General Scholarships

The California Student Aid Commission (CSAC) is now accepting applications for the Cal HBCU Program.  The Cal-HBCU Program awards up to $5,000 to participating students who transfer from California Community Colleges (CCC) to eligible, partnered Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and intend to return to California after graduation.  To be eligible for the Cal-HBCU Program, a student must meet the following eligibility criteria: 

• Be a California Community College student who has earned an Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT)
• Enroll (or plan to enroll) at an eligible HBCU
• Demonstrate unmet financial need
• Intend to return to California after graduating from the Partnered HBCU

Application information:

• Application Deadline:
  • 2026-27 transfer students must submit an application by June 30, 2027
• Check your eligibility and get started online on the Cal-HBCU website

Recent graduates of a California public high school may be eligible to receive $500 to $1500 for use towards education expenses. The California Kids Investment and Development Savings Program (CalKIDS), funded by the State of California, is providing eligible students with these funds to promote a college going culture. Eligible student participants may receive awards to use for higher education including $500 automatic deposits in a CalKIDS account for eligible low-income public school students, students identified as foster youth, and students identified as homeless. Deposits may be cumulative for students meeting multiple eligibility requirements.

• Application period: Ongoing until funds are exhausted
• Check your eligibility and get started online on the CalKIDS website

The California Community Colleges Student Financial Aid Administrators Association (CCCSFAAA) Scholarship application is open for the 2027 Spring semester. The scholarship award amount is $500 for students that are enrolled in at least 6 units in a California Community College for Spring 2027, who have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher, who have a remaining unmet need of at least $1,000, and who have applied for state and/or federal financial aid.

• Application Deadline: January 8, 2027
• Submit your application online on the CCCSFAAA Scholarship webpage

The Cooke College Scholarship is an undergraduate scholarship program available to high-achieving high school seniors with financial need who seek to attend and graduate from the nation’s best four-year colleges and universities. The Foundation provides up to $55,000 per year, college planning support, and ongoing advising.  

• Application Deadline: November 11, 2026
• Check your eligibility and get started online on the JKCF College Scholarship website

Last Mile invests in the next generation of technology talent and therefore, offers financial assistance to unrepresented students majoring in tech and engineering. Emergency grants up to $599 are typically awarded within a few days. Larger grants (up to $10K) are awarded to students who demonstrate a high degree of need.

• Application Deadline: Until funds are exhausted
• Submit your application online on the Last Mile Education Fund website

The Foundation for California Community Colleges offers Real Estate Education scholarships available for students who need financial assistance to help afford enrollment costs in community college real estate education programs. Funds are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, so visit the website and apply now. Eligibility requirements include:

• Have declared a real estate education major or a major in a related field with concentration in real estate.
• Be eligible for a California College Promise Grant or be experiencing other circumstances demonstrating a significant obstacle to the pursuit of higher education.
• Satisfactorily complete at least one three-unit college course in Real Estate with a grade of C (2.0) or higher prior to applying for the scholarship.

Application information:

• Application period: September 1, 2026 - April 30, 2027, or until all funds are allocated. 
• Submit your completed PDF application to Student Financial Services in the Welcome Center or by email to studentfinancialservices@mvc.edu. 
• Visit the FCCC website for more information and the complete eligibility requirements.

The Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) is accepting applications for the second cohort of its Future Leaders Initiative, a six-month civic leadership program for individuals ages 18 and older. Designed for those interested in civic leadership, regional planning, public policy and community engagement, the program requires no prior experience. Participants will build leadership skills and learn from planning experts and elected officials; participate in workshops, site visits, and collaborative activities; and receive a $500 stipend upon completion plus reimbursement for eligible travel expenses.

• Application Deadline: October 27, 2026
• Submit the online application form to share your interest.