Institutional Scholarship Opportunities
West Kern Community 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.
West Kern Community 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
Scholarship application must be received in the Financial Aid office by the fifth (5th) Friday of each semester
West Kern Community College Scholarship
$125 per semester up to four (4) semesters depending on continued eligibility
Taft College Non-Resident Scholarship
Any non-resident student entering Taft College with a 3.0 or better cumulative GPA will be eligible
A student who enters Taft College with a GPA of 3.0 or less and earns a 3.0 or better at Taft College will eligible to receive the scholarship for one semester
The scholarship may be earned to a maximum of two (2) semesters
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.
Annual Digital Roofing Innovations Scholarship
Have a minimum GPA of 3.0
Be able to submit reference from dean/director of school, upon request
https://digitalroofingcompany.com/annual-digital-roofing-innovations-scholarship/
October 25th annually
American Bullion Scholarship
Applicant must be a currently enrolled, full-time undergraduate student at an accredited college or university within the United States.
Applicant must be a legal resident of the United States or hold a valid U.S. student visa
https://www.americanbullion.com/about/scholarship/
October 31, 2018
Rentkidz Annual Scholarship
United States Citizen
GPA 3.4 and above
The student must complete and submit an essay in order to be considered for the award
The winner cannot reapply the following year
http://www.rentkidz.com/scholarship/
RewardExpert Financial Wellness Scholarship
Available to undergraduate students pursuing degrees in Finance, Accounting, Business and Mathematics to prepare for careers in personal finance and financial fields.
http://www.rewardexpert.com/scholarship
November 15, 2018
WholesaleFlowers.net Scholarship
Be enrolled at a college or university and planning to attend in 2018
Write an essay of at least 200 words stating how the scholarship can benefit you and your educational plans
Demonstrate Community service – this should be included in the essay
Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on undergraduate college course work
https://www.wholesaleflowers.net/pages/scholarship
November 16, 2018
$3,000 Scholarship from the Law Firm of Eisner Gorin LLP
Must be enrolled in an accredited college, university, or law school in the United States. This includes high school seniors, freshman, sophomores, juniors, seniors and law students.
Applicant needs to provide the name of the school where they are enrolled or seeking enrollment for 2018 or 2019 school year
Applicant needs to include in the essay the financial need for the scholarship
http://www.egattorneys.com/scholarship/
Profisee Scholarship
High School Students who graduate in 2018 and have been accepted into a college or university
Students currently enrolled in a college or university
Student who are seeking or plan to seek a degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science or related degree
https://www.profisee.com/mis-scholarship
November 1, 2018
Geneva Rock Scholarship
Applicants must be currently enrolled in an accredited university, college, trade or vocational school
Scholarship applicants must be in pursuit of construction-related careers including, but not limited to: Construction management, civil equipment operations and building tech are also welcome to apply
High school seniors are eligible to apply
http://genevarock.com/scholarship/
November 15
Accounting Student Scholarship Program
Must be an actively enrolled full or part-time college student taking at least one accounting course
https://www.efficientlearning.com/cpa/scholarships/
November 30, 2018
Benzinga’s Scholarship for Future Leaders in Finance
Rising college freshmen, sophomore, juniors and seniors who plan to or are currently pursuing undergraduate majors in finance, business or similar fields
Applicants must be 18 years of age
November 30, 2018
National Credit Relief Scholarship
High School seniors with a GPAS of 3.2 or greater
Any college student already enrolled in an accredited 4-year university or college
https://nomorecreditcards.com/#scholarship
November 30, 2018
Pumped Up SUP “Stand Up Paddleboarding in Society” Scholarship
A citizen or a permanent resident of the United States or Canada
Currently enrolled in an accredited college, university or trade school
Must have a Grade Point Average of 3.0 or higher
https://www.pumpedupsup.com/blogs/news/pumped-up-sup-stand-up-paddleboarding-in-society-scholarship
December 1, 2018
Remote DBA Experts to Students Scholarship
Students currently enrolled in an accredited college or university located in United States with a minimum 2.5 GPA
Graduating high school seniors with a GPA of 3.0 or above are also eligible to apply for the scholarship
http://www.remotedba.com/remote-dba-experts-to-students-scholarship/
December 1, 2018
$500 Scholarship Offer from DesignBrandPrint.com
You must have been accepted into a United States accredited university or college or be enrolled in a technical college
You must be a student between the ages of 17-22
You must have obtained your high school diploma or GED
https://www.designbrandprint.com/scholarship/
December 1, 2018
Tea Scholarship by Teabloom
Be currently enrolled in an accredited university, high school or elementary school in the U.S.
