Niche $50,000 Back to School "No Essay" Scholarship"
Deadline: September 30, 2022
Sponsor: Niche
Award Amount: $50,000
Key Info: The $50,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is an easy scholarship with no essay required! Only one entry allowed per person.  The winner will be determined by random drawing and then contacted directly and announced in Niche's e-newsletter and on the Scholarship Winners page.
Requirements: 

  • Open to all current and prospective students.
  • Entrants must be a legal resident of the United States.
For More Info: Visit Niche for more information on detailed rules and eligibility.
To Apply: Visit here to apply!

Presidential Pioneer Award
Deadline: applications available through early April
Sponsor: CSUEB Financial Aid
Award Amount: $10,000 per academic year
Key Info:The Presidential Pioneer Scholarship provides flexible support to Cal State East Bay students. The scholarship is renewable for up to three years (for incoming freshmen) and one year (for incoming transfers), at $10,000 per academic year, provided full-time enrollment and GPA are maintained.
​Requirements:  
*Be admitted to Cal State East Bay for the upcoming Academic Term
* Have a high school GPA of 3.50 or higher (if incoming Freshman)
* Have a transfer GPA of 2.7 or higher (if incoming Junior transfer)
* Submit two letters of recommendations from an instructor, teacher, counselor, or administrator
* Submit a 500-word essay on how you exhibit one or more of the following characteristics outlined below:
*Academic success, or potential to excel academically
*Demonstrated leadership skills or aspirations
*Qualities that have resulted in success dealing with a major life challenge, volunteer experience, or a passion for helping others
For More Information: Visit Financial Aid or email finaid@csueastbay.edu
To Apply: Visit Scholarship Universe Portal to apply!

Tocris Scholarship Program
Deadline: 12/8/22 
Sponsor: Tocris
Award Amount: $1,500
Key Info: Tocris is proud to support students who are pursuing a science related field of study (Life Science, Medical Science, Health Science). The Tocris Scholarship Program has been established to award a $1,500 scholarship (or international currency equivalent) twice a year for the fall and spring semesters.
This scholarship is open to students accepted/enrolled in a college/university/institute within US, Canada and European Countries who are pursuing a science related field of study (Life Science, Medical Science, Health Science).
Requirements:
*The eligibility criteria include that the student is enrolled in a university and plan to pursue a science-related degree in the US/Canada and European Countries.
*The eligible countries in which you must be studying are:
 Andorra, Austria, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Moldova, Monaco, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom and United States
*If you are currently enrolled or accepted at a university you are eligible to apply and the scholarship committee will send the check directly to the university listed in the application.
*The accepted majors are those that are related to biology, dental, chemistry, nursing, and the medical field.
*Both full-time and part-time students are eligible to apply.
For More Info and to Apply: Visit Tocris for information and to apply.

​Diamond Mansion Awards Bi-Yearly Scholarships
Deadline: 9/30/22
Sponsor: Diamond Mansion
Award Amount:$1,000
Key Info: Diamond Mansion is a diamond jewelry manufacturer based in Los Angeles, helping clients all over the world customize and design their dream diamond engagement rings.
They offer a bi-yearly $1,000 scholarship for students either already enrolled or planning to enroll in an accredited college, university, or technical/career/online/trade school. In order to be eligible, the applicants should be engaged to get married in the near future.
The main requirement for the application is writing a maximum 500 words essay describing how an undergraduate or graduate application can better prepare someone to become a life partner and/or a parent.
One winner will be selected twice per year, in fall and in spring. The deadline for the fall application is September 30, 2022 and Diamond Mansion will notify the winner within fourteen business days after the deadline. The funding will be awarded directly to the student.
Requirements: 
*Applicants must be legal residents of the United States or international students with valid visas
*They must be either applying to or currently enrolled in a two- or four-year college, university, or technical/career/online school based in the United States
*They must be engaged to get married
*Previous winners of this scholarship are not eligible to apply
For More Info: Visit listofshcolarships for more info
​To Apply: Candidates must write an essay of maximum 500 words describing how they think earning an undergraduate or graduate degree will prepare them for being a life partner and/or parent. No later than September 30 2022, the essay should be submitted as a .doc or .docx attachment to scholarship@diamondmansion.com with the email subject “Diamond Mansion Scholarship Application,” including the following additional information:

  • Name
  • ​Address
  • Phone number
  • Name of school the applicant is currently attending or is planning to attend

