Institutional Scholarship Opportunities
Taft College Academic Merit Award
Any graduating high school senior in the West Kern Community College District (Taft & Maricopa High School) who has a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better and enrolls in 12 units at Taft College as a first time college student within one year of receiving the award.
No application required.
Submit final high school transcript to the college
$300 per semester up to two (2) semesters depending on continued eligibility.
Taft College Scholarship
California residents
Maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA
Pass 12 units with a 3.0 GPA in the previous semester and enroll in 12 or more units in the next semester to maintain the scholarship
$125 per semester up to four (4) semesters depending on continued eligibility
Taft College Non-Resident Scholarship
A Non-Resident student entering Taft College with a 3.00 or better high school cumulative grade point average or a 3.00 cumulative grade point average as a full-time college student the previous term and enrolls as a full-time student is eligible to receive the Non-Resident scholarship. The student must attend on-campus to receive the non-resident scholarship.
This scholarship is applied to Non-Resident tuition and can be earned a maximum of two semesters.
To receive the second semester Non-Resident scholarship, the student must have passed 12 or more units and maintain a 3.00 or better cumulative grade point average and re-enroll as a full-time student. A Non-Resident student who enters Taft College as a full time student with a cumulative grade point average of less than 3.00 and earns a 3.00 or better in 12 or more units at Taft College and re-enrolls as a full time student may receive a Non-Resident scholarship for one semester.
It is highly recommended all students complete the FAFSA or California Dream Act Application.
Additional Scholarship Opportunities
There are many outside scholarships available to qualified students. Business firms, organizations and four-year colleges provide scholarships for students. Notices regarding scholarship opportunities are posted throughout the year on the website. The college library is also an excellent source of information regarding scholarship opportunities. The following websites on outside scholarships is provided for your reference. Taft College does not endorse any specific site.
Hope for Healing Scholarship
Undergraduate scholarship applicants must be currently enrolled in a four-year degree program or show proof of acceptance to an institution which offers four-year degrees
Must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher in the last completed academic year at a four-year institution, a GPA of 3.0 or higher in the most recent quarter or semester, or if no college has completed a 3.5 high school GPA
Academic focus in the area of mental and behavioral health or psychiatric nursing as demonstrated by a major or minor course of study
https://fherehab.com/hope-for-healing-scholarship
January 15, 2021
SB Builders and Construction Scholarship Opportunity
Any undergraduate or graduate who is currently enrolled in an accredited college, university or graduate school may apply for this scholarship. Proof of enrollment is required
https://sbbuildersandconstructioninc.com/scholarship/
January 31st
Paradigm Building Group Scholarship
Graduating high school senior or current college student with a GPA of 3.0 or higher
Interest in interior design, building construction or management, architecture, civil engineering or other field related to building and remodeling homes
Funds are to be applied towards tuition, books and /or other fees associated with attending school
Students must be attending a school anywhere in the U.S.
February 5, 2021
http://www.paradigmbuildinggroup.com/paradigm-building-group-scholarship/
Joe I. Zaid & Associates University Student Scholarship
Should be an ambitious or currently enrolled U.S. college student
18 years of age (parental consent required if under 18)
February 15, 2021
http://www.joezaid.com/scholarships/
Melmed Law Group Collegiate Scholarship
Students must be a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident
Students must either be a law student or have completed at least one year of college or university and be currently enrolled
https://www.melmedlaw.com/scholarship/
February 15th
$1500 Local Realty Service 2021 Scholarship
Must be a high school senior, in college or in graduate school in order to be eligible.
Must be a resident of the United States
https://www.localrealtyservice.com/the-1500-local-realty-service-2020-scholarship
February 17, 2021
The Nosrati Law College Scholarship
Applicants must be U.S. Citizens
Applicants must provide proof of current enrollment or acceptance at an accredited college or trade school
Applicants already attending college must be able to show they are maintain a 3.0 GPA or higher and provide documentations of such
February 20 annually
http://www.nosratilaw.com/#scholarship
Drew Lewis Scholarship
18 years or older
Attending an accredited college or law school in the U.S.