Must be a U.S. citizen or hold a valid U.S. student visa
Must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher
https://teabloom.com/tea-scholarship/
December 7, 2018
2018 Paradigm Malibu $1,000 Annual Depression Treatment Education Scholarship
Any student currently enrolled in any accredited college is eligible to enter
December 2018
Avacare Medical Scholarship
Citizen of the United States or in possession of an Alien Registration Card
High school senior or enrolled in an accredited U.S. college or university
Achieved a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
Pursuing a degree in the medical field such as therapy, nursing, medicine, nutrition, laboratory science, dentistry, health law, etc.
https://avacaremedical.com/scholarship
December 15, 2018
CGK Business Sales Scholarship
Applicants must be planning to pursue a degree in business or marketing at an accredited college or university or currently be enrolled in an accredited program in one of these fields
The student must be a junior or senior in high school with a 3.0 GPA or higher
December 15, 2018
The Law Firm of Chisholm Chisholm & Kilpatrick LTD Awards an annual $1,500 Scholarship to the Child of a Veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces
The legal child (natural or adoptive) of a veteran of any branch of U.S. military service (U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Coast Guard) who is either a:
S. high school senior with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or
S. student currently attending or enrolled in an accredited community college or undergraduate degree with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0
December 15, 2018
National Debt Relief Scholarship
The applicants must be enrolled in an accredited 4-year university or college located in United States
Graduate and undergraduate students can apply
Graduating high school seniors with a GPA of 3.0 or above are also eligible to apply for the scholarship
Applicants must be pursuing or intending to pursue their bachelor’s degree which can be in the fields of STEM (science, technology, engineering and math)
National Debt Relief – Resolve Your Credit Card Debt Problems
December 23, 2018
Annual scholarship funding award from used.forsale
Students must be currently enrolled at an accredited college or university
Students must be aged 16 years or over
https://www.used.forsale/s/scholarship
December 30, 2018
Benari Law Firm Digital Marketing Scholarship Program
Available to graduate and undergraduate students of accredited universities/colleges who are subjects in the area of criminal justice, social justice, civics or public rhetoric
https:benarilaw.com/benari-law-firm-digital-marketing-scholarship-program/
December 31, 2019
BadCredit.org’s Wealth Wise Scholarship
Minimum GPA of 3.5
Major of study must support a career in the finance industry (e.g. finance, business, accounting, mathematics, management and other related majors)
Must be a US resident
Must send in an official transcript
Must be a current or future college student (e.g. high school senior)
https://www.badcredit.org/scholarship/
December 31, 2018
Legal Leaders Scholarship Opportunity
Must be enrolled in law school OR a declared pre-law major
Must have a GPA of a least a 3.00
Must attend college in the U.S.