Wilson C. Riles Education Scholarship
Deadline: Contact financial aid office for spring application deadline
Award Amount: Three (3) $2,000 scholarships will be awarded for the academic year.
Key Info: This scholarship program was established in 2003 to recognize Superintendent Riles’ deep commitment to education through support of students enrolled in California State University teacher credential programs, with preference given to first generation college students. The scholarships rotate among all 23 campuses on an alphabetical basis. Three (3) $2,000 scholarships will be awarded for the academic year. 
Working his way through public instruction, Wilson C. Riles began his career in 1940 as a teacher and administrator in Arizona public schools and later became the first elected African American state superintendent of schools in the United States.
Requirements:
*Recipients must be currently enrolled in a teacher credential program at one of the CSU campuses. Eligible campuses are rotated alphabetical each year. 
*The minimum enrollment requirement is 6.0 units. 
*The minimum grade point average is 3.0.
For More Info: Visit CSU Scholarships for more information
To Apply: Applications are available through the campus financial aid office. Each eligible campus may select one recipient based on the recommendation of teaching credential program faculty. Once a decision has been reached, the Financial Aid Office sends a letter of notification to the CSU Foundation, along with the documents described below. 
Completed applications submitted by the campus financial aid office to the CSU Foundation include the following: 
*Scholarship applicant information form 
*A brief academic profile of the student recipient 
*A brief personal statement describing the students’ background, personal achievements, challenges they have encountered, educational pursuits and aspirations for the future 
*A Thank you letter. Prior to fund distribution selected recipients are required to send a thank-you letter addressed to Mr. Philip G. Riles, son of Superintendent Riles. 
*A completed application checklist

Pre-Veterinary and General Animal Husbandry Education Scholarship
  • Deadline: December 31, 2022
  • Key Info: A $1,000 Annual College Scholarship offered by Golden Meadows Kennel to students enrolled in accredited colleges who are interested in general animal husbandry and/or pre-veterinary studies.


    This scholarship is awarded by Golden Meadows Kennel, an association located in Southern California (Central Ventura Country) and specialized in breeding Golden Retriever and Vizsla puppies.
    An active member in the Golden Retriever Club of America, the International All Breed Canine Association of America and the Golden Retriever Klubben from Sweden, Golden Meadows Kennel have been breeding Golden Retrievers for more than twenty five years and Vizlas for over nine years.
    The scholarship targets students from accredited American colleges interested in general animal husbandry and/or pre-veterinary studies, with a great passion for and interest in animals and their well-being.
    Their passions, interests and dedication must be foregrounded in the mandatory essay included in the application.
    The amount of the scholarship is $1,000, the deadline for the application is December 31 and the winner will be notified by email not later than January 15.
  • Renewable?: Unknown (1 award available)
  • Who's Eligible?: Any students currently enrolled in accredited colleges and interested in general animal husbandry and/or pre-veterinary studies are eligible to apply. Successful applicants must be able to show through their essays their dedication to animal welfare, as well as their concrete plans after graduation and their opinion on how their college education will contribute to their future careers.
  • ​​Award Amount: $1,000
How to Apply: Potential applicants should fill the application form on the Golden Meadows Kennel’s website and, additionally, submit an essay of 1000 words explaining why they think they should receive this scholarship (by no later than December 31).
In this essay they should also explain what their goals after graduation are and how they intend to apply what they have learned during their studies in the future. Ideally, the essay should foreground their interest in the well-being of animals and how they plan to concretely contribute to animal welfare in the future.
Gay/Lesbian Adoptive/Foster Parent Scholarship
  • Deadline: Sept 30, 2022
  • Key Info: A $750 scholarship for high-school, undergraduate or graduate students, who have a gay/lesbian adoptive or foster parent.

