Scholarship Information
Recommended Scholarship Search Sites
(these are national databases available to all students seeking scholarships)
LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION
Most scholarships will ask for at least 1 letter of recommendation. When you ask someone to write you a letter, make sure you ask early (at least 2 weeks before you need it) and give them a resume or "brag sheet" about yourself to help them write a high quality and personalized letter. Use the document below to create your brag sheet:
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Current Scholarships
Scholarships are listed in alphabetical order. Please read carefully for scholarship criteria and deadlines!
Please notify Mrs. Brooks ([email protected]) if any links are not working.
Upcoming deadlines are highlighted in red!
AKA PEARLS AND IVY FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
Seniors, identify as Black or African American, from the Central Valley
Application requires application form, personal statement, letter of recommendation, transcript
AWARD AMOUNT - TBD
Deadline to Apply - April 5, 2024
AKA Pearls & Ivy Scholarship Application Form (make a copy to fill out)
ALPHA PHI ALPHA IOTA NU LAMBDA SCHOLARSHIP
Senior, 2.75+ GPA, attending college in Fall 2024, participating in African American High School Recognition Ceremony at Fresno State in June
Application requires 3 short essays
AWARD AMOUNT - varies, multiple scholarships given
Deadline to apply - May 1, 2024
ACSA TEACHER OF TOMORROW SCHOLARSHIP
Seniors who are a member of the Teacher of Tomorrow Club, CTE Education Pathway, or Education Related Field of Study and carry a minimum 3.0 GPA
Application, statement of college and career goals, 2 letters of recommendation
AWARD AMOUNT - $TBD
Deadline to apply - April 19, 2024 by 5:00 p.m.
ACSA TEACHER OF TOMORROW SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION (Make a copy of the google form)
ASSOCIATION OF CA ADMINISTRATORS (ACSA) FRESNO COUNTY CHARTER SCHOLARSHIP
Seniors whose parent/guardian is a member of ACSA, 3.0 GPA
Application, Statement of college and career goals, 2 letters of recommendation
AWARD AMOUNT - $TBD
Deadline to apply - April 19, 2024 by 5:00 p.m.
ACSA FRESNO COUNTY CHARTER SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION(Make a copy of the google form)
BIOLA PERSHING ELEMENTARY ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP
Seniors, graduating from Central Unified, attended Biola-Pershing elementary
Application requires student to create account on www.goingmerry.com (student will need to upload transcript, 1 letter of recommendation, and recent photo)
AWARD AMOUNT - TBD
Deadline to apply - March 24, 2024
CALTRANS DISTRICT 6/CENTRAL REGION TRANSPORTATION SCHOLARSHIP
High school seniors in Fresno, Madera, Kings, Kern or Tulare counties who will pursue a career in a transportation-related field.
AWARD AMOUNT: $1,000-$2,000
Deadline to Apply: March 31, 2024
CALTRANS DISTRICT 6/CENTRAL REGION EMPLOYEE FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP
High school seniors in Fresno, Madera, Kings, Kern or Tulare counties related to a current, former, or retired Caltrans District 6 employee who will pursue a career in a transportation-related field.
AWARD AMOUNT: $1,000-$2,000
Deadline to Apply: March 31, 2024
CENTRAL ELEMENTARY ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP
Seniors, graduating from Central Unified, attended Herndon Barstow elementary
Application requires student to create account on www.goingmerry.com (student will need to upload transcript, 1 letter of recommendation, and recent photo)
AWARD AMOUNT - $250
Deadline to apply - March 24, 2024
CRAIG SCHOOL OF BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP
Senior, attending Fresno State majoring in Business, 3.5 GPA or higher
Application requires Fresno State General Scholarship application first, 2 letters of recommendation required
AWARD AMOUNT - $25,000 (paid out over 4 years)
Deadline to Apply - April 2, 2024
DELTA SIGMA THETA SJVAC SCHOLARSHIP
Senior, 2.5+ GPA, attending college in Fall 2024, participating in African American High School Recognition Ceremony at Fresno State in June
Application requires 500 word essay on importance of community service
AWARD AMOUNT - varies, multiple scholarships given
Deadline to apply - April 12, 2024
EYE MEDICAL CENTER SCHOLARSHIP
Seniors from eligible high schools, 3.0 GPA or higher, enrolling in college for Fall 2024
Application requires application form, transcript, 500 word essay, proof of enrollment in college
Award Amount - $500
Deadline to apply - March 31, 2024
GRIZZLY ALUMNI FUND SCHOLARSHIP
Seniors, graduating from Central East High School, 2.5 GPA or higher
Application requires student to create account on www.goingmerry.com (student will need to write 2 short essays, upload transcript and recent photo)
AWARD AMOUNT - $1,000 (2 available)
Deadline to apply - July 1, 2024
JIM A. YOVINO STUDENTS OF PROMISE SCHOLARSHIP
Seniors, 2.5+ GPA in grades 10-12, graduating from public Fresno County HS and attending college or CTE program
Application requires application form, 3 short answers and 1 essay
AWARD AMOUNT - $1,000
Deadline to apply - April 15, 2024
KEVVY'S ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIP
Senior from Fresno-area, participating in African-American High School Recognition Program, 2.5 GPA or higher, played a sport 4 years in HS,
Application requires 4 short-answer questions, letter of recommendation from a coach, transcript
AWARD AMOUNT - TBD
Deadline to Apply - May 10, 2024
MARTIN MACIAS HONORARY SCHOLARSHIP
Seniors, current or former English Learner, must meet requirements for Seal of Biliteracy (see Mrs. Brooks if you are unsure if you qualify)
Application, essay, 1 letter of recommendation, transcript, proof of Seal of Biliteracy
AWARD AMOUNT - $1,000
Deadline to apply - April 12, 2024
MCKINLEY ELEMENTARY ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP
Seniors, graduating from Central Unified, attended McKinley elementary
Application requires student to create account on www.goingmerry.com (student will need to upload transcript, 1 letter of recommendation, and recent photo)
AWARD AMOUNT - $500
Deadline to apply - March 21, 2024
NOVIA WALTON MEDICAL SCHOLARSHIP
Senior from Fresno-are, participating in African-American High School Recognition Program, 2.7 GPA or higher, majoring in medical-related field
Application requires 4 short-answer questions, letter of recommendation, transcript
AWARD AMOUNT - TBD
Deadline to Apply - May 10, 2024
PG&E BETTER TOGETHER STEM SCHOLARSHIPS
Seniors, living in CA, majoring in engineering, computer science, environmental science or cyber security
Application completed online
AWARD AMOUNT - varies, multiple scholarships given
Deadline to Apply - TBD
TILLEY ELEMENTARY ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP
Seniors, graduating from Central Unified, attended Tilley elementary
Application requires student to create account on www.goingmerry.com (student will need to upload transcript, 1 letter of recommendation, and recent photo)
AWARD AMOUNT - $250
Deadline to apply - March 24, 2024
This is a list of scholarships offered locally that has been curated by EECU
Amounts, requirements, and deadlines will vary.
Amounts, requirements and deadlines will vary.
Amounts, requirements and deadlines will vary.
NROTC Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps
Juniors
$180,000 (minimum)
4-5 year obligation active duty upon college graduation