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Scholarships - Off Campus

Looking for scholarships to help for your education? 

This page contains five sections:

  1.   Recipients of Outside Scholarship Agencies
  2.   Scholarships Available through Local Agencies   
  3.   Scholarship Search Engines
  4.   Individual Scholarships 
  5.   Current Scholarships

SECTION 1:

If you have been awarded a scholarship from an outside scholarship agency, please have your scholarship check sent to the mailing address below along with the following information.

  1.    Make the scholarship check out to:     Santa Barbara City College
  2.    Include the student's name and SBCC student ID number (K#)
  3.    Mail the scholarship check to:

Santa Barbara City College
Financial Aid Office
C/O Scholarship Coordinator
721 Cliff Drive
Santa Barbara, CA 93109

All received scholarship checks will be split equally between the Fall and Spring semesters. If the scholarship is for one semester only, please indicate this on the check itself or in a letter accompanying the check. If you have questions, please contact the Scholarship Coordinator by email at scholarships@pipeline.sbcc or by phone at (805) 730-4217.

 

SECTION 2:

The links in this section are scholarships from local agencies in Santa Barbara. Click on the links below for more information. All of these individual scholarships have different criteria and deadlines. Make sure to read each carefully and submit all required information on time.

SECTION 3:

The links in this section are Scholarship Search Engines where you can research scholarship opportunities. They are not individual scholarships.


SECTION 4:

The links in this section are individual Scholarships.  Click on the expandable areas to obtain scholarship links and information. All of these individual scholarships have different criteria and deadlines. Make sure to read each carefully and submit all required information on time.

SECTION 5:

The links in this section are individual scholarships.  Click on the expandable area to obtain the scholarship application link and information. The criteria and deadline is outlined within. Make sure to read carefully and submit all required information on time.

 

Community College League of California 2024 Scholarship Award Application

The scholarships are funded by the proceeds of the book "College for all Californians: A History of the California Community Colleges." Awardees will be selected by the book's co-authors, Community College League of California President & CEO Larry A. Galizio and George Boggs, as well as members of the League Board of Directors. 


DEADLINE: March 31st, 2024
Amount: $1,000
Number of scholarships: 10

Eligibility Criteria:

    • Enrolled currently in at least six (6) units at one or more California Community College
    • In good academic standing
    • Minimum overall 2.0 GPA
    • California resident
    • Employed at least 10 hours/week
    • Personal statements are required
 
In their application, students should submit responses to the following questions. Please limit your answers to 150 words or less:
    • How has the opportunity to attend community college helped you/your family?
    • What are your plans for the future?
    • How will these funds assist you in pursuing your education?

 

Additional Information:

All forms must be completed and submitted by the stated deadline, no exceptions. A personal statement is required. Students will be notified if selected in May 2024 by CC League. Please see the scholarship application linked above for more information.


2023 CCCSFAAA Scholarship Application

DEADLINE: TBD for Spring 2024
Amount: $500
Number of scholarships per region: 2

Eligibility Criteria:

    • Enrolled in at least 6 units for the Spring 23 semester at SBCC
    • Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
    • Must have remaining financial need of at least $1,000
    • Student must have applied for the 2022-23 FAFSA or CADAA
    • Personal statement is required

 

Additional Information:

All forms must be completed and submitted by the stated deadline, no exceptions. A handwritten signature is required on the application form. A personal statement is required. Students will be notified by mail if selected in May 2023 by CCCSFAAA. The scholarship award will be processed by the SBCC Financial Aid Office. Please see the 2023 CCCSFAAA Scholarship Application linked above for more information.


The California Legislative Central Coast Caucus Foundation (CLCCCF) serves the five counties of the California Central Coast: Santa Cruz, Monterey, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura. The CLCCCF is a 501(C)(3) tax exempt, charitable, non-profit organization that promotes and supports education on issues important to communities across the California Central Coast. The CLCCCF is proud to provide educational scholarships of $2,000 each to students from the five counties that make up the California Central Coast.

2024 CCCSFAAA Scholarship Application (Click here to apply)

DEADLINE: May 31st, 2024
Amount: $2,000
Number of scholarships: At least one per county

Eligibility Criteria:

To be eligible for scholarship consideration, prospective candidates must meet the following requirements: 

    • Reside in one of the following California Central Coast counties: Santa Cruz, Monterey, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, or Ventura.
    • Be a full-time student (undergraduate or graduate) in good academic standing at an accredited college or university, OR
    • Be a graduating high school senior with written proof of acceptance at an accredited institution of higher learning.
    • Have a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 out of 4.0
    • Submit a completed application along with all required supplementary documents by the application deadline. 