    Child Support Lawyer L.A. is an attorney service build to assist people with child support, custody, adoption and many other support practices for children and families in need of help.
    They offer one scholarship with a total value of $750 ($500 covering tuition fees and $250 for living expenses) to high-school, undergraduate or graduate students.
    The applicants are required to write a 500-650 words essay focusing on the topic:
    “My adoptive/foster parent is gay/lesbian and I wouldn’t change it.”
    The responsiveness, clarity, and organization of the essays will influence the grading of each application. The applicants are asked to check the limit of words previous to submission.
    The deadline for the application is September 30, 2022.
  • Renewable?: Yes (1 award available)
  • Who's Eligible?: 
    • Applicants with gay or lesbian adoptive or foster parents
    • At the time of the application the candidates should be least 18 years old
    • Applicants from community, public, and private colleges, as well as graduate schools are eligible
    • The candidates should not be related to any staff of the awarding institution
  • ​​Award Amount: $750
  • How to Apply: The candidates are asked to fill the application form from the scholarship website providing information in each required field.
    Any application received after the official deadline will be disqualified. Applicants are also asked NOT to include their name or college in the text of their essays in order not to be disqualified.
    Candidates should send a proof of their enrollment in college or higher learning institution, with a course load of at least 6 credits, as well as a government issued proof of identity.
    The winning applicants are also required to maintain, and provide proof of, a cumulative GPA of 2.0.
  • Scholarship listed under: California Scholarships, LGBT Scholarships
  • Website: http://www.childsupportlawyerla.com/adoptive-foster-parent-gay-lesbian
  • Phone: 1-888-385-3312
  • Fax: Not Available
  • Email: Not Available
  • Address: 3580 Wilshire Boulevard Suite #1732, Los Angeles, CA 90010-2534
Financial Success for Single Mothers Scholarship
  • Deadline: October 1, 2022
  • Key Info: A $750 annual scholarship targeting single mothers currently enrolled in a two-year or four-year college, or in a trade school/graduate school.

    Furzy Marketing is a company offering the integrated services clients need to build and maintain a flourishing online/app store presence. They use marketing strategies aiming to increase their clients’ brand awareness and generate traffic on their mobile apps and websites.
    They offer an annual $750 scholarship to single mothers who are currently enrolled in a two-year or four-year college, or in a trade school/graduate school. Applicants should write a 450-700 words essay explaining how single mothers can use Roth IRAs for enhancing their financial situation. The essay should be easy to read and understand and must include practical and actionable advice and tips.
    The deadline for the application is October 1, 2022 and the winner will be selected and notified by October 22, 2022. The winner’s biographical information as well as her essay will be published on Furzy Marketing’s website. The company may use the essay to create a derivative work, such as an article or a video.
  • Renewable?: No
  • Who's Eligible?: 
    • ​Applicants should be single mothers, enrolled in at least six units at a two or four year college, a trade school or a graduate school
    • They should be at least 18 years of age
    • They should have a minimum 2.3 college GPA or 2.5 school GPA
    • Friend or relatives of Furzy personnel, principles or vendors are NOT eligible to apply
  • ​​Award Amount: $750
  • How to Apply: In order to apply, candidates must write a 450 to 700 words essay describing how single mothers can use Roth IRAs for enhancing their financial situation. The essay must be posted in the online application form provided on the company’s website. Other additional information should include:
    • Full name
    • Phone number
    • Email address
    • School
    • Age
    • Information about where the applicant has found out about this scholarship
    • An official transcript
  • Scholarship listed under: California Scholarships, Scholarships for Wome
  • Website: http://www.furzymarketing.com/scholarships/
  • Phone: Not Available
  • Fax: Not Available
  • Email: Not Available
  • Address: 6230 Wilshire Blvd. #1795 Los Angeles, CA 90048
Don't Text & Drive Scholarship
  • Deadline: Sept 15, 2022
  • Key Info: Two $1000 scholarships targeting students currently admitted or enrolled in a four-year college/university or graduate school or students who will apply for admission in a college or university in the next academic year.


    The Law Offices of Matthew J. Quinlan is a legal organization based in San Francisco specializing in cases of personal injury (especially from auto accidents, some of them caused by texting while driving).
    They offer two $1000 scholarships to current and prospective college or university students between 18 and 24 years of age.
    In order to apply, candidates must write an essay about the connection between texting and driving.  Initially, they must find the last conversation they had while texting and driving and copy it at the beginning of the essay. Then they must discuss: the importance of that conversation in relation to the risk they took; why did they feel the urge to do this; whether they text and drive frequently; why is it so difficult to stop doing this; and whether they can and want to stop doing this.
    The deadlines for the applications are September 15, 2022 and March 15, 2023 and five finalists will be selected by September/March 20. These finalists must post and promote their essays on social media platforms and the winner will be the most popular one by September/March 30 (in terms of ‘likes,’ ‘shares,’‘retweets’ etc.)​
  • Renewable?: Unknown (2 awards total)
  • Who's Eligible?: In order to be eligible for this scholarship, applicants:
    • Must be enrolled in a four-year accredited college or university; or
    • Admitted to a college/university; or
    • Planning to apply for admission in a college/university in the next academic year
    • Must be 18 to 24 years old
  • ​​Award Amount: $1,000
  • How to Apply: Applicants must submit by email an essay of minimum 500 words addressing the connection between texting and driving (either as a Word doc attachment or directly in the text of the email). Besides the essays, applicants must also provide the following information:
    • Name
    • Phone number
    • Mailing address
    • School and year
    • Link to Facebook profile
  • Scholarship listed under: California Scholarships, Scholarships for Men, Scholarships for Women
  • Website: http://www.mjqlaw.com/scholarship/
  • Phone: 415-345-4282
  • Fax: Not Available
  • Email: scholarship@mjqlaw.com
  • Address: 3223 Webster Street San Francisco, CA 94123

