External Scholarships
Looking for more scholarships? Here are some we’ve heard about. Please note: The resources provided below do not constitute an endorsement of the corresponding organization, their site’s sponsors, and/or of their products by Kern Community College District, its campuses, or its respective Financial Aid & Scholarship Offices.
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| Name | Description | Award |
| Completing the Dream Scholarship | The Sallie Mae Fund’s Completing the Dream Scholarship Program helps students who are close to graduation but facing financial barriers to completing their post-secondary education. | $2,500 |
| Gilman-McCain Scholarship | The John S. McCain International Scholarship for Military Families (Gilman-McCain Scholarship) is a congressionally funded initiative of the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs at the U.S. Department of State and named after the late senator John S. McCain from Arizona. | $5,000 |
| Dell Scholars | Michael & Susan Dell Foundation | NA |
| DIAMOCYCLE | Scholarship for Future Entrepreneurs | NA |
| FFA | Future Farmers of America | NA |
| CAL-BRIDGE Undergraduate Program | The Cal-Bridge undergraduate program is designed for CSU students (and CCC students transferring to a CSU) majoring in physics/astronomy, computer science/computer engineering, or mathematics/statistics with an interest in pursuing a PhD in these or related disciplines. | Varies |
| Path to Pro Scholarship | The Home Depot Foundation Path to Pro Scholarship | $2,500 |
| NBNA - National Black Nurses Association | The National Black Nurses Association, Inc. offers various scholarships each year for Black and African American students pursuing a future in nursing. Scholarships range from $1000 – $6000. | $1,000-$6,000 |
| Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship | The U.S. Department of State’s Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program (Gilman Program) supports students of limited financial means to study or intern abroad, providing them with skills critical to our national security and economic prosperity. | Varies |
| Aldrich Brunot Law Scholarship Fund | The Aldrich Brunot Law Scholarship Fund is delighted to offer a $500 scholarship to an aspiring lawyer who is currently enrolled in law school or plans to enroll in the 2026 academic year. | NA |
| Global Perspectives Scholarship | Rustic Pathways empowers students to positively impact lives and communities around the world through its innovative and responsible travel experiences. | $1,000 |
| County Building Officials Association of California | CBOAC is accepting scholarship applications for students in the fields of Building Code enforcement, engineering, architecture, or other construction-related course or major of study. | NA |
| Fry Scholarship | Scholarship for surviving spouse of a service member or member of the Selected Reserve who died on or after September 11, 2001. | NA |
| HCAI - California Department of Health Care Access and Information | HCAI Scholarship Program | NA |
| The Gates Scholarship | The Gates Scholarship (TGS) is a highly selective, last-dollar scholarship for outstanding, minority, high school seniors from low-income households. Each year, the scholarship is awarded to exceptional student leaders, with the intent of helping them realize their maximum potential. | Varies |
| Flagship Scholarship | The Flagship Scholarship empowers LGBTQ+ and ally students who are earning their undergraduate, graduate, & doctoral degrees. | NA |
| Full Circle Scholarship (American Indian College Fund) | The American Indian College Fund (the College Fund) provides scholarships to graduating American Indian and Alaska Native college students | NA |
| Future Innovators Scholarship - Kryder Law Group | By offering the 2025 Future Innovators Scholarship, we aim to support aspiring professionals who are dedicated to making a difference in their fields. | NA |
| Robert Wayne Pearce Investor Fraud Awareness Scholarship | The Robert Wayne Pearce Investor Fraud Awareness Scholarship is an annual scholarship program established to help support the education of future leaders in the field of financial regulation and consumer protection. | NA |
| Learner's Annual Women in STEM Scholarship | This international scholarship program focuses on women who will use their STEM degree to benefit society and the planet and who have the potential to serve as role models and advocates for women in STEM. | NA |
| Select Saunas $500 Scholarship Program | Scholarship opportunity for college students who excel in their academic pursuits and are dedicated to their education. | $500 |
| Purdue Global: 50+ College Scholarships for Minority Students | Many scholarships, grants, and other programs are available to help minority students pay for a college education. Read on about minority scholarships for college students. | Varies |
| OCLA Injury Lawyer Crossroads Scholarship | A $500 scholarship to the American college student who creates the best written or video essay. Topic varies. | $500 |
| Vaziri Law Group Scholarship | New academic scholarship program for 2025. | $2,500 |
| CIEF Scholarships in Architecture | Two types of scholarships are offered including a five-year scholarship leading to a Bachelor or Master of Architecture and a Community College Scholarship for students who plan to transfer to a Bachelor or Master of Architecture Program. | Varies |