The following information must be submitted online for consideration:

    • Completed Application
    • Signed Visual/Audio Image Release Form in case you are chosen as a recipient
    • Resume
    • Two Recommendation Letters
    • School Transcript (Official or Unofficial)
    • Acceptance letter to the school student  will attend during the next school year (for prospective undergraduate, transfer, and graduate students)

Please note: 

    • Items submitted separately will not be considered
    • If you are selected to receive a scholarship, a photo/headshot will be requested for promotional materials

Key Dates:

    • APRIL 15, 2024 – Application Available Online (click here to apply)
    • May 31, 2024 – Deadline for Submission of Applications
    • All applications must be submitted online by 11:59 pm PST on MAY 31, 2024
    • Late applications will NOT be accepted
    • Paper applications will NOT be accepted
    • JULY 1, 2024 – Notification Emailed to Scholarship Recipients (recipients will be posted online and shared with press on July 1 or asap afterwards)

NOTE: Due to the large number of expected applications only scholarship recipients will receive a notification from the CLCCCF. If you have any questions, please check the CLCCCF Scholarship Frequently Asked Questions for more information. Students may contact CLCCCF for any technical related grant questions via email at CLCCCFoundation@gmail.com.

 

The Women in California Leadership (WiCL) Foundation established The Minerva Scholarship program in 2015 to support the advancement of postsecondary education for women. The scholarship offers female students financial assistance to meet educational expenses by annually awarding over a hundred scholarships of $3,000 each and one $10,000 Golden Minerva Scholarship.

Requirements to be eligible for a Minerva Scholarship:

  • Applicants must be enrolled full-time, in good academic standing at an accredited California college or university OR
  • Applicants must be a graduating senior from a California high school with written proof of acceptance at an accredited institution of higher learning.
  • Eligible students must identify as female.
  • Have a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.5.
  • Submit a completed online application with all required supplementary documents by the application deadline. Please note: Applications and all supplementary documents must be submitted together online.  Items submitted separately via mail, in-person delivery, or through legislative offices will not be accepted.

The application and details for the Minerva Scholarship can be found here: https://wicl.us/scholarship-program/


Breaking Barriers is designed to help women successfully pursue and complete education or training in a STEM field. For 2024, Breaking Barriers will provide 5 multi-year awards of $3,000 to $5,000 per year for female students enrolled in certification, apprenticeship, or other STEM-specific job training programs, or who are pursuing a STEM degree at an accredited institution of higher learning.

Requirements to be eligible for Breaking Barriers:

  • Applicants must be enrolled in good standing apprenticeship, certification, or other program that provides job training for a STEM field, or supply written proof of acceptance for an apprenticeship, certification, or other program that provides job training for a STEM field; OR
  • Be a student in good standing with written proof that their degree program is in a STEM-related field at an accredited college or university, with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.8.
  • Eligible students must identify as female.
  • Submit a completed online application with all required supplementary documents by the application deadline. Please note: Applications and all supplementary documents must be submitted together online.  Items submitted separately via mail, in-person delivery, or through legislative offices will not be accepted.

The application and details for Breaking Barriers can be found here: https://wicl.us/breaking-barriers-program/

Complete requirements and details for the Minerva Scholarship and Breaking Barriers (including the applications) are now available on the WiCL Foundation’s website:  https://wicl.us/ 
 
Answers to frequently asked questions can be found at: http://wicl.us/frequently-asked-questions/  

The deadline for submitting the online application and all supporting documentation for both the Minerva Scholarship and Breaking Barriers is May 31, 2024, at 11:59 pm. There are no exceptions to this deadline.

 

HACU Scholarship Program

The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) is pleased to be the administrator of scholarship opportunities provided by our partners. These scholarships can help students cover the cost of tuition, fees, books, and other expenses (varies by scholarship).

Build your scholarship profile today and let our system match you with HACU scholarships. New scholarships are added throughout the academic year, so remember to check back regularly.

We encourage all students to apply for our scholarships, regardless of immigration status. This includes international students and undocumented students, including those with DACA or TPS. While some scholarships may have specific citizenship requirements, our application system will match you with scholarships you are eligible for based on your profile.