Scholarships
PHS Local Scholarship
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Class of 2019
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External Scholarships
| Scholarship Name | How to Apply | Due Date | Amount | Additional Information |
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| Bucks Fellows Scholarship (For Sophomores ONLY) | https://www.buckscholars.org/how-to-apply/ | 01/18/2019 | Live or attend school in Contra Costa, Napa, Sacramento, San Joaquin, Solano, or Yolo County. Be a high school sophomore. Submit a completed application, along with your transcript and two letters of recommendation by the application deadline. | |
| Chevron Corporation 2019 Murray Jacobs Jr. & Percy Abram Jr. Scholarship | https://www.pittsburg.k12.ca.us/cms/lib/CA01902661/Centricity/Domain/525/Chevron Corporation 2019 Murray Jacobs Jr. - Percy Abram Jr. Scholarship Application.pdf | 01/18/2019 | Seven scholarships will be awarded – (2) $5,000 grand prize and (5) 1,000 scholarships | All applicants must have an overall minimum GPA of 2.5. |
| Alert 1 | http://www.alert-1.com/scholarship. | 01/19/2019 | $250 | |
| The Beauty + Wellness Scholarship for Women | https://www.skincareox.com/scholarship/ | 01/21/2019 | $1,000 | Quarterly Deadlines: January 1, March 31st, June 30th, and September 30th every year |
| The Thirty-Second District PTA scholarship | https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSewGMWtIOBqyIDY8O7vbPPOFZMq3wDlIHN9E-BKLF7ktTBZ5Q/viewform | 01/21/2019 | $500.00 each to 6 scholars | Applicants must be in good standing at their high school, have a 2.0 or higher grade point average, and plan to attend an accredited career or technical school, community college, or four-year college. |
| Thirty-Second District PTA | https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSewGMWtIOBqyIDY8O7vbPPOFZMq3wDlIHN9E-BKLF7ktTBZ5Q/viewform | 01/21/2019 | six $500.00 scholarships | |
| Win Dollars for College | https://www.pittsburg.k12.ca.us/cms/lib/CA01902661/Centricity/Domain/525/Win Dollars for College.pdf | 01/22/2019 | Open to Juniors and Seniors | |
| PG&E Better Together STEM Scholarship | https://caps.hrblock.com/ | 01/25/2019 | $1,000 to $10,000 | |
| InspirASIAN Scholarship | https://inspirasian.wufoo.com/forms/m1bur5qe1ors5yy/ | 01/31/2019 | $1000 | At least 22 $2000 National InspirASIAN scholarships will be awarded for the 2018 academic year. Besides the national scholarships, we are also offering 7 $1000 state scholarships to Northern California students. |
| The Princeton Prize in Race Relations | https://pprize.princeton.edu/apply | 01/31/2019 | Open to all | |
| Redfin Scholarship | https://www.redfin.com/resources/scholarship | 01/31/2019 | $2,500 | |
| DBF/David Williamson Memorial Scholarship | https://www.deltabluesfestival.net/scholarship.html | 01/31/2019 | Applicant must be an East Contra Costa resident. Antioch, Brentwood, Oakley, and Pittsburg Applicant must have a commitment to continue musical studies. Submit an unofficial transcript. Submit an essay which may include some or all of the following: Their personal affiliation with the style of music they enjoy. Note and explain their career choice and how they see music involved. How music affects their life. How they will benefit by pursuing an education including or devoted to music. Submit an | |
| 10 Words or Less Scholarship | https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/10258/10_words_or_less_scholarship_scholarship.php#sthash.NzKDL28L.dpbs | 01/31/2019 | $500.00 | |
| E Quality Scholarship | https://app.smarterselect.com/programs/52147-E-Quality-Scholarship-Collaborative | 01/31/2019 | Up to $6,000 | The criteria on which scholarship recipients will be selected include: Service to the LGBT+ community Leadership Hardship or special circumstances Academic achievement In addition to completing the application, applicants for all scholarships must be available for an interview either by Skype/phone or in person. Interviews will be on Sunday, 10 March 2019, and Saturday, 16 March 2019. |
| Jackie Robinson Scholarship | http://www.jackierobinson.org/apply/ | 02/01/2019 | ||
| McDonald’s HACER® National Scholarship | https://www.mcdonalds.com/us/en-us/community/hacer.html | 02/04/2019 | $5,000 - $10,000 | ● You’re a high school senior ● You’re a legal U.S. resident ● You carry a minimum 3.0 GPA You have at least one parent of Hispanic heritage |
| Kaiser Permanente Asian Association | https://kaiserpermanente-asianassociation.org/scholarship/application/ | 02/06/2019 | ||
| The Bay Area All-Star Scholarship | https://www.pittsburg.k12.ca.us/cms/lib/CA01902661/Centricity/Domain/525/2018-2019 BAASST Application.pdf | 02/10/2019 | $5,000 | Student applicants must meet the following criteria for nomination: Be a college-bound senior currently attending a Bay Area public high school. Be a legal resident. Display leadership qualities in the classroom. Have a minimum grade point average of 3.0 from sophomore to senior year of high school. Demonstrate the value of education, good work ethic and community outreach. |
| Flavorful Futures | https://www.flavorfulfutures.com/ | 02/15/2019 | • Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident of the United States. • Must be a high school senior graduating between August 1, 2018 and July 31, 2019. • Must have a cumulative high school grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.5 on a 4-point scale (high school/home school seniors). | |
| Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF) Scholarship | https://www.hsf.net/scholarship | 02/15/2019 | $500 to $5,000 | ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS Must be of Hispanic Heritage 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, not-for-profit, 4-year university, or graduate school, during the FALL of a scholarship cycle (year) U.S. Citizen, Permanent Legal Resident, DACA or Eligible Non-Citizen (as defined by FAFSA) Complete FAFSA or state based financial aid app |