CC Bank's Young Scholars Scholarship
  • Deadline: December 31, 2022
  • Key Info: Every year CC Bank offers scholarships at the sum of $2,000.
    They give out five scholarships to students across the US based on a need-based basis and merit based.

    CC Bank offers there’s scholarships every year and their deadline is the same for each year: December 31.
    They hand out 5 scholarship each year, usually by February 20 of the next year (a little less than 2 months after the deadline).
    Their scholarships are available to every individual without any concern to ethnicity, religion, sex and so on.
    They are basically take only the financial side into account although it is stated that a high GPA is a plus.
  • Renewable?: Yes (5 awards total)
  • Who's Eligible?: Just They state on their online page that the applicant must be:
    • U.S resident.
    • Under the age of 30.
    • Have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
    • In addition, you must be already enrolled to your academic institution of choice before applying.
      You can apply at any times in your studies, this scholarship fits students in any grade and step of their way.
  • ​​Award Amount: $2,000
  • How to Apply: In order to apply you will have to be eligible to be taken into consideration, once you see you fit their criteria you can send in your application. If you’re not sure if you fit for the scholarship or not you can send them an email and give them your information and ask for their support.
    When you’re ready to apply follow these steps:
Novus Biologicals Scholarship Program 
  • Deadline: December 13, 2022
  • Key Info: The Novus Biologicals Scholarship Program awards a $1500 scholarship twice a year for the fall and spring semesters.
    The main aim of this scholarship is to improve scientific achievement by financially helping students who are interested in developing a career in science.

    It is important to submit all the documents prior to the deadline which is December 13th and the recipient will be emailed directly within 2 weeks and will be announced on the scholarship page.
    If you happen to be the lucky recipient of the award, the check will be sent directly to the university listed in your application.
  • Renewable?:​ No
  • Who's Eligible?: Just as with any other scholarship, it is not possible that everybody has the right to apply.
    The eligibility criteria which have to be fulfilled prior to submitting the application form is that applicants must have a major declared in a science-related field and be enrolled or accepted for enrollment in the educational institutions in the US, Canada, and European countries only.
    There is no GPA requirement for this award.
    All science-related majors are eligible such as Biology, Chemistry, Social Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Medical Engineering etc
  • ​​Award Amount: $1,500
  • How to Apply: When determining your eligibility and finding out that you have the right to participate in the contest for the scholarship, you should think about the application process as well.
    What you need to do so as to apply for the Novus Biologicals Scholarship Program is to fill out the scholarship application form which is available on the scholarship provider’s website.
    Furthermore, you will be asked, during the application process to upload the required documents.
    Those are the Degree Declaration from the program you have been accepted into or are currently enrolled in, a list of your extracurricular activities related to your field of study and both personal and written statements.
    In a personal statement, you are supposed to speak in 500 words or less about the impact you strive to make using a degree in your field of interest, while your written statement should be about why you chose this field of study.
    The only way of submitting applications is online.
Dale M. Schoettler Scholarship for Visually Impaired Students
  • Eligibility Requirements: 
    • Applicants must currently have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8 on a 4.0 scale and must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.8 on a 4.0 scale during the academic year in which the award is received.
    • Applicants must be currently enrolled in 6.1 units or more as a CSU undergraduate or graduate student in any major field and must remain enrolled in 6.1 units or more during the academic year in which the award is received.
    • Applicants must have a visual disability and provide verification from a medical health professional, which includes the best corrected visual acuity notations. (Please note that the disability must be such that it impedes the educational process and necessitates accommodations, support services, or programs.)
  • Key Info: The Dale M. Schoettler Scholarship for Visually Impaired Students was established in 1991 by Mr. Schoettler, a successful businessman from Mountain View, California, who was blind for the last eight years of his life.
  • Application Deadline: Applications are accepted on a year-round basis. Contact the financial aid department at your campus.
  • ​​Award Amount: Thirty-six (36) scholarships of $10,000 each will be awarded for the academic year.
  • How to Apply: Applications are available through the campus financial aid office. Financial aid offices should provide information about the availability of this scholarship to the services for students with disabilities office. Campuses may nominate as many candidates as they like. Students who have previously been nominated and/or awarded the Schoettler scholarship may continue to apply each year they meet the qualifications.
    Completed applications submitted by the campus financial aid office to the CSU Foundation must include the following:
    • Scholarship applicant information form
    • A medical health professional’s verification of visual disability, which includes the best corrected visual acuity notations using the “Confirmation of Visual Disability” form
    • A brief personal statement describing the applicant's background, personal achievements, challenges encountered, educational pursuits, and goals and aspirations for the future
Nathaniel R. and Valerie Dumont Scholarship
  • Eligibility Requirements
    • Strong consideration should be given to students who are visually impaired, followed in priority by students with other physical impairments. Students without visual or physical impairments are also eligible for this scholarship.
    • Applicants must be in good standing with a minimum GPA of 2.8 on a 4.0 scale.
    • Applicants must demonstrate financial need as determined by the campus financial aid Office.
    • Applicants must be currently enrolled as a full-time equivalent undergraduate student in any major field at the eligible CSU campuses and must remain a full-time equivalent CSU student during the academic year.
    • Visually or physically impaired applicants must provide verification from a licensed physician or the office of services for students with disabilities.
  • Key Info: The Nathaniel R. and Valerie Dumont Scholarship was established through a bequest in 1993 to assist students with financial needs, especially those with visual or physical impairments.