Must be a legal resident of the United States
http://hamptonroadslawfirm.com/scholarship/
December 31, 2018
The Aspiring Physicians Award
At least 18 years of age
U.S. or Canadian Citizen
Current Enrollment in premed or other undergraduate science programs
Cumulative GPA of at least 3.75
Certified copy of the application submitted to a School of Medicine
https://www.auamed.org/admissions/scholarships/aspiring-physicians-award/
Spring semester – December 31
WAY Student Scholarship
Only graduating seniors in high school, freshmen, sophomores, undergraduate in college between the ages of 16-25 are eligible to win
https://www.way.com/care/scholarship
December 31st
The Kindley Firm APC Scholarship
Available to graduate and undergraduate students
International students are also welcome to apply for this program
https://kindleylawyers.com/the-kindley-firm-apc-scholarship/
December 31, 2018
Chummie Bedwetting Alarm Scholarship
The scholarship is open to students attending an accredited 2 or 4 year college
Must have a GPA greater than or equal t0 3.0
https://chummiebedwettingalarm.com/scholarship/
December 31, 2018
The Law Offices of Casey D. Shomo Scholarship
Available to graduate and undergraduate students
International students are also welcome to apply for the program
http://www.caseyshomolaw,.com/the-law-offices-of-casey-d-shomo-scholarship/
December 31, 2018
Annual Upgraded Points Student Scholarship
Need to be a current student
December 31, 2018
Lendza.com Scholarship
Be at least 18 years old
Be a U.S. resident
Be enrolled in an institution of higher learning
https://lendza.com/scholarship
December 31, 2018
PhotographyTalk Scholarship
Applicants must be a legal resident of the United States
Applicants must be at least 16 years of age
Applicants for the PhotographyTalk Scholarship must be accepted or enrolled in an associate’s degree, bachelor’s degree or graduate degree program at an accredited two-year or four-year college, university or vocational school
Students must be enrolled during the 2019-2020 school year
https://www.photographytalk.com/photographytalk-scholarship
January 15, 2019
Studio11hairsalon Scholarship
All students who have attained age of 16 years are eligible to apply for our scholarship essay contest
Applicants must be pursuing their education presently in any educational institute
GPA should be at least 2.5
January 25, 2019
Your Marketing People Scholarship
Must be enrolled in a college, university, or graduate school during the 2018-2019 academic year
Must be in good academic standing with his/her current educational institution
Must have at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA
Must have permission from his/her parent or legal guardian to participate if under the age of 18
https://yourmarketingpeople.com/your-marketing-people-scholarship/
January 30, 2019
A-1 Auto Transport Annual Scholarship
Any current, full-time, part-time student of an accredited or non-accredited institute, trucking driving school or other logistics program, must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 to become eligible
http://www.a1autotransport.com/a-1-auto-transport-scholarship/
March 10, 2019
Randall Blair Isenberg Alcohol Addiction Awareness Scholarship
Currently enrolled in or formally accepted to any accredited U.S. community college, undergraduate or graduate degree program. This includes incoming students who currently hold a high school diploma or GED
Scholarship candidates must possess a history of raining alcohol addiction awareness, as demonstrated by volunteer, educational or professional experiences
Scholarship candidates must be in good academic standing with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
Randall Blair Isenberg Alcohol Addiction Awareness Scholarship
March 15, 2019
CalTrend Scholarship Information
The Scholarship Program is available to graduate and undergraduate students
International students are also welcome to apply for the program
https://www.caltrend.com/csltrend-scholarship-information/
March 31, 2019
2018 TVSTOREONLINE.COM Scholarship
Be enrolled full time in high school or at least part time in college, graduate, professional, or trade school in the United States or Canada
https://www.tvstoreonline.com/2018-tvstoreonline-com-scholarship/
March 31, 2019
Toptal Scholarships for Women: Empowering Future Female Leaders to Change the World
Program is only available to individuals who consistently live and identify as women, age 16 and older
Legal resident or citizen of your country of residence to enter the Scholarship Program
http://www.toptal.com/scholarship-for-women
March 31, 2019
$500 Scholarship Offer from Appliance Repair 512
Have earned (or set to earn) a high school diploma or GED
Have a GPA of 2.5 or higher
www.applicancerepair512.com/scholarship
April 1, 2019
Learn.org Bachelor’s Degree Scholarship in Business
Undergraduate students who are interested in pursuing bachelor level degrees related to business management, information systems management, marketing, finance, accounting, human resource management and entrepreneurship
https://learn.org/pages/business_scholarship.html
April 1, 2019
Schochor, Federico and Staton, P.A. $5,000 Scholarship for College Students
The scholarship will be awarded to one student currently attending an accredited college or university in the United States of America
April 1, 2019
College Scholarship with HelloMD
Be enrolled in an institution of higher learning
Create an account at hellomd.com-include a profile picture and write a short bio that’s at least 3 sentences long
https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5ade077d049b4f000a64e8c1/Essay%20Scholarship
April 23, 2019
Room Escape Annual Scholarship
Be enrolled in an accredited college or university and must be pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in a business, entrepreneur, IT, programming, or app or game developement program
Be in good academic standing and have a cumulative of 3.0 or higher
https://roomescapedc.com/scholarship/
April 30, 2019
$500 Scholarship Offered by Aromatech
Students applying for this scholarship must have been accepted into or be currently attending an accredited college, university, or technical college
Student must have a current GPA of 3.0 or above and must possess a high school diploma or GED
Students of all years, from rising Freshmen to those seeking a Master degree should feel encouraged to apply
http://aromatechscent.com/pages/scholarship
May 1, 2019
1800wheelchair.com Scholarship
Enrolled at an accredited high school, college, or university in the U.S.