| Italian American Club | https://www.pittsburg.k12.ca.us/cms/lib/CA01902661/Centricity/Domain/525/Italian Scholarship.pdf | 02/19/2019 | $2,000 | Students must be of Italian American descent with a 2.00 or better |
| Asian Pacific Scholarship Fund | http://asianpacificfund.org/what-we-do/scholarships/apply-for-scholarship/ | 02/26/2019 | TBD | There are several scholarships please check link for specific elegibility. |
| Courses 2019 Scholarship Program | https://www.courses.com.au/about/scholarships | 02/28/2019 | 2 x $2,500 | 1. Provide proof of enrollment or application to an accredited university or college to complete an undergraduate or graduate qualification. 2. Submit a 500 word essay. Applicants will be judged on the content of the essay they provide on the topic of: "How online learning can help prepare students for the skilled labour requirements in an increasingly automated economy." 3. Provide a summary of their best academic achievements and/or their current extracurricular activities. |
| TZU CHI Scholarship | https://www.pittsburg.k12.ca.us/cms/lib/CA01902661/Centricity/Domain/525/TCNW Scholars 2019 HS Application and Check List.pdf | 03/01/2019 | $1,000 | To apply, you must 1. be an U.S. high school graduating senior or equivalent (Foreign students on student visa not included) 2. demonstrate financial need for college tuition 3. have a minimum 3.0 GPA 4. will enroll in an accredited U.S. college full-time for the academic year 2019-2020 |
| Fagen Friendman & Fulfrost LLP, Why College is Important to Me Scholarship | https://www.f3law.com/page.php?id=52 | 03/01/2019 | $1,000 | |
| Mt.Diablo Legal Professionals Association | http://www.mtdiablolpa.info/scholarship | 03/01/2019 | Three 1st Place Scholarships each for $2,000 Three 2nd Place Scholarships each for $1,000 | For students interested in the following fields: Legal Administrative Assistant/Legal Secretary Paralegal/Legal Assistant Receptionist Court Reporter Law Office Administrator |
| Blackhawk Women Scholarship Fund | https://www.bwscholarshipfund.com/scholarships.html | 03/01/2019 | You must have a GPA of 3.5 or above, be planning to attend a 4-year college/university in the fall, be active in school and community service activities, and submit all the required application materials. | |
| Americana Chemistry Society Scholarship | https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/funding-and-awards/scholarships/acsscholars/apply.html | 03/01/20198 | $5,000 | Be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident of the U.S. ● Be African-American/Black, Hispanic/Latino, or American Indian ● Be a graduating high school senior or college freshman, sophomore or junior. Seniors can apply for their fifth year. ● Intend to major or already major in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering, chemical technology, or another chemistry-related science AND plant to pursue a career in a chemistry-related science as well (please see below for more details) |
| Marcus Foster Education Institute | https://www.tfaforms.com/4635493 | 03/02/2019 | $4,000 | |
| Mary Keith Duff Memorial Scholarships | https://www.pittsburg.k12.ca.us/cms/lib/CA01902661/Centricity/Domain/525/Mary Keith Duff Memorial.pdf | 03/04/2019 | $2,000 | Must be a Travis Credit Union Member to Apply |
| Kaiser Permanenete Asian Association | https://kaiserpermanente-asianassociation.org/scholarship/application/ | 03/06/2019 | $3,500 | We accept applications from graduating high school students of any ethnicity who have demonstrated leadership within an Asian community |
| Cynthia H Kuo Scholarship | https://www.pittsburg.k12.ca.us/cms/lib/CA01902661/Centricity/Domain/525/2019_tang_scholarship_application_form.pdf | 03/09/2019 | Chinese who are either U.S. born 1st generation or born overseas, planning to or currently attending a four-year college in the U.S. on a full time basis • Actively involved in the Christian faith or Christian youth group for the last 2 years • Graduating high school senior or current college student • Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale • Demonstrated financial need | |
| Assistance League Diablo Valley "Foster Youth Scholarship" | https://www.pittsburg.k12.ca.us/cms/lib/CA01902661/Centricity/Domain/525/Foster kid.pdf | 03/13/2019 | $500-$4,000 | Must be a current or former dependents of the court in the foster care program |
| Cabrillo Civic Clubs of California Scholarship | http://www.cabrillocivicclubs.org/Scholarship/2015%20Master%20Scholarship%20Application(Fillable%20Form).pdf | 03/15/2019 | $500 | Seniors of Portuguese descent and US citizen or permanent resident. Minimum 3.5 G.P.A. and participated in at least three extracurricular activities while in high school |
| Italian Catholic Federation Scholarships | http://www.icf.org/scholarships/ | 03/15/2019 | $400-$5500 | Are Roman Catholic and of Italian Descent and live within the Roman Catholic Dioceses of Arizona, California, Illinois and Nevada, only where Branches of the Federation are established; or, Are Roman Catholic but need not be of Italian Descent or live where Branches of the Federation are established if either Roman Catholic parent, guardian or grandparent is a member of the “Italian Catholic Federation.” |
| BMW Engineering Scholarship | https://sae.awardspring.com/Home/Scholarships | 03/15/2019 | $1,000 | |
| FormSwift Scholarship | https://www.pittsburg.k12.ca.us/cms/lib/CA01902661/Centricity/Domain/525/Student Scholarship.org.tif | 03/15/2019 | $1,000 | |
| Shasta Regional Community Foundation | http://www.shastarcf.org/scholarships#.Wph34k2gupp | 03/15/2019 | ||
| Italian Catholic Federation | https://www.icf.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/ICF-Scholarship-Application-2019.pdf | 03/15/2019 | $400 | total cumulative GPA (3 ½ years) of at least 3.2 and meet all of the requirements in either #1 or #2: 1) Are Roman Catholic and of Italian Descent and live within the Roman Catholic Dioceses of Arizona, California, Illinois and Nevada, only where Branches of the Federation are established. or 2) if either Roman Catholic parent, guardian or grandparent is a member of the Italian Catholic Federation, the student must be Roman Catholic but need not be of Italian Descent or live where Branches of th |
