuaders Video Contest Scholarship due March 24, 2025
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American Legion Legacy Scholarship due March 27, 2025
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Asian and Pacific Islander Scholarship due March 28, 2025
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Reel Voices Filmmaking Scholarship due March 28, 2025
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BECA Foundation Scholarship due March 30, 2025
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Cal Coast Cares Scholarship due March 31, 2025
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Jessie Klicka Foundation Scholarship due March 31, 2025
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San Diego Chinese Women’s Association Scholarship due March 31, 2025
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National Federation of the Blind Scholarship due March 31, 2025
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Mesothelioma Scholarship due March 31, 2025
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Asian Pacific Community Fund Scholarships (Cathay Bank and State Bank of India): due April 21, 2025
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American Nuclear Society “Incoming Freshman” Scholarship due April 1, 2025
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Elizabeth Nash CF Scholarship due April 1, 2025
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La Mesa Woman’s Club Scholarship due April 3, 2025
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The Lanford Family Highway Worker Memorial Scholarship due April 4, 2025
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Scripps Research High School Summer Internship Program due April 4, 2025
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Buffalo Soldiers Scholarship due April 5, 2025
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Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. San Diego Alumnae Chapter Scholarship due April 6, 2025
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RCD Conservation Scholarship due April 13, 2025
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Don Diego Scholarship due April 15, 2025
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Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes due April 15, 2025
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PSWC Art Scholarship due April 15, 2025
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Taiwanese American Foundation of San Diego County Scholarship due April 15, 2025
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San Diego County Citizens’ Scholarship Foundation due April 18, 2025
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Cathay Bank and State Bank of India Scholarships due April 21, 2025
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AR Gurrey Jr. Surf Photography Contest due April 23, 2025
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Thurgood Marshall College Fund Scholarships due April 25, 2025
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Stellantis Drive for Design Contest due April 25, 2025
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La Jolla Rotary Scholarship due April 27, 2025
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National STEM Excellence Scholarship due April 28, 2025
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Wheelhouse Credit Union Scholarships due April 30, 2025
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SDSU Robotics Camp due April 30, 2025
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AISES Scholarships due April 30, 2025
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E-Waste Scholarship due April 30, 2025
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Mattis Law Making Waves Scholarship due April 30, 2025
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Epilepsy Foundation of San Diego Scholarship due May 1, 2025
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Ivey Engineering Scholarship due May 1, 2025
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SeniorCare.com Aging Matters Scholarship due May 15, 2025
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Steps for Change Wealth by Health Scholarship due May 16. 2025
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American Indian Scholarships due May 31, 2025
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VIDA Scholarship for LGBTQ+ LatinX students due May 31, 2025
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Future Construction Leaders Scholarships: various deadlines
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Stuck at Prom Scholarship Contest due June 4, 2025
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Horatio Alger Career & Technical Scholarship due June 15, 2025
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AMN/HCC Healthcare Scholarship due June 30 annually
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PixelPlex Bi-Annual STEM Scholarship due June and December
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Minecraft Scholarship due July 31, 2025
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BBC Ethical Torch Essay Scholarship due August 11, 2025
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California Peace Officers’ Memorial Scholarship due September 1 annually
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Beauty and Wellness Professional Scholarship due September 1, 2025
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Coca Cola Scholarship due annually in September
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Headway’s Book Lovers Scholarship due September 15, 2025
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Shout It Out Scholarship due September 30, 2025
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Scholarship America Dream Award due October annually
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US Bank Student Scholarship due October annually
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VFW Voice of Democracy Scholarship due October 31 annually
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Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship due October 31, 2025
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Ron Brown Scholarship due early January annually and early November
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Science Ambassador Scholarship opens annually in fall
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PixelPlex Bi-Annual STEM Scholarship due June and December