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
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.
The HOPE for Healing Scholarship
Undergraduate
- Undergraduate Scholarship applicants must be currently enrolled in a four-year degree program or show proof of acceptance to an institution that offers four-year degrees
- Must have 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 been 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
Graduate
- Graduate Scholarship applicants must be currently enrolled in a graduate degree program or show proof of acceptance to an institution that offers Masters and Doctorate degrees
- Must have graduated from an accredited four-year institution with a GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Academic focus in an area of study related to mental and behavioral health, nursing or addiction medicine
https://fherehab.com/hope-for-healing-scholarship
January 15, 2020
Maptive $2,500 Creative Minds Scholarship
All applicants must be enrolled, or due to be enrolled, as a full-time undergraduate 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
Domestic, international, and undocumented students may apply
Interest in creative industries, technology or business preferred but not required
https://www.maptive.com/scholarship/
January 20, 2020
Protoly Scholarship
- All applicants must be enrolled, or due to be enrolled, as a full-time student at an accredited college or university for the semester they are applying to receive the scholarship.
- Applicants are not required to have a minimum GPA.
- Domestic, international, and undocumented students may apply.
- Students attending online universities are welcome to apply.
https://www.protoly.com/protoly-scholarship/
February 1, 2020
Pardigm Building Scholarship 2020
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
Student must be attending a school anywhere in U.S.
https://paradigmbuildinggroup.com/paradigm-building-group-scholarship
February 5, 2020
Jerome O. Fjeld Scholarship Program
Anyone who is 18 or older and enrolled in a full-time undergraduate or graduate degree program is invited to apply
https://bayoucitylaw.com/jerome-o-fjeld-announces-its-yearly-scholarship-program/
February 29, 2020
Pedini Scholarship Program
Applicant must be 18 or older and enrolled full-time in an undergraduate or graduate degree program
https://www.pedinimiami.com/scholarship/
February 29, 2020
Choctaw Nation Higher Education Program
Any tribal member of the Choctaw Nation actively pursuing a higher education degree may apply to receive assistance in the form of a scholarship or grant payable to an accredited college or university
No minimum blood quantum or location restrictions
http://choctawnation.com/higher-education-0
January 1st – March 1st
Schochor, Federico and Staton, P.A. Scholarship
Student currently attending an accredited college or university in the United States of America
http://sfspa.com/scholarsip-for-college-students/
April 1, 2020
The BrightStar Systems Future Technologies 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 they are applying to receive the scholarship
Applicants are not required to have a minimum GPA
Domestic, international and undocumented students may apply
Students attending online universities are welcome to apply
General interest in technology
https://brightstarsystems.com/the-brightstar-systems-future-technologies-scholarship/
April 1, 2020
Scholarship from American Academy of CPR & First Aid
Any student currently enrolled in, or applying to enroll within the next academic year, in a degree program in the fields of healthcare or education, at an accredited U.S. university, is eligible to apply
You must be at least 18 years old
http://onlinecprcertification.net/scholarship.php
May 1
Jeffrey J. Downey, P.C. Annual Scholarship
Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university. Students majoring in the legal field will be given priority, although all are encouraged to apply
Be in good academic standing with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
http://jeffdowney.com/scholarship/
May 3, 2020
Honey Lake Clinic annual Scholarship Program
A student who wants to better themselves and break the cycle of addiction
If you are 18 or over and enrolled in a full-time undergraduate or graduate program at an accredited school
https://www.honeylake.clinic/scholarship/
May 29, 2020
AX Control, Inc. Academic Scholarship
Students may be enrolled full or part time in a college or university
Undergrad students only may apply
Students must be over 18 and be able to provide proof if necessary
http://www.axcontrol.com/scholarship
June 1st, 2020
Arash Law Scholarship
All applicants must be a US citizen or a permanent resident
All applicants are required to have a cumulative 2.5 GPA or better
All applicants must have at least one semester of school left to complete
all applicants must be active in the community
https://arashlaw.com/arash-law-scholarship/
June 1, 2020
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
The Find Answering Service Connectivity 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 which they are applying to receive the scholarship
Applicants are not required to have a minimum GPA
Domestic, international, and undocumented students may apply
Students attending online universities are welcome to apply
https://findansweringservice.com/connectivity-scholarship/
June 7, 2020
Health & Wellness Scholarship Program
Students over the age of 18 and enrolled as a full-time graduate or undergraduate at an accredited learning institution
https://supplementalrelief.com/scholarship/
June 14, 2020
Freedom Care Scholarship
Applicants must have been accepted into an accredited college, university, or trade school
You must have a 3.0 GPA or higher. GAP students are welcome to apply, but their last GPA score must be 3.0 or higher
You must have a high school diploma or GED
Students of all ages are welcome to apply for the FreedomCare Scholarship Program
https://www.freedomcareny.com/en/scholarship
June 18, 2020
The Chairish “Design Your Future” Scholarship
Students from all majors are encouraged to apply, but preference will be given to applicants pursuing design and engineering -related fields
June 30, 2020
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
Impact on the Community Scholarship
Open to anyone enrolled in an accredited college or university within the United States
High school seniors who are graduating before the deadline and have been accepted to or enrolled in a graduate program are also eligible
http://ask4sam.net/impact-on-the-community-scholarship/
June 30, 2020
The Sure Oak Be Awesome 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 a specific major
Domestic, international and undocumented students may apply
Students attending online universities are welcome to apply
https://www.sureoak.com/scholarship/
July 15, 2020
$500 Scholarship Offer from the Maverick Doctor
You must be accepted into a college or university
GPA must be at least 3.0
You must be in good standing at the college or university
Must possess a high school diploma or GED
http://maverickdoctor.com/scholarship
July 31, 2020
2020 Michael Moody Fitness Scholarship
Be United States citizen 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 who plan to enroll dull-time in an accredited two-year or four-year college or university in the United States for the entire 2020-2021 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://michaelmoodyfitness.com/student-scholarship-chicago/
August 1, 2020
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
Cash Cars Buyer Scholarship Program
Individuals over the age of 18
Enrolled in a full-time degree program at an accredited school
http://cashcarbuyer.com/scholarship/
August 15, 2020
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
Able Moving Scholarship Award
Be enrolled in an accredited college or university and must be pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in an business program
Be in good academic standing and have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
http://ablemoving.com/able-moving-scholarship-award/
September 15, 2020
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
Upgraded Points Student Scholarship
graduating high school senior with college acceptance
current undergraduate student
current graduate student
https://upgradedpoints.com/scholarship/
December 2020
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