Scholarship Opportunities

The Hagan Scholarship provides $2,000 to help purchase essential items for college, up to $7,500 each semester for up to 8 consecutive semesters, workshops to learn important life skills not typically covered in the college curriculum, HSF Schwab Brokerage Account to manage to learn how to invest, and up to $8,000 to study and travel abroad.

Hagan Scholars who graduate while in the Hagan Scholarship Program can apply for a Hagan Graduate Scholarship, good for up to four additional consecutive semesters to attend graduate school or first two years of a professional program, receiving up to $7,500 each semester.

1. The disbursement amount will be determined each semester by HSF by taking the Total Cost of Attendance including tuition, fees, room, board, books, supplies, personal and transportation costs; then, deducting the total dollar amount of ALL scholarships, awards, grants, waivers, Federal and institution provided work-study, and one-half of the recipient’s FAFSA SAI. Parents are not required to pay the SAI, it is used only to determine the disbursement amount.
2. The disbursement amount will be adjusted each semester to offset the expiration or loss of other scholarships, awards, grants, waivers, Federal or institution provided work-study, and changes in the recipient’s SAI.
3. The Hagan Scholarship is renewable for up to seven additional consecutive semesters if the recipient fulfills the scholarship criteria and mandatory workshop responsibilities. Funding of the Hagan Scholarship will cease upon graduation from college or after earning 140 credit hours, whichever first occurs. In such event, recipients will continue managing their HSF Schwab Account and fulfill all other scholarship criteria until their Award Year Class graduates college. To receive funding after graduation or after earning 140 credit hours, recipients must apply for and be awarded a Hagan Graduate Scholarship.
4. First year recipients will receive $2,000 after being awarded a Hagan Scholarship to help purchase essential items for college not covered by the scholarship; items such as a computer, printer, cell phone, clothing, school supplies, and bedding.
5. Second year recipients will open a Personal Schwab Brokerage Account. After the account is opened HSF will deposit $100 in the account and provide each recipient with an HSF Schwab Brokerage Account to manage until graduation. HSF funds managed by each recipient will be $10,000 the second year, $15,000 the third year, and $20,000 the fourth year.
6. Third year recipients who have achieved a 3.50 CGPA are eligible for an all-expense paid study and travel abroad experience worth up to $8,000. Or, the funds can be used to study abroad the second semester of the third year in college.
7. Recipients who will graduate college while in the Hagan Scholarship Program can apply for a Hagan Graduate Scholarship the semester prior to graduation, good for up to four additional consecutive semesters to attend graduate school or a professional school receiving up to $7,500 each semester. Recipients must enroll in college as a full-time graduate student no later than the upcoming fall semester following the Award of a Hagan Graduate Scholarship.
8. Recipients must work 240 hours from January 1 to September 1, prior to the start of the fall semester each academic year. Employment and/or paid internships must be regularly scheduled work performed under supervision for compensation. Work can be full-time or part-time.
9. There is no application fee or processing fee.

Recipients of a scholarship will be selected on an objective and non-discriminatory basis, regardless of applicant’s race, creed, color, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or sex.

Click her for more information: https://haganscholarships.org/scholar-portal/

Powering Futures Scholarships

The value of education and the impact it has on our lives, our families, and our communities is measured by the strength of our community and success of our society.

We're proud to offer Powering Futures, a special program that awards scholarships totaling up to $60,000 each year. As many as 21 local Sacramento students may individually receive up to $4,000 in scholarships.

Scholarship details

Minimum requirements:

• Be a current high school senior or graduate, have earned a GED certificate, or currently be a postsecondary undergraduate student.
• Have a minimum GPA of 3.0, based on a 4.0 scale.
• Plan to enroll in an accredited 2- or 4-year college/university in the U.S. in the fall of 2025.
• Be a SMUD customer living in SMUD's service area, or have a parent or legal guardian as a SMUD customer.

Awards will be based on merit and financial need with a preference for students with a major relevant to a career at SMUD. The scholarship is not open to SMUD employees or their relatives.

https://www.smud.org/In-Our-Community/College-Scholarships

Applications for the WTS Sacramento Chapter Scholarships are now available. WTS fosters the development of women in the transportation field by encouraging bright new professionals to undertake careers in the area of transportation. One way it does this is by awarding scholarships to women pursuing studies in transportation or a related field. These scholarships can be used for High School, Community, Technical, or Trade College as well as Undergraduate and Graduate studies. Selected finalists will receive an award from WTS Sacramento and be forwarded to WTS International to compete for additional awards.

The following applications are open now:

Applications and additional details can be found on our website: https://www.wtssacramento.org/scholarships

Turn your Comeback Story into a COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP

$60,000+ in Scholarships for California High School Student-Athletes

The Ca/HOPE Courage Aware Scholarship celebrates California high school seniors who turn setbacks into success, whether coming back from injury, family hardship, or the pressures that come with school and sport. 

Apply online by sharing your battle with the stress, anxiety, and mental trauma associated with personal hardship and adversity. One application keeps you in the running for consideration every month. 

