Visit FAFSA or California Dream Act to apply for financial aid. These sites will contain updates, applications, and more information. Click one of the photos below for help with your FAFSA application!
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Visit FAFSA or California Dream Act to apply for financial aid. These sites will contain updates, applications, and more information. Click one of the photos below for help with your FAFSA application!
What: Join Erica Lehman for these two online FAFSA events. These workshops are designed to offer support and guidance to students and parents looking to fill out the 2024-2025 FAFSA and OCCADA. If you have questions or special circumstances and need individual 1:1 support, please join to request and individual session. There will be an opportunity to fill out the form and ask questions during this time. Click here to join!
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Scholarships that have closed will still be included below for future reference. When they open again, they will be updated!
(Formerly Cappex) is a website that matches students up with potential scholarships and also helps them discover and learn about different colleges.
The Fair Opportunity Project works a little differently than the other sites, as it doesn’t match students to scholarships. Instead, it offers a comprehensive 129-page guide, available in multiple languages, for high school students that includes information about letters of recommendation, how to compile a college list and examples of college essays that worked.
Fastweb is a free scholarship search platform that connects students to college scholarships, trade school scholarships, and financial aid tools. Their goal is to help you find scholarships to make college or vocational school more affordable.
Students can download the app for free and create a profile by taking short quizzes that ask questions about things like desired majors, GPAs, interests and background. The app then matches students with scholarships that align with their profiles and students can swipe right to save their favorites.
Orange County Community is a site that gives access to six specific scholarships to choose which works best for you.
Road2College is dedicated to helping families navigate the ever-changing world of college admissions and financing. Their community, tools, and services can help you find colleges that you can afford.
At Scholaroo, you’ve got a team of scholarship professionals working around the clock and around the globe to help you pay for college. They realize your time is precious so they do the leg work for you. Their team will identify the best scholarships for you from around the world based on your own unique profile and give you the behind-the-scenes tips, tricks, and tactics you need to realize scholarship opportunities.
Scholarship America’s mission is to eliminate barriers to educational success so that any student can pursue their dream. Their organization works directly with students, parents, colleges, businesses and communities to help students fulfill their college dreams.
Scholarships is a free college scholarship search platform that matches you to college scholarships you qualify for.
Another free mobile app that matches students with scholarships based on their interests, background and accomplishments.
Deadline: December 8, 2023 (CLOSED)
Amount: Up to $6,000
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Deadline: December 10, 2023 (CLOSED)
Amount: Not Disclosed
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Deadline: February 15, 2024 (CLOSED)
Amount: Not Disclosed
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Deadline: February 23, 2024 (CLOSED)
Amount: $10,000
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AVID 7th Grade - Young Scholars Program
Deadline: May 9, 2024 (CLOSED)
Amount: Not Disclosed
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*The scholarships below have all CLOSED, but will remain on this page for future reference. They will be updated when they re-open.*
Deadline: September 15, 2023 (CLOSED)
Amount: Scholars will receive funding for the full cost of attendance that is not already covered by other financial aid and the expected family contribution, as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), or the methodology used by a Scholar’s college or university.
*Cost of attendance includes tuition, fees, room, board, books, and transportation, and may include other personal costs
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The Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship
Deadline: (CLOSED)
Amount: $20,000
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Heisman High School Scholarship
Deadline: October 17, 2023 (CLOSED)
Amount: $1,000-$10,000
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Elk National Foundation Scholarship Programs
Deadline: November 13, 2023 (CLOSED)
Amount: $1,000-$7,500 per year
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Cooke College Scholarship Program
Deadline: November 16, 2023 (CLOSED)
Amount: Up to $55,000
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Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship
Deadline: December 21, 2023 (CLOSED)
Amount: Up to $40,000
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*The scholarships below have all CLOSED, but will remain on this page for future reference. They will be updated when they re-open.*
Deadline: January 9, 2024 (CLOSED)
Amount: $2,500 one-year awards to $20,000 multi-year awards
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Mensa Scholarship Essay Competition
Deadline: January 15, 2024 (CLOSED)
Amount: $2,000 to $3,000
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ISN Skilled Trade and Technology Scholarship
Deadline: January 15, 2024 (CLOSED)
Amount: $2,000
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The Coolidge: A Scholarship for America
Deadline: January 18, 2024 (CLOSED)
Amount: Student's full tuition, room and board, required fees for four years of undergraduate study, and an annual stipend for books and supplies.