    Each of the following campuses may nominate two to three students for a $4,000 Dumont scholarship for the academic year. (Eight scholarships will be awarded in total.)

    California State University, Dominguez Hills
    California State University, Long Beach
    California State University, Los Angeles
    California State University, Northridge

  • Application Deadline: Contact the financial aid department at your campus for the spring application deadline.
  • ​​Award Amount: Eight scholarships of $4,000 will be awarded for the academic year.
  • How to Apply: Applications are available through the campus financial aid office. Financial aid offices should provide information about the availability of this scholarship to the office of services for students with disabilities.
    Completed applications submitted by the campus financial aid office to the CSU Foundation must include the following:
    • Scholarship applicant information form
    • A brief personal statement describing applicant’s background, challenges encountered, personal achievements, educational pursuits and goals and aspirations for the future
    • Verification of physical/visual impairment, if applicable
    • A completed application checklist
Betty Lindeman and Robert N. Rosenthal Memorial Fund - Dept. of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences
  • Award Details: Awards of available funds are given to graduate student applicants, with priority given to those in academic good standing making progress towards Masters Degree requirements. Undergraduate applications may be considered if funds are available. Eligible students will have been enrolled at Cal State East Bay for at least one year. Awards shall be in the form of scholarships of up to $500, with the final amount awarded at the discretion of the department. Note that availability of awards is based on fund balance. The selection of students is to be based on both financial need and academic promise. If you currently already have a financial aid award package, the receipt of this award may impact it. Please contact the Financial Aid office for more information. 
  • Award Disbursement: Disbursement is arranged for the awarded semester(s) within 7-10 days of an award decision. Failure to attend during an awarded semester will result in forfeiture of the award for that semester and subsequent semesters.
  • ​​Application Procedure: Complete application and submit to the Department Chair via the Department Administrative Support Coordinator. 
  • Award Notification and Disbursement: Award notification will be provided by email, which will contain information on claiming your award. Scholarship award may be used only for registration, fees, books, professional memberships and professional conferences.
  • Responsibilities of Successful Candidate: THANK THE DONOR! The letter should be addressed to "donor".
Middle Class Scholarship
  • Beginning: October 1, 2022
  • Deadline: March 2, 2023
  • Sponsor: Teach for America
  • Key Info: The Middle Class Scholarship (MCS) provides undergraduate students, including students pursuing a teaching credential, with a scholarship to attend a University of California (UC) or California State University (CSU) campus. Students with family income and assets up to $201,000 may be eligible.
    Students must meet the following requirements: be a California resident attending a UC or CSU; be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident or meet the requirements for non-resident tuition exemption*; meet certain income/asset and other financial aid standards; maintain satisfactory academic progress; not be in default on a student loan; and must not be incarcerated.
    You may receive the MCS award for up to 4 years depending on education level when awarded.
  • ​​For More Info: Beginning on October 1st through the March 2nd deadline, students may complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the CA Dream Act Application (CADAA). Students without a Social Security Number or who have a U or TPS visa or DACA (including those who lost DACA or never applied for DACA), should complete  the CA Dream Act Application.
    After students submit the FAFSA or CA Dream Act Application, they are encouraged to establish a WebGrants 4 Students account to monitor their state financial aid. The WebGrants 4 Students website is secure and provides easy access to review their awarding status.