| The Andrew Flusche Undergrad Scholarship Contest | The Flusche & Fitzgerald Undergrad Scholarship Contest | NA |
| Mann Lake Beekeeping Scholarship | Scholarship for academically excellent students who are currently/about to be enrolled in any apiology program, major in agriculture & environmental sciences, and other related studies. | $1,000 |
| Career One Stop | Search nearly 9,000 scholarships, fellowships, grants, and other financial aid award opportunities. | NA |
| Bold.org | Create and win scholarships, earn exclusive student banking rewards, access educational resources, and more with the #1 Scholarship and Student Banking Platform. | NA |
| Aaron Wersing Employment Discrimination Scholarship Contest | Aaron D. Wersing is proud to offer the annual Employment Discrimination Scholarship Contest. | $1,000 |
| VFW's "Sport Clips Help A Hero Scholarship" | The VFW’s “Sport Clips Help A Hero Scholarship” provides service members and veterans with the financial assistance they need to complete their educational goals without incurring excessive student loan debt. | Up to $5,000 |
| Scholarships.com | Find Scholarships for College | NA |
| Completing the Dream Scholarship Program | The Sallie Mae Fund’s Completing the Dream Scholarship Program helps students who are close to graduation but facing financial barriers to completing their post-secondary education. | $2500 |
| The Dominguez Firm Collegiate Scholarship Award 2023 | The Dominguez Firm is happy to announce its new Collegiate Scholarship Award for recent high school graduates or undergraduate college students interested in continuing their education with an accredited university. | $5000 |
| Kaleidoscope | Join Kaleidoscope, the end-to-end scholarship and grant management software connecting sponsors with applicants. | NA |
| Veterans Scholarships | Scholarships are available from hundreds of organizations, and they can be awarded based on field of study, academic performance, heritage and other criteria. | NA |
| Diamocycle Scholarship for Future Entrepreneurs | Scholarship for Future Entrepreneurs | NA |
| Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship | Our Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship committee wants to know your plan to avoid the zombies, where you’d hide, and the top-five things you’d bring to stay alive. | $2,000 |
| Hardt Foundation Scholarship | The Hardt Foundation offers young researchers an opportunity to apply for research scholarships covering stays of two to four weeks. | Varies |
| Sloane Stephens Doc & Glo Scholarship | In 2021, Sloane established the Doc & Glo Scholarship in partnership with scholarship giving platform Bold.org. | Varies |
| GE Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program | GE-Reagan Foundation Scholars are among America’s foremost young leaders who personify the values that President Reagan took to Washington and inspired a nation with three decades ago. | Varies |
| ExtremeTerrain Scholarship program | ExtremeTerrain is offering two $2500 scholarships for students pursuing a degree in specified fields. | $2500 |
| American Trucks Student Scholarships | Two $2500 scholarships are available to students pursuing a career in construction management or the traditional building trades such as HVAC, carpentry, electrical, or related fields of study. | $2500 |
| American Muscle Automotive Scholarships | Two $2500 scholarships are available for students pursuing an automotive-themed major (mechanical engineering, robotics, etc.) | $2500 |
| Office of Statewide Health Planning & Development Scholarships | A variety of scholarships sponsored by the California Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development to incentivize healthcare professionals to work in underserved communities in California. | Up to $8000 |
| HRSA Scholarships for Health Professions | The Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA) has a variety of scholarship and loan repayment resources available for health care professions students. | Varies |
| Kryder Law First-Generation College Student Scholarship | Kryder Law will award one deserving student with $1,000 to assist them in obtaining their education and their future endeavors. | $1000 |
| Central Valley Scholars (multiple opportunities) | Central Valley Scholars, a 501©(3) non-profit that serves and supports students in the Central Valley. | $12,000 available |
| Chalik & Chalik Cancer Survivors Scholarship | The Chalik and Chalik Cancer Survivors Scholarship will recognize a deserving student who not only survived a devastating illness but now demonstrates a commitment to helping others diagnosed with cancer or another serious illness. | $1000 |
| Law Enforcement Personnel Dependents Grant Program | The Law Enforcement Personnel Dependents Grant Program provides need-based educational grants to dependents and spouses of public servants who have been killed in the performance of duty or 100% disabled as a result of an accident or injury caused by external violence or physical force incurred in the performance of duty. | $100 to $12,192 for up to four years |
| Mesothelioma Cancer Victims Memorial Scholarships | Awards: $2,500 for top video and $2,500 for top essay. Open to entering Freshman only, any major field of study, or undecided. | $2500 |
