Outside Scholarships for LPC Students

SchoolHouse Connection Scholarship Program

This is the only national scholarship program designed just for youth who have experienced homelessness, offering support from college through to your career. We’re excited you’re thinking about applying!

To apply, make sure you include:

• An unofficial or official transcript

• One essay that answers all three prompts

• At least one letter of recommendation

Who Can Apply?

You're eligible if:

• You were born on or after June 2, 2005

• You're starting college for the first time in 2026 (it’s okay if you’ve earned some college credit in high school)

• You’re a high school junior, in a GED or alternative education program, or a recent graduate or GED recipient

Undocumented students who meet these criteria are welcome to apply.

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Panda Cares Scholars Program

Scholarship Opportunity for First-Year College Students

The Panda Cares Scholars Program is now accepting applications through UNCF, offering scholarships of up to $5,000.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. citizen, national, or legal permanent resident

• Maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA on an unweighted 4.0 scale

• Demonstrate financial need (verified by your college or university)

• Be enrolled full-time at a U.S.-based accredited two-year or four-year college or university

Deadline:

April 2, 2025, at 8:45 PM PST

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Scholarship Details:

• Award Amount: $2,000 – $3,500 per recipient
• Application Deadline: May 1
• Open to: Female college sophomores & juniors (2nd or 3rd year students)
• Eligibility Criteria:
  • Must have attended high school and/or currently reside in Livermore, Pleasanton, Dublin, or Sunol
  • Must be currently enrolled in college as a sophomore or junior

Exciting News! Last year, one of our scholarship winners was from LPC!

Apply Now: https://lpd-ca.aauw.net/activities/scholarships/

The California Community Colleges Student Financial Aid Administrators Association (CCCSFAAA) is awarding five (5) $1,000 scholarships as part of the Tim Bonnel Memorial Scholarship Fund. This opportunity is available for Former Foster Youth enrolled at select California community colleges.

Details

• APPLICATION
• Scholarship Amount: $1,000 each (5 awards)
• Eligibility: Former Foster Youth attending a California community college
• Application Deadline: March 5, 2025
• How to Apply: Submit your application online by the deadline

Selection Process

• After the application deadline, all submissions will be sent to the Financial Aid Director at your college for review with each college nominating up to two students for consideration.

For more information, contact our Office.

The Foundation for California Community Colleges (FoundationCCC) is offering to support underrepresented students pursuing careers in insurance, risk management, and financial services. This scholarship aims to increase diversity in these industries by providing financial assistance to eligible California Community College (CCC) students.

Scholarship Details

• Total Funds Available for 2025: $19,200
• Student Application Period: February 1 – October 31, 2025
• College Invoice Deadline: November 1, 2025
• How to Apply: Submit an application through your college’s Financial Aid or Scholarship Office.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for this scholarship, students must:
Be an underrepresented student pursuing a certificate or degree in:

• Insurance, Risk Management, Financial Services
• Business Administration (with a concentration in insurance and benefits)
  -Be eligible for a California College Promise Grant or demonstrate financial need.
  -Be enrolled in and complete at least 3 units per semester (or the quarter equivalent) in an eligible course.

Scholarship Overview

Non-Competitive – Any student who meets the eligibility criteria and applies through their Financial Aid or Scholarship Office will receive funding until all funds are disbursed.
First-Come, First-Served – Scholarships are awarded until the $19,200 fund is exhausted.
Funding Amount:

• Up to $600 per semester (or adjusted for quarter terms).
• Maximum of $1,200 per academic year.
  -Eligible Expenses: Scholarships can be used for: Tuition & fees, Books & supplies, Other educational expenses
  -Applicable Terms: Available for Fall, Spring, and Summer terms (if enrolled in eligible coursework).

How to Apply

1. Check eligibility with your Financial Aid or Scholarship Office.
2. Submit an application before October 31, 2025.
3. Your college will verify your eligibility and submit an invoice to FoundationCCC for payment.

More Info & Application Details: FoundationCCC Website
Questions? Email advancement@foundationccc.org

The Kaleidoscope Scholarship supports students at California Community Colleges (CCC) who are making a meaningful impact in their communities by promoting diversity, inclusivity, and social equity.

This $500 scholarship recognizes students who demonstrate resilience, leadership, and a commitment to positive change. It honors those whose unique perspectives and advocacy reflect an understanding of how identities such as race, gender, socioeconomic status, LGBTQ+ identities, and more intersect to shape lived experiences.

Who Should Apply?

This scholarship is designed for students who are actively fostering an inclusive and equitable campus or community environment.

Eligibility

• Open to all actively enrolled CCC students who contribute to diversity, inclusion, and social justice in their communities.
• Applicants' information will remain confidential unless they provide informed consent.

Selection Criteria

Promising applicants will demonstrate:

• Resilience and commitment to education despite personal or systemic challenges
• Engagement in initiatives that foster inclusivity and support diverse identities
  Understanding of intersectionality, recognizing how various identities shape experiences and perspectives
• Advocacy through social justice efforts, peer support, or initiatives that create a more equitable community

How to Apply

To apply, complete the Application Form by answering questions that highlight your contributions, character, and aspirations.

Important Dates

Application Deadline: February 14, 2025, by 11:59 PM
Award Notifications: March 2025
Announcement Event: CCC LGBTQ+ Summit in April 2025

For questions regarding the application process, contact conferences@foundationccc.org.

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Applications Accepted: January 14, 2025 - March 14, 2025

Scholarship Application

DEADLINE: March 07, 2025

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Scholarships are available to students who meet one or more of the following criteria:

• Born in California
• Members of the Native Daughters of the Golden West (NDGW)
• Eligible to affiliate with the NDGW
• Have a familial relationship with an NDGW member (unless otherwise noted)

Academic Requirements

Applicants must:

• Be a senior or graduate from an accredited high school
• Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50 (or equivalent)
• OR have obtained a GED (Graduate Equivalency Degree) or Certificate of Completion

Sponsorship Requirement

All applicants must be sponsored by an NDGW Parlor to be considered

Other Requirements:

AWARD: $850 - $2000

Application packets must be postmarked by April 11, 2025 & will be notified of the outcome by May.

For further information, please contact Chairman Dawn Dunlap, PGP at NDGW.edu@gmail.com or 805-395-0113 
FLYER

DEADLINE: April 11, 2025

Osher Scholarships for Students

Public Health Scholarships

I Can Afford College -  California Community Colleges

• Scholarships for LGBTQ+ Students
• Stem Scholarships for LGBTQ+ Students

Cultivating enterprising leaders to prosper in the workforce.

Qualifications:

• Community College Transfer Student
• Entering 4-year university as a Junior
• Plan to earn Bachelor’s degree within 2 years
• Resident of CA or CO
• Financial need
• Strong GPA
• Committed to a career plan