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Deadline: January 23, 2024 (CLOSED)
Amount: $50,000 to 30 high school seniors
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Deadline: January 31, 2024 (CLOSED)
Amount: $5,000 that can be renewed each year to 5 high school seniors
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Deadline: January 31, 2024 (CLOSED)
Amount: National Scholarship $2,000 and California Scholarship $1,000
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California Teacher Association (CTA) Scholarship
Deadline: February 9, 2024 (CLOSED)
Amount: Not Disclosed
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Deadline: February 15, 2024 (CLOSED)
Amount: Ranging from $500-$5,000 based on merit and relative need
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Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Scholarship Program
Deadline: February 23, 2024 (CLOSED)
Amount: Up to $6,000
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John Colvin Memorial Scholarship
Deadline: End of March (CLOSED)
Amount: TBD
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Irvine Forward Foundation Community Scholarship
Deadline: End of March (CLOSED)
Amount: TBD
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Irvine Forward Foundation STEAM Scholarship
Deadline: End of March (CLOSED)
Amount: TBD
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Crinkled In "No Sweat" Scholarship
Deadline: March 31, 2024 (CLOSED)
Amount: $2,500
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Deadline: April 1, 2024 (CLOSED)
Amount: 5 Scholarships of $2,000
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Vaping: Know the Truth Art Challenge
Deadline: April 17, 2024 (CLOSED)
Amount: $5,500 for the winner and $1,125 for 4 runner ups
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Deadline: All in April
Amount: Varies
On this site, there are 8 different scholarship options available. Click the link above to visit the site and find out which is best for you!
Amount: Varies
On this site, there are 10 different scholarship options available. Click the link above to visit the site and find out which is best for you!
Accounting Careers Scholarships
Deadline: April 30th (CLOSED)
Amount: Eleven $5,000 scholarships
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OneMain Financial Credit Worth Scholarship
Deadline: May 6th, 2024 (CLOSED)
Amount: $1,000
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Deadline: May 12, 2024 (CLOSED)
Amount: Ten English Learner (EL) students receive $2,000
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FutureSmart Middle School Personal Finance
Deadline: June 10th, 2024
Amount: 20 students will receive a $2,000 gift card and two grand prize winners will receive a $5,000 gift card
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Deadline: There are multiple opportunities; please click here for deadlines.
Amount: $1,000-$5000
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Deadline: There are multiple opportunities; please click here for deadlines.
Amount: Monthly drawings for $500 and $40,000 scholarships
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Digital SAT Test Prep Course
What: Help prepare for the spring administration of the Digital SAT. This webinar will teach you more about how Khan Academy's digital test prep course works alongside the College Board Bluebook app and My Practice features to ensure that all students have access to Official Digital SAT Prep resources.
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USC Virtual Information Sessions for Summer Programs
What: Virtual information session to hear about USC Summer Programs and gain direct knowledge about the 2024 program. They highlight the benefits of attending USC Summer Programs, dive into their on-campus experience, and discuss application best practices and common mistakes.
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IVC Honors Program Info Session with Dr. Emily Liu
What: Learn about the benefits and admission requirements of the IVC Honors Program from Program Director Dr. Emily Liu. Honors benefits include:
When: February 15, 2024 at 3:00PM (CLOSED)
*The scholarships below have all CLOSED, but will remain on this page for future reference. They will be updated when they re-open.*
Safeguarding Brilliance: Protecting your Creative Capital
What: Learn how to navigate trademarks and safeguard your creative ideas and brand. This is your opportunity to gain actionable insights from our distinguished panel of experts at the forefront of intellectual property law, including Eric Jaegers, J.D., a Clinical Assistant Professor at Chapman University; Lynne Boisineau from Boisineau Law; Justin Sanders from Masterkey IP; and Stephanie Pottick, founder of Protect for Success®. Reserve your spot now for an evening that promises to strengthen your understanding of intellectual property essentials and empower your entrepreneurial journey.
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RSVP Here! (CLOSED)
SoCal Celebrates Entrepreneurship 2024
What: SoCal Celebrates Entrepreneurship 2024 brings together entrepreneurs, students, business leaders, service providers, and investors to celebrate Southern California as a diverse hub of innovation and entrepreneurship that fosters culture and upward mobility, and delivers an enhanced quality of life.