| Diablo Valley Assistance League | https://www.pittsburg.k12.ca.us/cms/lib/CA01902661/Centricity/Domain/525/AL SH Scholarship.pdf | 03/18/2019 | Up to $6,000 | Must have 3.0 GPA; |
| Tri Counties Bank Endowed Scholarship Fund | https://app.smarterselect.com/programs/54646-Shasta-Regional-Community-Foundation | 03/19/2019 | $1500 | Eligibility Criteria: Graduating high school senior from a county listed below: Butte, Colusa, Contra Costa, Del Norte, Fresno, Glenn, Humboldt, Kern, Lake, Lassen, Madera, Mendocino, Merced, Nevada, Placer, Sacramento, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Shasta, Siskiyou, Sonoma, Stanislaus, Sutter, Tehama, Trinity, Tulare, Yolo, Yuba Minimum GPA of 2.5 Eligible for Pell Grant based on your Expected Family Contribution (EFC) -verification required Be an undergraduate student the fall semes |
| The Steve Tirado Family Foundation | http://stevetiradofamilyfoundation.org/ | 03/19/2019 | up to $5,000 | Must be a Bay area resident (Alameda, Contra Costa, San Francisco, Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties represent the eligible counties) Accepted to 4 year public or private institution This scholarship targets Latin@s only Must have a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Must be a high school senior or undergraduate who plans to enroll FULL-TIME at a U.S. accredited four-year university during the 2017-2018 academic year. |
| Signs.com Design Your Success Scholarship | https://www.signs.com/scholarships/design-your-success/ | 03/19/2019 | $2,000 | |
| Assistance League Diablo Valley "Spotlight on You!! Scholarship | https://www.pittsburg.k12.ca.us/cms/lib/CA01902661/Centricity/Domain/525/Spotlight on You Scholarship.pdf | 03/29/2019 | Up to $3,000 | Must have 2.5 Grade Point Average |
| Assistance League Diablo Valley "Allan Petersdorf Memorial Scholarship" | https://www.pittsburg.k12.ca.us/cms/lib/CA01902661/Centricity/Domain/525/Allen Petersdorf.pdf | 03/29/2019 | Up to $5,000 | Must be a dependant of the court in foster care program, must have a 2.50 GPA |
| US Pan Asian Chamber of Commerce (USPAACC) Scholarship | https://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/4539743/USPAACC-College-Scholarship-Application-2019 | 03/29/2019 | $3,000-$5000 | Must be of Asian or Pacific Island Heritage. Must be a citizen or permanent resident of the U.S. |
| Delta Realators | https://www.pittsburg.k12.ca.us/cms/lib/CA01902661/Centricity/Domain/525/Delta Realtors Scholarship.pdf | 03/29/2019 | Total GPA of 2.75 | |
| Davis-Putter Scholarship | http://www.davisputter.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/637_DPSF_Application_2018_Instructions_edited.pdf | 03/31/2019 | ||
| Kim and Harold Louie Family Foundation | http://www.louiefamilyfoundation.org/scholarship-application | 03/31/2019 | Special consideration will be noted for applicants: who have parents that are United States veterans or are currently in the U.S. military; with a demonstrated financial need; with parents who did not attend college; or with a documented significant disability. | |
| Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund | https://jmscottmemorialfund.files.wordpress.com/2015/11/jmsmsf-scholarship-criteria-sht.pdf | 03/31/2019 | Combined adjusted income of the parent(s) cannot exceed $50,000 | |
| Opploans | https://www.opploans.com/scholarship/ | 03/31/2019 and 06/30/2019 | ||
| AFSA High School Scholarship | https://www.afsascholarship.org/high-school-contest/hsstep1/ | 04/01/2019 | Ten (10) winners will receive a scholarship of $2,000 each. | |
| 2019 Kappa Alpha Psi Community Project Scholarship | https://form.jotform.com/83046239911154 | 04/01/2019 | ||
| CSEA PITTSBURG LOCAL CHAPTER 44 | https://www.pittsburg.k12.ca.us/cms/lib/CA01902661/Centricity/Domain/525/CSEA Scholarship Application 2019.doc | 04/05/2019 | $500 | You must be the child or grandchild of, or have a legal guardian, who is a member in good standing, (i.e., dues paying member/attend chapter meetings), of local CSEA Chapter 44. • You must be a graduating high school senior in the class of 2019. You must be planning to enroll in a college or university, community college, or vocational or trade school by the summer or fall of 2019. Winner will be determined by GPA, overall transcript, involvement in extracurricular activities community service. |
| Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group (PAFMG) Pre-Med Annual Scholarship Awards | http://www.pamf.org/premedscholar/ | 04/14/2019 | Anticipate a career as a doctor. Plan to take pre-medicine courses to prepare for medical school. Be in top 20 percent of class (verified by transcript). Demonstrate a need for financial assistance to attend a university | |
| Gloria Burron Prize for Young Heroes | https://barronprize.org/apply/ | 04/15/2019 | $5,000 | |
| AFSA (American Fire Sprinkler Association) Scholarship Program | https://www.afsascholarship.org/high-school-contest/hsstep1/ | 04/19/2019 | A total of $20,000 is awarded. Ten (10) winners will receive a scholarship of $2,000 each. | |
| Diablo Black Men's Group | https://app.smarterselect.com/programs/54753-Diablo-Black-Mens-Group | 04/19/2019 | from $1,000 to $5,000 | Must reside in Alameda or Contra Costa Counties. Involvement as a volunteer in activities within your school or community. Have a 2.5 Grade Point Average - Overall |
| E-waste Scholarship | http://www.digitalresponsibility.org/ewaste-scholarship | 04/30/2019 | $1,000 | All grade levels can apply |
| The Tang Scholarship | https://www.pittsburg.k12.ca.us/cms/lib/CA01902661/Centricity/Domain/525/2019_tang_scholarship_application_form.pdf | 04/30/2019 | Self-identified as Asian/Pacific Islander and lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender; (at least 25% API ancestry); and involves in LGBT community; Minimum unweighted grade point average 3.0 (on a scale of 4.0) for all schools attended or attending; | |