CalHOPECourageAwardScholarship.org

Who? 12th grade student-athletes at any California high school

When? Scholarships awarded monthly from October 2025 to June 2026

Amount? 25 students to earn a $2,500 college scholarship

Bonus! $500 donation to your school's athletic department

The Sons of ltaly Western Foundation announces the availability of scholarships for graduating seniors from the Class of 2026.

Scholarships are available for the following categories:

• Academic Awards for graduating high school seniors
• Italian Language Study Grants for graduating high school seniors for the Summer of 2026
• Career Education for graduating high school seniors pursuing a career in a skilled field.

In Addition to the Italian Study Grant, the Western Foundation scholarships awards range from $500 to $5,000. Requirements for a Scholarship or Student Grant are:

• Applicant MUST BE wholly or partially Italian descent
• Applicant MUST BE enrolled in an accredited College, University, Community College or Trade School in the Fall of 2026.

Application forms are available ONLINE at the Sons & Daughters ofltaly, Grand Lodge of California website at www.osiaca,org. Once on the website, click on the link for SCHOLARSHIPS.

For additional information, please contact Scholarship Committee Chairperson Annette Porter, email ampdvnomom@aol.com or cell/tex't: (310) 245-4502.

$1000 Writing Scholarship!

Awarded by Sacramento Suburban Writers Club

The 2026 Scholarship for High School Seniors is now open for submissions. 

Read all the details at: https:/www.sactowriters.org/2026-scholarship

And submit your work early to: scholarship@sactowriters.org

Awards Banquet: May 11, 2026

CABRILLO CIVIC CLUB #5 - SACRAMENTO INVITES

ELIGIBLE HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS TO APPLY FOR:

​​​​​​CABRILLO CIVIC CLUBS OF CALIFORNIA SCHOLARSHIPS

Amount: $500

Criteria: Be of Portuguese descent and have at least a 3.50 GPA and participate in 3 extracurricular activities. 

Submit application with an official High School Transcript and one letter of recommendation. 

Submission Deadline: March 15, 2026

Instructions for applying and an application may be found at: 

Heritage Scholarships - Cabrillo Civic Clubs of California

For local information, please contact: Rachel Tatro (916) 568-1301, racheltatro@sbcglobal.net

ATTENTION GRADUATING SENIORS:

THE ITALIAN CATHOLIC FEDERATION (ICF) OFFERS $500.00 COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS

Criteria:

1. Roman Catholic
2. Italian Descent OR ICF Member OR Child/Grandchild of an ICF member
3. Cumulative GPA of 3.2 (from Gr. 9 to 1^st qtr./sem. of Gr. 12)

FOR MORE INFORMATION & AN APPLICATION:

See your class counselor

Call the ICF Office at: 1-888-423-1924

Visit our website at: www.icf.org/scholarships

Application Deadline: April 10, 2026

$6,000 Scholarships 

Who: Graduating high school and community college students in northern and central California

Why: To recognize service to the LGBT+ community

What: Scholarships may be used at any accredited U.S. post-secondary institution-college, university, or trade school

When:  Applications must be completed by January 31, 2026

Where:     For more information and to apply, go to

www.equalityscholarship.org

Match the eligibility criteria? Secure the bag!

• Black or African Descent
• 3.0 GPA or higher
• Live in Greater Sacramento area
• Will be enrolled Fall 2026 at an accredited college/university

Application Deadline: March 27, 2026 11:59pm

Apply online:
https://linktr.ee/dstsacalum1950
https://form.jotform.com/253241383285154

Sacramento Area Fire Fighters, Local 522 Scholarship Program

Sacramento Area Fire Fighters, Local 522 is offering four (4) $1,000 scholarships to Senior High School students who will be attending college the year following graduation. Two scholarships will be awarded to daughters/sons of Local 522 members, and two scholarships will be awarded to students who attend one of the high schools within Local 522's jurisdiction.

Qualifications:

Each applicant must submit a 500-word essay on the topic "Life in the Firehouse."

The essay may either be handwritten, typed or computer generated.

Judges will be a local schoolteacher, college professor, etc.

Proper English and writing skills will be judged.

The heart of the essay will be judged on how realistic the writer portrays firefighters in real life.

Contestants are encouraged to visit local fire houses to conduct interviews, gather information, etc.

Adherence to application instructions will be judged.

ESSAYS MUST BE POSTMARKED WITH USPS POSTMARK ON OR BEFORE APRIL 1, 2026. NO APPLICATIONS OR ESSAYS WILL BE PERMITTED IN PERSON; THEY MUST BE MAILED.

 The recipients will be presented certificates of award at their school awards program when possible or by mail to their home address.

The decision of the judges chosen by Local 522 will be final.

Attach Essay to this application and mail to:

Scholarship Program

Sacramento Area Fire Fighters, Local 522 Attention: Gabriela Alvarado

3720 Folsom Boulevard

Sacramento CA 95816

Rotary Club of Sacramento offers several college scholarship opportunities for your students. 

In particular, we have two scholarships specifically reserved for students from Rio Americano. The application deadline is April 15. 

Information and application can be found at https://rotarysacramento.com/our-foundations/scholarships/ 

Scholarship criteria includes demonstrated financial need, scholastic achievement, leadership and service to the community.  Recipients must enroll in an accredited four year college or university, or an accredited community college.