    Scholarship award amounts will be determined by the California Student Aid Commission. Award amounts will be based on the cost of attendance and the following program requirements: other available gift aid that the student is eligible for (i.e. federal, state, institutional or scholarship aid), a self-help student contribution of $7,898 (applied to all students), and a parent contribution for dependent students with a household income of over $100,000. These three factors collectively, are referred to as a students’ “available resources.” These amounts are deducted from the student’s total cost of attendance to determine the MCS award. Under this formula, award amounts will vary widely among students, with each student’s award reflecting their costs and available resources.
    Students selected to receive an MCS award will be notified by the California Student Aid Commission, usually in July or August. For the 2022-2023 Academic Year, The California Student Aid Commission will notify CSU EB of eligible students mid-late October 2022. Eligible students will see their funds posted on their MYCSUEB Account around early November 2022.​​
Teach for America's Ignite Fellowship
  • Deadline: June 6, 2022 
  • Sponsor: Teach for America
  • Key Info: Do you want to make a direct impact this upcoming school year? Consider applying to Teach For America’s Ignite Fellowship to work directly with elementary or middle school students this fall. TFA's Ignite Fellowship looks for current college students to lead virtual, small group tutoring sessions with students during the school day while partnering with veteran educators. This is a part-time, paid, virtual opportunity to build meaningful relationships with youth, accelerate student success, and hone your leadership skills. One day, all children in this nation will have the opportunity to attain an excellent education. Open to US citizens, legal permanent residents, and eligible immigrants. Refer a friend to join the next generation of equity-oriented leaders who believe in helping all children reach their potential. Interested instead in paid, full-time post-grad opportunities? Check out our 2023 TFA corps application here.
  • ​​For More Info: We have two upcoming info sessions during which we will share details about the fellowship, provide tips on submitting a strong application, and answer questions you may have. Register for the May 12th info session here or the May 17th info session here.
  • ​To Apply: Start your application here.
California Dream Act Service Incentive Program
  • Deadline to Apply: Students will need to apply annually to participate in the California Dream Act Service Incentive Grant Program (DSIG). The program is open from July 1 to June 30 and follows the annual academic year. 
  • Award Amount: Up to $3,000 per academic year (up to $1,500 per semester or up to $1,000 per quarter) to 2,500 eligible students
  • Sponsor: California Student Aid Commission
  • Key Info: The California Dream Act Service Incentive Grant Program (DSIG) encourages California Dream Act Application (CADAA) students with a Cal Grant B award to perform community or volunteer service. The grant will be available to the student for up to 8 semesters or up to 12 quarters while they have an active Cal Grant B award. Students must also meet Satisfactory Academic Progress and complete any necessary verification for their Cal Grant B award.
  • ​To Apply: Click here.
  • ​For More Info: Click here.
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California Chafee Grant for Foster Youth
  • Deadline to Apply: Ongoing through 2023. The majority of Chafee Grant awards are initiated during the fall term and additional awards are offered year round based on available federal and state funding each year.
  • Award Amount: If you are or were in foster care for at least one day, between the ages of 16 and 18 as a dependent or ward of the court and have financial need, you may qualify for up to $5,000 a year for career and technical training or college. You don’t have to pay this money back. You may also be able to use your grant to help pay for child care, transportation and rent while you’re in school. You can use your Chafee Grant at any eligible California college or university or career or technical school, as well as schools in other states.
  • Sponsor: California Student Aid Commission
  • Key Info: If you are or were in foster care for at least one day, between the ages of 16 and 18 as a dependent or ward of the court and have financial need, you may qualify for up to $5,000 a year for career and technical training or college. You don’t have to pay this money back. You may also be able to use your grant to help pay for child care, transportation and rent while you’re in school. You can use your Chafee Grant at any eligible California college or university or career or technical school, as well as schools in other states.
  • ​For More Info: Click here.