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RSVP Here! (CLOSED)
Generations in Business: Navigating Family Transition
What: This event is your guide to successfully navigating the intricate landscape of family-run enterprises. Learn from a panel of family business experts, including Ed Hart, Jenny Dinnen, and Pamela Kellogg. Gain insights on succession planning, navigating family business challenges, and resources available to support second and third generation business owners.
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RSVP Here! (CLOSED)
Start-Up to Scale-Up: The Alteryx Success Story
What: Be part of an enlightening evening as Libby Duane Adams, Chief Advocacy Officer of Alteryx, shares the remarkable story of organically growing Alteryx into a global analytics leader. Gain entrepreneurial insights, explore Alteryx's impact on companies like McLaren, Coca-Cola, and Siemens Energy, and take part in an engaging Q&A session. Don't miss this opportunity to uncover the strategies behind scaling a startup into a market leader. Reserve your spot now for an evening of inspiration and valuable business insights.
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RSVP Here! (CLOSED)
PitchCraft: Film, Script, and Startup Edition
What: The Dodge Film School and Leatherby Center for Entrepreneurship team up to talk about personal and professional pitches. In this joint workshop, we will show you how to pitch a movie to a studio, how to pitch a screen play to a producer, and how to pitch a startup idea to an angel investor. We will give students the opportunity to role play and pitch in a safe space.
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RSVP Here! (CLOSED)
What: Attention all innovators and startup enthusiasts! Panther Cage presents an exclusive opportunity for teams or individuals to submit their applications for a chance to pitch their unique startup, product, service, or idea. The top finalists making it through the selection process will have the opportunity to present in front of a distinguished panel of expert judges at this event with cash prizes at stake. This one-day Shark Tank-style pitch competition is open to Chapman students, alumni, faculty, and staff, providing a platform to receive valuable insights from experienced entrepreneurs and investors. Don't miss the opportunity to win valuable rewards and elevate your venture – learn more about this exciting competition and FAQ’s here.
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RSVP Here! (CLOSED)
What: USC Summer Programs extends a tradition of excellence to outstanding high school students through a diverse offering of four-week summer courses. As a “Summer Trojan,” you will balance academic and campus life as you prepare for college — and earn college credit.
USC Summer Programs’ courses are taught by USC faculty and experienced professionals of the USC academic community. Our faculty create an engaging academic experience by combining lectures, hands-on workshops and labs, and guest speakers. Each course is designed to be more interactive, engaging and challenging than accelerated high school classes or the broad introductory courses offered by other summer pre-collegiate programs.
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Diversity in Neurology Academy
What: Their vision at DNA is to stand as a beacon of inspiration and empowerment. Celebrating diversity and ensuring every aspiring neurologist has equal opportunities to thrive. They envision a future where the DNA community serves as a model for inclusivity and mentorship. Fostering enduring connections that transcend traditional academic boundaries. Through their unwavering commitment to nurturing diverse talents, DNA aspires to reshape the landscape of neurology, ensuring it mirrors the rich tapestries of human experience and backgrounds.
Application deadline is April 15, 2024
When: June 29, 2024
Eve & Gene Black Summer Medical Career Program
What: Medical Mentor/Internship Program: Participants will EITHER apply and be accepted to attend daily online sessions with presentations/interactive sessions from a variety of general pediatricians, specialists including surgeons, nurses, pharmacists, dietitians, infectious disease, ophthalmologists, radiologists, child life, therapists, (i.e., physical, speech, occupational, or cognitive) OR apply and be accepted to attend an in-person program (in-person programs subject to change). If selected to attend an in-person program, participants are responsible for their own transportation. This program is ONLY open to qualified students from Los Angeles and its adjacent counties. Applications are accepted from high school students who are currently in the 11th or 12th grade AND born on or before 7/1/08. (In-Person Facilities may have specific age requirements). No fee to participate.
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ONLINE SESSIONS
IN PERSON SESSIONS
Students will be notified if accepted or not via email by Friday, April 5, 2024.
UCI - Empowering Tomorrow's Innovators
What: These two-week camps will explore the foundations of Data Science, Cryptography & Security, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, and Software Engineering. Students can apply for admission into all four courses and list their preference order. Students will only be able to register for one course per Session.
Deadline: March 17, 2024 (CLOSED)
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