| American Vets | http://amvets.org/scholarships/ | 04/30/2019 | ||
| The Asia SiVon Cottom Scholarship | http://asiacottom.com/scholarship-fund/apply/ | 05/07/2019 | $500 to $2,000 | |
| Kids’ Chance of California | https://www.kidschanceca.org/uploads/1/1/5/1/115193971/scholarship_kids-chance-ca-application-3-20-18.pdf | 05/15/2019 | from $1,000 to $10,000 | To be eligible for a scholarship grant, applicants must have a parent who has been killed or seriously injured as a result of a work related accident that meets the criteria of the California Workers’ Compensation Act and that has resulted in demonstrated financial need. Applicants must also meet the following requirements: Applicant must be between the ages of 16-25 at the time of the full disbursement of the Kids’ Chance of California, Inc. scholarship award. Student applicant and/or deceased |
| Tommy Smith Scholarship | http://tommysmithscholarship.com/ | 05/19/2019 | $1,000 | |
| B. Davis Scholarship | http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm | 05/24/2019 | $1,000 | |
| Tommy Smith Scholarship | http://tommysmithscholarship.com/ | 05/31/2019 | $1,000 | |
| TRIPLE-IMPACT COMPETITOR® SCHOLARSHIPS | http://www.positivecoach.org/awards-programs/triple-impact-competitor-scholarships | 05/31/2019 | $1,000-$2,000 | For Juniors Only Any high school Junior (class of 2020) Residing in the United States Plays a high school or club sport Maintains a GPA of 2.5 or higher |
| CAC (California Association of Collectors) Educational Scholarship Foundation | https://script.google.com/macros/s/AKfycbxfrsCa7VY8SKm-nc0gqQEN8I0yCaGR512-FJ935vU6o29wJSY/exec | 06/01/2019 | First Award - $2,500 Second Award - $2,000 Third Award - $1,500 | No deadline date so APPLY NOW. Essay subject: All applicants must write an original essay on the following topic: The importance ofestablishing and maintaining good financial credit during your college years. Essay guidelines: Entries must be typed, 12-point font, double spaced, and be between 700 and 1,000words. All essays must include the word count at the top of the document. Please DO NOT put yourpersonal information on any page. |
| Pureland Supply Vocational and Skilled Trade Scholarship | https://www.purelandsupply.com/t-scholarship.aspx | 06/01/2019 | $1,000 | |
| Albert and Fenner Scholarship | http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.php | 06/14/2019 | $1,000 | |
| American Muscle | https://www.americanmuscle.com/scholarships.html | 06/15/2019 | 4 scholarships for $2,000 | |
| American Trucks | https://www.americantrucks.com/scholarships.html | 06/15/2019 by 12 noon | $2,000 | |
| Big Sun | http://www.bigsunathletics.com/ | 06/19/2019 | $500 | |
| Peronsality Type Scholarship | http://www.typologycentral.com/forums/scholarship.php | 06/23/2019 | up to $2,000 | |
| Cardinal Digital Marketing Scholarship | https://www.cardinaldigitalmarketing.com/cardinal-digital-marketing-scholarship-fund/ | 07/15/2019 | $500 | |
| Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. | https://docs.wixstatic.com/ugd/a1487a_54f3c96bbff144b0a6c3e4f47719a837.pdf | Closed | $500 to $2,000 | |
| Society of Women Engineers Mt. Diablo Section | http://mtdiablo.swe.org/uploads/3/1/4/2/31426901/2018-hs-scholarship-application.pdf | Closed | $1,000 | Rules of eligibility are: 1. Be a female in her senior year of a local high school. 2. Apply to an accredited engineering school. 3. Submit proof of acceptance in a four-year accredited university for the Fall of 2018. 4. Declare an engineering major. Double majors are not eligible for this scholarship if one is outside an engineering discipline. 5. Use this one-time scholarship during the 2018-2019 school year at a four-year college majoring in engineering. |
| Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority | https://www.sgrnationaleducationfund.org/scholarship | Closed | ||
| Bay East Foundation Scholarship | https://www.cognitoforms.com/BayEastAssociationOfREALTORS/BayEastFoundationScholarshipApplication2018 | Closed | ||
| Rene Matos Scholarship | http://nhcfae.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/2015NHCFAE-Rene-Matos-Scholarship.doc.pdf | Closed | The NHCFAE Scholarship Selection Committee evaluates applicants on the following criteria:Financial NeedAcademic AchievementStudent ActivitiesHonors/AwardsCommunity InvolvementLeadershipPersonal Qualities and Strengths | |
| Cal State East Bay | https://csueastbay.academicworks.com/ | Closed | $400-$3,000 | Over 50 scholarshops for students who have been accepted for the Fall 2018 session. |
| United States Tennis Association Northern California | https://www.usta.com/content/dam/usta/sections/northern-california/norcal/pdfs/diversityandinclustion/scholarships/Champs_of_Char_Schol_2-sided_Flyer.pdf | Closed | 4 scholarships $2,000 each | Must be a tennis player in Northern California, There are 4 different scholarships: Arthur Ashe College Scholarship-Open to: All applicants Michael Chang College Scholarship- Open to: Asian American applicants Pancho Gonzalez College Scholarship-Open to: Hispanic applicants Althea Gibson College Scholarship Open to: African American applicants |
| National Head Start Association | https://www.nhsa.org/get-involved/join/membership/scholarship-and-awards | Closed | ||
| YFPA (Your Filipino Professional Association) Scholarship Program | http://www.yfpasf.com/uploads/6/0/3/3/60334911/yfpa_scholarship_program_application_2018.pdf | Closed | Must be involved in the Filipino community and have been accepted into a 4-year college/university to pursue a Bachelor’s degree | |
| HENAAC Scholarship Program 2018 (STEM) | https://henaac-scholars.org/ | Closed | ||
| 100 Bay Area Black Men | http://100blackmenba.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/100-BMBA-SCHOLARSHIP-APPLICATION-2018-2019.pdf | Closed | Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 during grades 10 through 12; A minimum of 16 hours of documented community service per academic year (4 hours per quarter or 8 hours per semester). | |