Enrolled at the graduate level, undergraduate level or your final year of high school
Aged 16 years or older
Carry a status of “good standing”
Maintain a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 or equivalent
https://www.1800wheelchair.com/scholarship/
May 1, 2019
Herrmann Law Scholarship Program
Undergraduate and graduate students may apply for our scholarship program, as long as they are attending an accredited graduate school or college and are enrolled in a full-time degree program.
https://paycheckcollector.com/scholarship/
May 1, 2019
$500 Scholarship Offer from VistaComm
Available to graduate and undergraduate students
http://www.vistacomm.com/scholarship/
May 5, 2019
LiveViewGPS Scholarship
The program is open to undergrads and graduate students, as long as they’re in a full-time degree program in an accredited graduate school or college
https://www.liveviewgps.com/LiveViewGPS+Scholarship.html
May 21, 2019
Kepler Academy
Student who demonstrates a genuine financial need
If you’re in an undergraduate or graduate program at an accredited university, you can apply for our scholarship
http://www.kepleracademy.ca/scholarship/
May 31, 2019
Amethyst Recovery Center
The applicant must be attending an accredited college or university or have been accepted into one
The applicant must hold a 3.0 GPA or higher
The applicant must have earned their high school diploma or GED
Student of all classes of higher education may apply, including those who are working towards their Master’s Degree
https://www.amethystrecovery.org/500-scholarship-offer-from-amethyst-recovery-center/
May 31, 2019
Filly Flair Scholarship
Enrolled full-time at an accredited graduate school or college
https://www.fillyflair.com/pages/scholarship
May 31, 2019
$500 Scholarship Offer from Skyhound Internet
You must be accepted into an accredited college or university
GPA must be at least 3.0
You must be in good standing at your college or university
You must possess a high school diploma or GED
https://www.skyhoundinternet.com/scholarship
May 31, 2019
$500 Scholarship Offer from Plum Goose
You must be accepted into a college or university
GPA must be at least 3.0
You must be in good standing at your college or university
Must possess a high school diploma or GED
https://www.plumgoose.com/scholarship
May 31, 2019
exIT Technologies Scholarship
The scholarship program program is open to any IT student who demonstrates a genuine need for additional funding
Both graduate and undergrad students may apply, as long as they are in a full-time IT degree program in an accredited school
https://www.exittechnologies.com/scholarship/
May 31, 2019
Podium Scholarship
Available to graduate and undergraduate students
All U.S. students from all disciplines are eligible to participate
www.podium.com/resources/scholarship/
May 31, 2019
Truck Accident Injury Scholarship Application
Be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident
Must be a full-time student attending or planning to attending an accredited community college or four-year institution
Graduate students may be full-or part-time
Must have received injuries from an accident involving a truck at some point in your life
Must have a minimum 2.5 GPA
https://schwanerinjury.com/truck-accident-injury-scholarship-application/
June 1, 2019
Hedding Law Firm $2,500 Student Scholarship
Must be enrolled in an accredited college, university, or a law school in the United States
Applicants can include high school seniors, college freshmen, sophomores, juniors, seniors, JD
Applicant must provide the name and address of the school where they are enrolled
Applicant needs to demonstrate a need for financial assistance
https://www.la-criminaldefense.com/scholarship/
June 1, 2019
$500 Scholarship Offer from Kemper Medical
Applicants must be enrolled in high school or an accredited college or university
A 3.0 GPA is required of all applicants, and students who opted to take a GAP your upon completion of high school and are now applying to college will need to show proof of a 3.0 GPA while enrolled in high school
Individuals pursuing a degree in medicine may also apply for the scholarship
June 1, 2019
$500 Scholarship from HD Carolina
At least 16 years of age with a GED or a high school diploma
Accepted by or currently attending a 2 year or 4 year college in North Carolina or South Carolina
June 1, 2019
$500 College Scholarship From Topspot
You must be over the age of 16 and have a high school diploma or GED
You must be either accepted by or currently enrolled in an accredited two-year or four-year U.S. college or university.
