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.
Scholarship Search Sites:
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
Ai Engstrom National Scholarship
Any current, full-time student of an accredited American university or college, with a minimum cumulative GPA of at least 2.5.
There is not age requirements.
https://pcb-solutions.com/scholarship/
August 1st
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 Clubs of America Scholarship Program
Any current college student of accredited U.S. college or university with a cumulative GPA of least 3.0 is welcome to apply
https://www.greatclubs.com/scholarship/
August 31 annually
iVein Health & Wellness Scholarship
Enrolled in an accredited U.S. college or university
Enrolled full-time (12 credit hours for undergraduate students, 9 credit hours for graduate students)
Cumulative GPA of at least 3.7
Students in pass/fall programs must provide proof of passing status
https://www.ivein.com/scholarship/
Fall Semester: August 31, 2021
Greg Baumgartner Scholarship
Applicants must be enrolled in either high school or college in the United States
Must maintain a GPA with at least a B average
https://www.texas-truckaccidentlawyer.com/scholarship/greg-baumgartner-scholarship/
August 31, 2021
The Entertainment Technology Scholarship
All applicants must be enrolled, or due to be enrolled, as a full-time student at an accredited U.S. college or university for the semester in which they are applying to receive the scholarship
https://hometheatersdirect.com/scholarship/
September 1st, annually
Bi-Annual $1,000 Environmental Awareness Scholarship Essay
Applicants under the age of 18 must include the signature of a parent or legal guardian
https://www.reusethisbag.com/scholarship/environmental-awareness-scholarship
September 1st
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
May Firm Injury Scholarship
Enrolled in a community college or university
https://mayfirm.com/scholarship
September 15 annually
Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest
Contest open to students worldwide, except where void or prohibited by law.
Entrant must be a 12th grade, undergraduate, or graduate student for any part of the school year in which the contest is held
https://aynrand.org/students/essay-contests/#tab-3-atlas-shrugged-overview
September 27, 2021
OppU Achievers Scholarship
Be enrolled full time in high school or at least part time in college, graduate, professional or trade school
Possess a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
https://www.opploans.com/oppu/scholarship/
September 30
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
We the Students 2021 Scholarship Contest
Applicants must be EITHTER out-going high school seniors (graduating summer 2021) OR students currently enrolled in college, trade school, or university as of the start of the fall 2021 semester
https://www.denvertriallawyers.com/about-us/undergrad-scholarship-contest/
November 1, 2021
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
http://www.druglawsuitsource.com
November 1, 2021
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.
http://www.druglawsuitsource.com/single-parent-scholarship/
November 1, 2021
Ai Engstrom National Scholarship
Any current, full-time student of an accredited American university or college, with a minimum cumulative GPA of at least 2.5.
There is not age requirements.
https://pcb-solutions.com/scholarship/
December 1
Florin/Roebin Scholarship Contest
Be a student enrolled full-time at a secondary or post-secondary academic institution in the U.S.
Be at least 18 years of age at the time of entry
https://florinroebig.com/scholarship/
December 1, 2021
OLVG annual Scholarship Program for students in 2021
Must be currently attending or planning to attend a college or university for the current financial year
Must be in good academic standing with your current institution
Minimum 3.0 GPA
https://www.ovlg.com/annual-scholarship
December 1, 2021
Wilkie Law Firm Undergraduate Scholarship
The legal child (natural or adoptive) of a veteran of any branch of U.S. military service (U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, Aire Force, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Coast Guard) who is either a:
- High school senior with a cumulative GPA of 3.0
- Student currently attending or enrolled in an accredited community college or undergraduate degree program with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0
https://devildogdefender.com/scholarship-for-veterans/
December 15, 2021
The Lacy Employment Law Firm College Scholarship
Must be a legal resident of the United States
Must be a graduate of a public or accredited private high school
Must fill out and submit the application form by the official deadline
https://employment-labor-law.com/scholarship/
December 15, 2021
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
iVein Health & Wellness Scholarship
Enrolled in an accredited U.S. college or university
Enrolled full-time (12 credit hours for undergraduate students, 9 credit hours for graduate students)
Cumulative GPA of at least 3.7
Students in pass/fall programs must provide proof of passing status
https://www.ivein.com/scholarship/
Winter/Spring: December 31, 2021
OppU Achievers Scholarship
Be enrolled full time in high school or at least part time in college, graduate, professional or trade school
Possess a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
https://www.opploans.com/oppu/scholarship/
December 31
The Law Firm of Jeremy Rosenthal College Scholarship
Be a U.S. citizen
Submit proof of acceptance to or enrollment at an accredited post-secondary or graduate educational institute, such as a college, university, or trade school
Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher and submit proof through an official transcript, if currently enrolled in an institute of post-secondary or graduate education
Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher and submit proof through an official high school transcript, if you have not yet started your first semester
https://www.lawfirmofjeremyrosenthal.com/#scholarship
December 31
May Firm Injury Scholarship
Enrolled in a community college or university
https://mayfirm.com/scholarship
January 15 annually
Hunnicutt Law Group Scholarship
Students must submit proof of enrollment or intent to enroll in an accredited undergraduate program, or law school for the upcoming 2021-2022 academic year
https://www.hunnicuttlaw.com/hunnicutt-law-group-scholarship/
January 15, 2022
Hope for Healing Scholarship
Undergraduate and graduate students currently enrolled in a degree program in mental/behavioral health, nursing, or addiction medicine
Veterans, minorities and people with disabilities currently enrolled in a graduate or undergraduate degree program in mental/behavioral, nursing or addiction medicine
https://fherehab.com/hope-for-healing-scholarship
February 11, 2022
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
http://www.nosratilaw.com/#scholarship
February 20 annually
OppU Achievers Scholarship
Be enrolled full time in high school or at least part time in college, graduate, professional or trade school
Possess a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
https://www.opploans.com/oppu/scholarship/
March 31
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
Hedding Law Firm $2,500 Student Scholarship
All applicants for the Hedding Law Firm Scholarship must meet the following criteria:
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.
Applicants must provide the name and address of the school where they are enrolled
Applicants needs to demonstrate a need for financial assistance
https://www.la-criminaldefense.com/scholarship/
June 1, annually
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
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