| Randy Pausch Scholarship Fund | http://www.interactive.org/foundation/scholarships.asp | Closed | $2,000 | GPA minimum: 3.3. Must be interested in music; arts, general or computer graphics. Must demonstrate financial aid, depth of character, leadership and service orientation. Must intend to enter game industry as developer of interactive entertainment. |
| Athnet Sports Recruiting Scholarship | https://www.athleticscholarships.net/scholarship-contest.htm | Closed | $1,000 | |
| Colleges Sports Recruiting Scholarship | https://www.collegesportsscholarships.com/scholarship.htm | Closed | Any current or former student athlete. You do not need to be a college athlete to apply. Current or future college students *High School seniors who will be attending college are eligible. | |
| GO Banking Rates.com Scholarship | http://www.gobankingrates.com/scholarships/ | Closed | $2,500 | Must be 18 years or older at the time of application. • Must be enrolled as a full-time student • Full application can be completed online. • No GPA Requirement. |
| Bay Area Alarm Scholarship | https://www.bayalarmmedical.com/scholarship/ | Closed | 1st place: $3,500 2nd place: $2,000 3rd place: $1,000 | Write a 500-1,000 word essay that answers the following three questions: What is the most important lesson you’ve learned from the senior you work with? How has working with seniors impacted your life/inspired you? How would you encourage others to spend more time with their grandparents or seniors in the community? |
| Student View Scholarship | http://www.student-view.com/ScholarshipWmap.html | Closed | $500-$4,000 | |
| Los Hermanos de Stanford | https://hermanos.weebly.com/scholarships.html | Closed | 1,000 | • Graduating Latin high school senior • must be attending any 2 or 4 year institution" |
| Ligurians in the World Association Scholarship | http://sfliguri.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Liguri-Scholarship-application-2018-ver.-3.pdf | Closed | Four (4) Scholarships for $2000 | One parent or grandparent of Italian Descent |
| Japanese Chamber of Commerce of Northern California Scholarship | http://www.jccnc.org/english/news/download_file.php?id=280 | Closed | Two totaling $3,000 each | US citizen with a Japanese ancestry/legal Japanese residents of the United States Have attained a cumulative GPA of 3.30 on a 4.0 scale. Will enter an accredited college or university as a full-time, degreeseeking freshman in the fall of 2018. Have demonstrated academic interests in the study of fields of USJapan relations |
| Review It Scholarship | http://chiureviewsscholarship.com/reviews.php | Closed | $1,000 | |
| Sausalito Art Festival Scholarship | http://sausalitoartfestival.formstack.com/forms/sausalito_art_festival_2015_scholarship_application_form__copy_copy_copy | Closed | Scholars must be U.S. Citizens or a Permanent Resident Alien cardholders and be eligible to receive Federal Financial Aid for Education at an accredited college, university, or other institution of higher learning. Scholars must be Residents and a 2017/18 High School graduate of the Bay Area or a student attending an accredited college, university or other institution of higher learning. The Bay Area is defined as the following counties: Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, San Francisco, San Mat | |
| Notes for the Future Scholarship Program | http://programs.applyists.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/2017-18-Notes-for-the-Future-FAQ.pdf | Closed | To be eligible for this award, you must: be a high school sophomore, junior or senior plan to study music (to any extent, e.g., composition, performance, music minor) in college submit an audio or video recording of you singing and/or performing the instrument(s) with which you possess the most skill | |
| Sigma Pi Alpha Sorority Scholarship Fund 2018 | bit.ly/SigmaPiAlphaScholarship | Closed | (1) $500 and the next nine (9) runner-up applicants $250- $400 each | Female High School Senior with a Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. • Will attend a junior college, vocational school, or a four-year institution in the fall semester of 2018. Applicant Name !2 • U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency is not a requirement for this scholarship and will not be considered during the application review |
| Rua’h Community Outreach (RCO) | https://www.pittsburg.k12.ca.us/cms/lib/CA01902661/Centricity/Domain/525/RUAH- Scholarship Application 2018.pdf | Closed | 1. You must be of African-American / Black decent. 2. Active in community service, church, civic organization, etc., 3. You must be a student in East Contra Costa County public schools or a resident of East County attending school in the Mt. Diablo School District (Central County). 4. You must have a cumulative G.P.A. of 2.5 or higher. 5. You must be a high school senior who has been accepted for admission within one year of the scholarship award as a full time student in a community college, | |
| eCoin4Dummies Scholarship For Academic Studies | https://ecoin4dummies.com/2018/01/24/ecoin4dummies-scholarship/ | Closed | $1,000 | |
| Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. Alpha Nu Omega Chapter | http://alphanuomega1929.org/2017-scholarships/ | Closed | $250-$2,000 | Must be African American student. There are several scholarships please review the requirements for each one. |
| The National Coalition of Black Woman Oakland Bay Area Chapter | http://www.onehundredblackwomen.com/programs/scholarships/ | Closed | ||
| Sigma Pi Phi Scholarship | https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Nz-g69Fm3HloPvI5RyEmUB85XmlfX_QRs2jF-tLns_8/edit | Closed | ||
| Michael Valle Scholarship | See Athletic Director Greg Strom at the North Campus Room 119 | Closed | Must be a senior softball or varsity baseball player | |
| Maya Cinemas Scholarship | https://www.pittsburg.k12.ca.us/cms/lib/CA01902661/Centricity/Domain/525/Maya Cinema Scholarship.pdf | Closed | ||