| Rustic Pathways Global Perspectives Scholarship | Rustic Pathways has been the leader in global teen adventure travel and community service programs since 1983. Students must submit an online application form and a short essay. | Up to $1000 |
| Scholarships Not Requiring U.S. Citizenship or Legal Permanent Residency | Immigrants Rising, formerly known as Educators for Fair Consideration (E4FC), has compiled a listing of scholarships for undergraduate students that do not require proof of U.S. citizenship or legal permanent residency. | Varies |
| Kern Community Foundation Scholarships | Kern Community Foundation manages more than two dozen scholarship funds. Students have access to all their scholarship resources through one simple application. | Varies |
| Kern Agricultural Foundation Scholarships | The Kern Agricultural Foundation fosters agricultural education in Kern County high schools and provides agricultural scholarships for Kern County students who are majoring in ag education. | Varies |
| The Sallie Mae Fund's Bridging the Dream Scholarship Program | The Sallie Mae Fund’s Bridging the Dream Scholarship Program helps increase access and completion of higher education among students of color and those from underserved communities. | $2,000-$5,000 |
| California Chafee Grant for Foster Youth | If you are or were in foster care for at least one day, between the ages of 16 and 18 as a dependent or ward of the court and have financial need, you may qualify for up to $5,000 a year for career and technical training or college. | Up to $5,000/year |
| California Consumer Attorney P.C.’s Annual Consumer Advocacy Scholarship | This $1,000 scholarship is open to students currently enrolled in or planning to attend law school who are passionate about protecting consumer rights. | $1,000 |
| Scholarship America Scholarship Database | Scholarship America works directly with students, parents, colleges, businesses and communities to help students fulfill their college dreams. | Varies |
| SOULE Scholarship | The SOULE Foundation is designed to create an experience geared to support, develop and promote the educational advancement of LGBTQ youth and young people of color. | NA |
| Human Rights Campaign Scholarship Database for LGBT Students in California | Human Rights Campaign, a prominent LGBT advocacy group, maintains a state-by-state database of scholarship awards. | Varies |
| Youth 2 Leaders Education Foundation Scholarships | For more than 20 years, Y2L has awarded over $1 million in scholarships to deserving students in Kern County to continue their education at their respective institutions of higher education. | Varies |
| Choctaw Nation Career Development & Scholarship Resources | The Choctaw Nation’s Career Development Program is designed to create a pipeline to quality career and technology training as well as services for the Choctaw people. | Varies |
| College Board Opportunity Scholarships for High School Students | 4,000 students each year will be able to earn scholarships, ranging from $500 to $40,000, for two- or four-year institutions. | $500-$40,000 |
| 2025 Sustainable Justice Scholars Project Application: Kern County | Sustain Our Future Foundation is a national nonprofit on a mission to transform sustainable development and achieve environmental justice by investing in YOU, the next generation of changemakers. Application Open: August 23, 2025 Deadline to Apply: October 24, 2025 | $5,000 |
| LULAC National Education Service Center (LNESC) - TechForce | In collaboration with Ford Dealers, Ford Philanthropy welcomes the next generation of auto technicians by awarding $5,000 in scholarships. The unique program is designed to support students pursuing a career in auto, diesel, or auto/diesel technology. | Varies |
| Scholarship Opportunities - American Hereford Association | The Hereford Youth Foundation of America (HYFA) scholarship program is designed to provide recognition for outstanding members of the National Junior Hereford Association. Its purpose is to encourage individual and cooperative effort, enthusiasm, excellence, leadership, academic success and achievement among youth and to develop successful individuals as good leaders for both the Hereford breed and the beef industry. | Varies |
| Keenan Insurance Scholarship |
"Scholarship preference shall be given to underrepresented students who are working towards a certificate or degree in insurance, risk management, financial services or a related field, such as business administration, with a concentration in or focus on the insurance and benefits industry. Applicants must be eligible for a California College Promise Grant or be experiencing other circumstances demonstrating financial need. Applicants must be enrolled in and complete three (3) units each semester, or the
quarter equivalent, in insurance, risk management, financial services, or related
courses to be eligible for a scholarship. Please complete application and submit it
to the Financial Aid Office." |
$1,200 |
| Acker Warren Fresh Start Scholarship; College Freshman Scholarship |
Acker Warren P.C. is proud to offer the Youth Mentor Scholarship, supporting students
who are actively involved in youth mentorship programs, such as Big Brothers Big Sisters.
This scholarship is open to students who will be college freshmen in Fall 2025, are
enrolled or planning to enroll in an accredited college or university, and are at
least 17 years old. |
$1,000 |