You should have an interest in business and marketing
http://topspotsem.com/scholarship/
June 1, 2019
$500 Scholarship from Get on the Map
Be at least 16 years old and have a high school diploma or GED
Should have already applied to and been accepted to a two or four year college
Future students as well as current students are welcome to apply
https://getonthemap.us/scholarship
June 1, 2019
Dapper Goat Social Media Scholarship
GPA of 3.0 or higher
Accepted application to US accredited college or university
High school diploma or GED
https://www.dappergoat.com/scholarship/
June 15, 2019
Marketing Scholarship
Be a U.S. citizen/lawful U.s. permanent resident
Have been accepted to a two or four year college or marketing schol
https://www.simmonsandfltcher.com/law-marketing-scholarship/
July 1, 2019
Christian Studies Scholarship
Be a lawful U.S. permanent resident or U.S. citizen
Have been accepted and plan to attend a Christian college or university
Be a participant in volunteer or community work
https://www.simmonsandfletcher.com/christian-studies-scholarship/
July 1, 2019
Excellence in Ethics Scholarship
Be a lawful U.S. permanent resident or citizen
Be currently enrolled in or accepted to a U.S. law school
http://www.simmonsandfletcher.com/excellence-ethics-scholarship/
July 1, 2019
Naegeli Deposition & Trial Scholarship Program
Students who are currently enrolled in a high school, college, university or trade school
https://naegeliusa.com/scholarship/
July 1st annually
Solar Scholarship
Student must be (or planning on being) a full-time student at an accredited institute of higher education. In order to verify this, the student must provide an official statement verifying enrollment
Student must have at least a 3.2 (out of a 4.0 scale) GPA
July 1st annually
K9 Sport Sack Scholarship
Anyone who plans on studying veterinary medicine or seeking employment in the animal shelter profession
Must have a 3.0 GPA (high school or current college student)
Must plan to attend an accredited school and have been accepted into one
http://www.k9sportsack.com/pages/scholarship
July 8, 2019
2019 Michael Moody Fitness Scholarship
Be United States citizens or legal residents living or claiming residency in one of the 50 United States, Washington, D.C. or Puerto Rico
Be current high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate students who plan to enroll full-time in an accredited two-year or four-year college or university in the United States for the entire 2019-2020 academic year
Demonstrate ambition and self-drive as evidenced by outstanding achievement in school, and participation and leadership in school activities and work experience
Demonstrate interest in pursuing a career and enrolled in the following majors: Athletic Training, Psychology, Biology, Kinesiology, Nursing, General Medicine, Dentistry, Behavioral Sciences, Personal Training, Physical Education Teaching and Coaching, Health and Physical Fitness, Exercise Science, Sports and Recreation Management, Health Sciences, Physical Therapist or another health-related major
http://www.michaelmoodyfitness.com/student-scholarship-chicago
July 15, 2019
STEM Scholarship by XBOSoft
Our STEM scholarship is open to any US student majoring in a STEM field of study at the undergraduate or graduate level at an accredited institution
https://xbosoft.com/about-us/stem-scholarship/
August 1, 2019
National Credit Relief Scholarship
High School seniors with a GPAS of 3.2 or greater
Any college student already enrolled in an accredited 4-year university or college
https://nomorecreditcards.com/#scholarship
August 6, 2019
Texas Premier Locksmith Scholarship
Open to undergraduate and graduate students as long as they are in full-time degree programs at accredited institutions
http://www.txpremierlocksmith.com/scholarship/
August 13, 2019
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
Varsity Tutors Scholarship Promotion
Monthly essay contest
Eligibility is limited to individuals who are at least 16 years of age in their state of legal residence on or before their entry into the Promotion
Such individuals must be a legal resident of one of the fifty U.S. or the District of Columbia as of April 1, 2016
http://www.varsitytutors.com/college-scholarship
Deadline varies
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 underserved 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