| Galvin Legal PLLC Securities Fraud Law Scholarship | https://www.galvinlegal.com/practice-area/securities-fraud-attorney#scholarship-application | Closed | $500 | |
| Don't Pay Full | https://www.dontpayfull.com/page/scholarships | Closed | ||
| Andy Peek Livestock Endowed Scholarship Fund | https://app.smarterselect.com/programs/52359-Shasta-Regional-Community-Foundation | Closed | Eligibility Criteria: Graduating high school senior or undergraduate student Presently or planning to attend a junior college, state college, or university Plans to major in Agricultural Studies (with a special emphasis in the livestock industry) | |
| Quirk Law Firm Foster Child Scholarship | https://www.quirklawyers.com/our-firm/foster-child-scholarship/ | Closed | $1,000 | |
| Jack and Jill Foundation | https://scholarships.uncf.org/Program/Details/691a2665-7d18-4a73-b957-8f80ea21efe9 | Closed | ||
| East County NAACP | https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B2jkyt45D0kwbDlydk1VaVUyU25WcjRJSlNrZnB4eXRDNkZr/view | Closed | ||
| United Energy Workers Healthcare | https://www.uewhealth.com/eeoicpa-reca/#scholarship-application | Closed | $1,000 | |
| CIF North Coast Section | http://static.psbin.com/r/8/e31vzgmggpl9yt/SCHOLAR-ATHLETE__2018_APPLICATION_FINAL.pdf | Closed | The two State winners – 1 boy and 1 girl will each receive a $5,000 scholarship. The 20 Section winners ‒ 1 boy and 1 girl each per CIF Section ‒ will receive a $1,000 scholarship. | Students must: 1. Possess no less than an unweighted cumulative (grades 9-12) grade point average of 3.50; 2. Have demonstrated athletic ability in at least two years of varsity play within California (must be participating in athletics as a senior); and 3. Most of all, have portrayed themselves as athletes of character displaying the Six Pillars of Character: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship |
| H& R Block | http://www.hrblockdollarsandsense.com/budget-challenge/?utm_source=MDR&utm_medium=EMAIL&utm_campaign=HRBlock_1705_SprBudgetChallenge#registration | Closed | 10 OPPORTUNITIES For $20,000 Scholarships | |
| PG&E Employee Resource Scholarships | https://www.pge.com/en_US/residential/in-your-community/education-programs/grants-and-scholarships/scholarship-opportunities/scholarship-opportunities.page?WT.mc_id=Vanity_scholarships | Closed | $1,000 to $10,000 | |
| The Links, Incorporated,the Oakland Chapter | http://oaklandbayarealinks.org/the-celebration-of-excellence/apply/ | Closed | ||
| Shell Oil Company Technical Scholarship Program Shell Incentive Fund Scholarship | https://www.shell.us/careers/students-and-graduates/scholarships/scholarship-opportunities-for-high-school-seniors.html | Closed | TBD | To be eligible for either award, you must: be a high school senior be a US Citizen or US Permanent Resident be authorized to work on a full-time basis in the United States without any form of sponsorship plan to enroll at one of Shell’s 20 partner universities plan to enroll full-time in one of the following majors: Geology Geophysics Physics Chemical, civil, electrical, geological, geophysical, mechanical or petroleum engineering In addition, to be considered for the Shell Incentive F |
| Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. | http://www.zetaseastbay.org/uploads/2/7/8/9/27893829/epz_2018_scholarship_application.pdf | Closed | TBD | Must be an African-American female • Must be a current high school senior in the San Francisco Bay Area • Must have at least a GPA of 3.0 • Must be attending a four-year institution starting Fall 2018 |
| Delta Sigma Theta Scholarship | https://www.ccacdst.org/educational-development-and-scholarships/ | Closed | The applicant must be an African-American high school senior, graduating from a high school in Contra Costa County in the Class of 2018 The applicant must have a minimum 3.0 GPA The applicant must plan to attend a four-year college/university, beginning Fall 2018 The applicant must be a United States citizen | |
| Omega Psi Phi | http://www.sigmaiota.com/index.php/our-programs/scholarships | Closed | $1,000 | |
| Bio Rad Scholarship | https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B7VdObAm5Eu7Ri1ndjMyY01OQnRSd051Ql9XOFVkc1pnVUxJ/view | Closed | $1500 | |
| 50 Plus Club | https://www.pittsburg.k12.ca.us/cms/lib/CA01902661/Centricity/Domain/525/Pittsburg 50 Plus Educational Scholarship 2.pdf | Closed | Three $1,000 scholarships | |
| Wa Sung Community Service Club | https://www.pittsburg.k12.ca.us/cms/lib/CA01902661/Centricity/Domain/525/Wang Sung.pdf | Closed | one $2,500 and numerous $1,500 | Must be of Asian descent |
| Quest Bridge | https://www.pittsburg.k12.ca.us/cms/lib/CA01902661/Centricity/Domain/525/Quest Bridge.pdf | Closed | Must be a junior in the top 5-10% of your class | |
| East Contra Costa Republican Women Federation | https://ca01001129.schoolwires.net/cms/lib7/CA01001129/Centricity/Domain/792/ECC%20Republican%20Womens%20Scholarship%20Application.pdf | Closed | $1,000 | Must be a female senior who resides in Contra Costa County |
| Soledad Fernandez Scholarship | https://www.pittsburg.k12.ca.us/cms/lib/CA01902661/Centricity/Domain/525/Soledad Fernandez Scholarship.pdf | Closed | $5,000 | Must be of Filipino Descent (full to 50% Filipino) |
| Growing Up Asian in America Theme:My Hope for the Future | http://asianpacificfund.org/what-we-do/awards/growing-up-asian-in-america/ | Closed | $500 | Students of all backgrounds including Chinese, Filipino, Indian, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and other Asian, Pacific Islander and multiracial ethnicities are invited to submit entries. |
| Nature Saving | https://www.pittsburg.k12.ca.us/cms/lib/CA01902661/Centricity/Domain/525/Student Scholarship.org.tif | Closed | ||
| Foster Child College Scholarship | https://www.quirklawyers.com/our-firm/foster-child-scholarship/ | Closed | $1,000 | • This scholarship is available to incoming college students who are currently or were placed in foster care or placed into a ward, group home or private home of a state certified caregiver/foster parent. |
