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  • AAUW Carlsbad, Oceanside, Carlsbad, Vista (COV) Branch– Scholarship for a student who is currently enrolled in Mira Costa College, Palomar College, or transferring or returning junior or senior enrolled at CSUSM:  Please see website, when application is available: https://cov-ca.aauw.net/scholarship/
  • AAUW Poway-Penasquitos Branch Re-entry Woman Scholarship-  Scholarships are awarded to women who are non-traditional students who have experienced challenges in life and education that differ from the traditional 4-year path.  Please see website for more information on how to apply: http://powayarea-ca.aauw.net/re-entry-woman-scholarship/
  • AAUW – San Diego Branch – AAUW scholarship awards are both merit-based and need-based, generally in the $750-$2500 range.  Particular attention is given to candidates who have goals and leadership that will contribute toward furthering the growth and advancement of society and equity for women and girls. We welcome diversity and all are welcome to apply. We do not discriminate (race, ethnicity, gender, orientation, age, disabilities).  AAUW San Diego’s Scholarship Fund Committee has awarded more than $100,000 in scholarships to local college and university students who seek to achieve a baccalaureate degree. To apply, please fill out the online Scholarship Application   
      • Full time students (taking at least 12 units per semester), and either attending or admitted for Fall to a four-year college or university in San Diego.  
      • Must be working toward a baccalaureate degree or a credential, at a junior or senior level, but not a graduate degree.  
      • Must have earned at least 60 semester (90 quarter) units of credit toward the baccalaureate degree, with a grade point average of 3.4 or higher.  
      • All areas of study (majors) will be considered on an equal basis.  
      • Applicants must be U.S. citizens or maintain permanent resident status and reside in San Diego County. (A copy of student or parent’s utility bill is sufficient to show San Diego. County residence requirement).  
      • Application Deadline is May 1, 2026. 
      • To apply, please fill out the online Scholarship Application 
  • American Graphics Institute: The American Graphic Institute Design Thinking scholarship is offered to both part-time and full-time students enrolled in degree programs at any accredited college or university in the United States. Please see the website for additional information and to apply: http://www.agitraining.com/scholarships
  • Association on American Indian Affairs Link to Website – See website for application. Open to American Indian and Alaska Native students who are 1/4 Indian blood or more and are enrolled members of their tribe. Applications can be mailed to: Lisa Wyzlic Director of Scholarship Programs Association on American Indian Affairs 966 Hungerford Dr, Ste 12-B Rockville, MD 20850
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  • Education-Portal.com   –  Computer Science and Computer Engineering Scholarship Link to Website Deadline April 1st of each year.
  • Help Teaching.com – a platform focused on providing high-quality resources for teachers, tutors, homeschool parents, and others who work in the field of education, offers a new scholarship for students in high school and college. See website to apply: http://www.helpteaching.com/resources/scholarship
  •  Soroptimist –Women’s Opportunity Awards: Please pick only one location to apply. Using the attached reference forms, please submit two references (from person not related to you) with your completed application. Applications received without two references will not be considered. www.soroptimist.org
    • La Mesa Women’s Live Your Dream, — Please visit the website for all information about the application process: Annual Scholarship – website will be updated when application is available on this link: 
    • Oceanside/Carlsbad– Live Your Dream Award- Education and training Grants for Women who are Heads of Households-  Contact Judy High at jhigh10@cox.net or 760-721-4493.  Annual Scholarship – website will be updated when application is available on this link 
    • Ramona Live your Dream– Annual Scholarship – website will be updated when application is available on this link http://www.soroptimist.org/awards/apply.html
    • Rancho Bernardo Live your Dream.  Annual Scholarship – website will be updated when application is available on this link
  • Tri-City Hospital Auxiliary Nursing Scholarship – The Tri-City Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship Committee has established a Scholarship for students enrolled in the Nursing program at CSUSM, MiraCosta, or Palomar College.  Please see the additional Eligibility Criteria and Application.  Please submit your application to the Palomar College Foundation Office: Linda Moyan: lmoynan@palomar.edu 

Last modified on March 6, 2026