A minimum 3.0 GPA
http://www.drewlewis.law/scholarship/
April 30, 2021
Breathing For Tomorrow
College-bound students who have lost a loved one to lung cancer
https://www.pintas.com/about/scholarships/breathing-for-tomorrow-lung-cancer-scholarship/
May 15th
Medical Billing Service Review Health and Technology Scholarship
All applicants must be enrolled, or due to enrolled, as a full-time student at an accredited US college or university for the semester which they are applying
Applicants are not required to have a minimum GPA
Applicants of any major may apply
Domestic, international and undocumented students may apply
Students attending online universities may apply
Students must have a personal interest in health and technology
https://medicalbillingservicereview.com/health-and-technology-scholarship/
June 1st, annually
Financial Education PSA Scholarship
Be a current undergraduate student OR an incoming freshman at an accredited college or university in the United States
Submit a copy of college or high school transcripts
June 15, 2021
http://www.highriselealfunding.com/financial-education-psa-scholarship/
Veterans & Military Family Scholarship
Currently serving in the military, honorably discharged or have an active duty or retired military spouse or parent. All branches of the U.S. military qualify:
- U.S. Army and Reserves
- U.S. navy and Reserves
- U.S. Air Force and Reserves
- U.S. Marine Corps and Reserves
- U.S. Coast Guard and Reserves
- National Guard and Reserves
Accepted into or currently enrolled in an accredited U.S. junior college, college or university
Currently have a GPA of 3.0 or higher
http://www.sinklaw.com/veterans-military-family-scholarship/
June 15, 2021
Hammack Law Firm Living with Autism Scholarship
Be accepted to or enrolled in an accredited institution of higher learning
http://hammackfirm.com/about/living-with-autism-scholarship/
June 15, 2021
Law Office of Cohen & Jaffe Community Volunteer Scholarship
Have a GPA of 2.5 (applies to students already in college when applying)
Be admitted to or enrolled in an accredited college or university
Provide proof of citizenship as well as a college or high school transcript
https://www.cohenjaffe.com/about/community-volunteer-scholarship/
June 15, 2021
Dallas Car Accident Lawyers Cancer Awareness Scholarship
You or a loved one has been diagnosed with cancer (any type)
You have accepted to or are currently enrolled in an accredited university in the U.S. (Both undergraduate and graduate students are encouraged to apply)
You have a minimum 3.0 GPA
http://www.dallascaraccidentlawyers.net/cancer-awareness-scholarship/
June 15, 2021
Future Leaders in Technology Scholarship
Be a high school, college, or university student pursuing a degree in computer science or electrical engineering or data science
http://www.virtasant.com/scholarship/
June 30th
The ABC Fundraising Volunteer Recognition $1,500 College Scholarship
Current high school junior, high school senior, college undergraduate, or graduate students who have participated in consistent volunteer work
http://www.abcfundraising.com/college-scholarship
June 30 annually
Virginia Vein Care Annual Scholarship Program
Applicants must be enrolled or accepted to an accredited US college or university
If enrolled, applicants must have a GPA of 2.5 or greater
http://www.virginiaveincare.com/scholarship/
July 7, 2021
2021 Health & Wellness Scholarship Program
Over the age of 18 and enrolled in a full-time graduate or undergraduate program at an accredited learning institution.
https://supplementrelief.com/scholarship/#fndtn-scholarship-2021
July 30, 2021
The Life Coach Spotter Scholarship
All applicants must be enrolled, or due to be enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited US college or university for the semester they are applying to receive the scholarship
Applicants are not required to have a minimum GPA
Applicants are not required to have specific major
Domestic, international and undocumented students may apply
http://www.lifespotter.com/scholarship/
August 1st annually
Land of the Free Scholarship
Applicants must be either enrolled or accepted for enrollment in an accredited college, university or law school in the United States on August 15, 2021
https://www.dfw.law/scholarship
August 15, 2021
The Kreeger Law Firm College Scholarship
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen
Applicant must be currently attending or accepted to an accredited college, university or trade school
If currently a post-secondary institution, applicant must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
If currently in high school and have been accepted to a post-secondary institution, applicant must have a cumulative high school GPA of 3.0 or higher
https://www.kreegerlaw.com/car-accident-attorney-in-sacramento-california/#scholarship
August 15th
The Supporting Local Businesses Scholarship
All applicants must be enrolled, or due to be enrolled, as a full-time student at an accredited US college or university for the semester that they are applying to receive the scholarship
Applicants are not required to have a minimum GPA
Applicants are not required to have a specific Major
Domestic, international and undocumented students may apply
Student attending online universities are welcome to apply
http://www.wemounttvs.com/scholarship/
September 5th annually
Ronald Hedding Law Firm $2,500 Student Scholarship
Must be enrolled in an accredited college, university, or law school in the United States
Applicants can include high school seniors, college freshmen, sophomores, juniors, seniors, JD
Applicant must provide the name and location of the school where they are enrolled
Applicant must include a statement of financial need
https://www.heddinglawfirm.com/scholarship/
October 1, yearly
Drug Lawsuit Source College Scholarship
Must be a currently enrolled in a U.S. high school, trade school, apprentice school, junior college, college, university or graduate school in the United States
November 1, 2021
http://www.druglawsuitsource.com
Single Parent Student Scholarship
Must be a single parent helping to raise at least one child
Must be currently enrolled in a U.S. high school, trade school, apprentice school, junior college, college, university or graduate school in the United States
Must have a GPA of 2.7 or higher and are required to submit a copy of transcript indicating GPA.
November 1, 2021
http://www.druglawsuitsource.com/single-parent-scholarship/
Dirk Derrick Car & Truck Accident Injury Scholarship
Any current or soon-to-be undergraduate student in the United States who has had his or her life altered due to an injury from a car or truck accident, be that of a loved one, or an influential individual.
https://www.derricklawfirm.com/library/scholarship.cfm
December 15 annually
Certa Law Personal Injury & Wrongful Death Scholarship
Any current or soon-to-be-undergrad who have had their life altered due to a bodily injury from an automotive or pedestrian accident, be it their own injury, that of a loved one, or an influential individual
https://www.certalaw.com/certa-law-personal-injury-wrongful-death-scholarship
December 20th annually
Scholarships with no deadline indicated
The Blanch Law Firm Scholarship Award
The contest is open to all students
https://www.theblanchlawfirm.com/the-blanch-law-firm-scholarship-award/
Deadline varies
Innovation in Education Scholarship
Must be currently be enrolled as a high school or college/university student within the United States or Canada
Must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 (or the equivalent)
Must be a citizen of, permanent resident of, or hold a valid student visa in the United States or Canada
http://www.latutors123.com/scholarship/
20th of each month
CCCP Scholars Program (Center for Community College Partnerships)
Scholars are students who may:
- Be the first in their family to go to college
- Come from low-income backgrounds
- And/or be from under served communities
The program targets students who:
- have recently graduated from high school and plan to enroll in a community college in the fall OR students currently attending community college who have not yet completed a transfer curriculum at the time of application
- show potential for transfer success
- are non-traditional students who have face challenges in their academic career
Deadline not available