| First Generation Scholarship | https://www.quirklawyers.com/our-firm/first-generation-college-scholarship/ | Closed | • This scholarship is available to incoming college students who's parents have never graduated from a 4-year college/university or a 2-year community college upon graduation from high school. | |
| East Bay PLTW Engineering Pathways | https://www.pltw.org/experience-pltw/student-opportunities?utm_source=myPLTW_Direct_02.01.2018&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=myPLTW_Direct | Closed | Amount varies | For students who plan to attend Cal Poly Pomona or San Diego State |
| AT&T Lewis Howard Latimer Scholarship | https://cnaatpbayarea.wufoo.com/forms/m1gi15g09n8gw9/ | Closed | Up to $2,000 | Completely filled out online application - 1 Letter of Recommendations - Essay - Personal Photo - Current HS Transcript |
| Floyd Dupree Burrell, Jr. Heartbeat Scholarship | https://www.pittsburg.k12.ca.us/cms/lib/CA01902661/Centricity/Domain/525/Floyd Dupree Burrell Jr. Heartbeat Scholarship.pdf | Closed | Must be a PHS Student | |
| The Pinay Aspire Scholarship | http://www.pinayaspirations.org/scho.html | Closed | $1,000 | Must be of Filipino descent |
| Bay Area Sports Hall of Fame Toyota/Steve Young Scholar-Athlete Award | http://bashof.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Steve_Young_Toyota_Scholarship_Letter_and_Application-2018.pdf | Closed | $2,500 | |
| Ray O. & Betty Zoe Pearson Memorial Scholarship | https://www.pittsburg.k12.ca.us/cms/lib/CA01902661/Centricity/Domain/525/Ray O and Betty Zoe Pearson Memorial.pdf | Closed | $1,500 | |
| C. Colombo Lodge #1515 ,Order Sons of Italy in America | https://www.pittsburg.k12.ca.us/cms/lib/CA01902661/Centricity/Domain/525/C. Columbo Lodge 1315.pdf | Closed | Must be of Italian Descent, Must have 3.0 GPA | |
| California Interscholastic Federation(CIF) - North Coast Section (NCS) Foundation Scholarship | http://www.cifncs.org/parents-students/foundation_scholarship_application.pdf | Closed | A total of at least eight $1,000 | To be eligible for consideration, a nominee must: Currently enrolled as a senior student in good standing and a candidate for graduation from a North Coast Section member high school. Currently earning a cumulative GPA (grades 9-12) of 3.3 or higher. Participated in a varsity sport during his/her senior year. Demonstrated a commitment to school investment through school leadership or school service. Demonstrated a commitment to community investment through volunteerism (e.g. volunteer |
| Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity | https://www.pittsburg.k12.ca.us/cms/lib/CA01902661/Centricity/Domain/525/Alpha Phi Alpha.pdf | Closed | ||
| MIT THINK Scholars Programs | https://think.mit.edu/ | CLOSED 01/01/2019 | $500 | |
| Foot Locker | http://footlockerscholarathletes.com/about | CLOSED 01/02/2019 | The $20,000 scholarship will be awarded in four equal annual payments of $5,000 throughout the winner's four-year college career. Keep in mind that we generally send the scholarship directly to the winner's college to be applied to tuition and fees. The winner of the Ken C. Hicks scholarship will receive an additional $5,000 to their total award. That winner's college will receive their scholarship in four installments of $6,250. | Have a minimum GPA of 3.0. |
| GE Reagan Foundation Scholarship | https://www.reaganfoundation.org/education/scholarship-programs/ge-reagan-foundation-scholarship-program/ | CLOSED 01/04/2019 | numerous recipients to receive a $10,000 | demonstrate at school, at the workplace, and within the community the attributes of leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship; demonstrate strong academic performance (minimum 3.0 grade point average/4.0 scale or equivalent); be citizens of the United States of America; be current high school seniors attending high school in the United States (students living on U.S. Armed Forces base and homeschooled students are also eligible); and plan to enroll in a full-time undergraduate course of stud |
| Ron Brown Scholarship | https://www.ronbrown.org/Media/Default/MediaGalleries/ApplicationPDFs/2019RBSPScholarshipApplication.pdf | CLOSED 01/09/2019 | To be eligible, applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents, Black/African American and current high school seniors at the time of their application. Current college students are not eligible to apply. Applicants should demonstrate academic achievement, exhibit leadership ability, participate in community service activities and have a demonstrated financial need | |
| APIA Scholarship Program | http://www.apiasf.org/scholarship_apiasf.html | CLOSED 01/10/2019 | Be of Asian and/or Pacific Islander ethnicity as defined by the U.S. Census Be a citizen, national, or legal permanent resident of the United States. Citizens of the Republic of the Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia and the Republic of Palau are also eligible to apply Be enrolling as an undergraduate student in a U.S. accredited college or university in the Fall of 2019. Please read the scholarships by supporter details below for specific eligibility requirements regarding the aca | |
| United States JCI Foundation Scholarship | https://www.usjcisenate.org/scholarship-program | CLOSED 01/11/2019 | $1,000 | |
| Varsity Tutors Monthly Scholarship | http://www.varsitytutors.com/college-scholarship | CLOSED 01/15/2019 | Amount varies | Open to all high school students 16 years or older, Monthly scholarships available |
| Don & Roy Splawn Scholarship | https://online.foundationsource.com/public/home/splawnscholarship | CLOSED 09/30/2018 | $1,000 | High school senior (graduating) CA Resident Financial need 2.6 GPA or above Employment: Paid of unpaid, community service, extracurricular activities |
| ACT College and Career Readiness Champion Scholarship | http://www.act.org/readinesschampions | CLOSED 10/15/2018 | $500 | |
| ExtremeTerrain | https://www.extremeterrain.com/scholarships.html | CLOSED 10/15/2018 | 2 x $3,000 | |
| Elks Most Valuable Student | https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/mvs.cfm | CLOSED 11/15/2018 | $4,000 | Eligibility: Current high school seniors, or the equivalent, who are citizens of the United States are eligible to apply. Applicants need not be related to a member of the Elks. High school graduates are not eligible to apply. Applicants must be citizens of the United States on the date their applications are signed; permanent legal resident status does not qualify. |
| James Cox Student Photography Scholarships | https://www.jamesalancoxfoundation.org/apply/ | CLOSED 11/15/2018 | $2,500 | |
| Fisher & Talwar Legal Inspiration Scholarship | https://www.fishertalwar.com/scholarship/ | CLOSED 11/15/2018 | $1,000 | |
| Dealspotr | https://dealspotr.com/scholarship | CLOSED 11/16/2018 | $1,000 | |
| National Space Club Scholarship | https://www.spaceclub.org/scholarship/index.html | CLOSED 11/30/2018 | up to $10,000 | |
| VIP Scholarship | https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/13667/vip_scholarship_scholarship.php#sthash.bdW2mr5r.dpbs | CLOSED 11/30/2018 | $5,00 | |
| Comcast Leaders and Achievers Scholarship | https://learnmore.scholarsapply.org/leadersandachievers/?utm_source=ComContacte2&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Comcast2019&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9NW5bO2V_EFXZi-8RxrI714ck81pGhlfB7meRbcsB1ArmWY1UaRZbxAgQyxa9SrMHmL5PkhqMQ4rpaDFXhcTMtkV-vCmL5k5tOrDSOZDveiaUVhi8&_hsmi=67340878 | CLOSED 12/07/2018 | $2,500 | Have a demonstrated commitment to community service, outstanding qualities in character, integrity and leadership * Be enrolled as a high school senior * Reside in a community served by Comcast and/or in one of the following NBC or Telemundo markets: Boston, Chicago, Dallas-Fort Worth, El Paso, Los Angeles, McAllen (TX), New York, Orlando, Philadelphia, Phoenix, San Antonio, San Diego and Washington, D.C. * Plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited two- or four-ye |
| Burger King James W. McLamore WHOPPER Scholarship | https://www.scholarsapply.org/burgerkingscholars/ | CLOSED 12/15/2018 | TBD | Be an employee* of Burger King Corporation or a participating BURGER KING |
| Final Fantasy Fan Scholarship | https://www.finalfantasyxvapp.com/scholarship | CLOSED 12/15/2018 | $1,000 | |
| Imagine America Scholarship | https://www.imagine-america.org/students/scholarships-education/highschoolscholarships/highschoolscholarshipsapplicationprocess/ | CLOSED 12/31/2018 | $1,000 | |
| CrossLitess Scholarsship | http://crosslites.org/# | CLOSED 12/31/2018 | $4,000 | |
| Harris Poll Scholarship | https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/14804/harris_poll_scholarship_scholarship.php#sthash.nEyRb272.dpbs | CLOSED 12/31/2018 | $1,000 | |
| CAP Bay Area Scholarship | https://making-waves.org/how/cap/cap-bay-area/ | CLOSED 12/31/2018 | Up to $5,000 | Must be a high school senior, four-year college bound, live in and attend high school in one of the nine Bay Area counties, and have an Estimated Family Contribution (based on the FAFSA) below $5,000, then you are eligible for CAP Bay Area. If you do not meet ALL these criteria, then, unfortunately, you are not eligible to apply. |
| AXA Achievement Scholarship | https://www.scholarsapply.org/axa-achievement/ | CLOSED 12/31/2018 | From that pool of 52 winners, ten are selected as national winners and receive an additional $15,000, bringing the national AXA Achievers’ total scholarship awards to $25,000 each. | |
| Gen and Kelly Tanabe Scholarship | http://www.genkellyscholarship.com/ | CLOSED 12/31/2018 | $1,000 | |
| ZipRecruiter Scholarship | https://www.ziprecruiter.com/scholarship | CLOSED 12/31/2018 | $3,000 | |
| Active Life Scholarship for Financial Literacy | http://www.getupgetactive.org/scholarship/ | CLOSED 12/31/2018 | $1,000 | Short Answer In 3-5 sentences please answer ONE of the following: Why is being financially literate important to you? -OR- What's the best lesson you've learned about money? |
| Active Life Scholarship for Political Expression | http://www.getupgetactive.org/active-life-political-awarenes/ | CLOSED 12/31/2018 | $1,000 | Short Answer In 3-5 sentences please answer ONE of the following: Why is it important for you to be politically active? -OR- What's one way you've expressed your political views? |
| Active Life Scholarship to Tackle Your Weakness | http://www.getupgetactive.org/active-life-weakness/ | CLOSED 12/31/2018 | $1,000 | Short Answer In 3-5 sentences please answer ONE of the following: What do you consider one of your greatest weaknesses? -OR- Why is it important to try to improve a weakness? |
| AreaVibes.com | http://www.areavibes.com/scholarships/ | CLOSED 12/31/2018 | $2,500 | Must be a legal resident of the United States. Must be 16 - 25 years old. Must be currently attending a High School, University or college during the 2018 calendar year. Provide your 250 word essay (How does Livability play a factor in selecting a college?) before 31st May 2018. A winner will be chosen by the 15th June 2018. |
| Golden Door Scholarship | https://www.goldendoorscholars.org/app/open | CLOSED for the 2018-2019 school year | Golden Door is a nonprofit scholarship organization which provides large college scholarships to high performing students with DACA. Focus is on students interested who are interested in Computer Science, Tech, Data Science, Engineering, Math or similar fields. | |
| Chegg $1000 Monthly Scholarship | http://www.chegg.com/scholarships | open every month | Varies | |
| The Gaines-Jones Education Foundation | http://gaines-jones.org/wp-content/uploads/GJEF_2018-App_HS-Seniors.pdf | Will Open 02/01/2019 | $500 to $2,000 | African-American high school seniors from Southwest Georgia (the counties of: Baker, Calhoun, Colquitt, Decatur, Dougherty, Early, Grady, Lee, Miller, Mitchell, Seminole, Terrell, Thomas, or Worth) or the San Francisco Bay Area (the counties of: Marin, Sonoma, Contra Costa, Alameda, or San Francisco); • And college-bound, graduating Class of 2018 |
