The San Diego Foundation has announced that their 2013-2014 Common Scholarship Application is now available.
The scholarships are not just for graduating high school seniors; they are also awarded to current college students, trade/vocational students, graduate students and adult re-entry students.
The Foundation is the largest scholarship provider in San Diego County (outside of the university system). Last year, The Foundation awarded more than $2.5 million to more than 650 students. The Common Scholarship Application uses one online form to access more than 100 scholarships. The online application has now launched; the last day to start an application is Feb. 4, 2013 and the last day to submit an application is Feb. 6, 2013.
As an incentive for applicants to apply early, The Foundation will be choosing a random winner of a $100 Barnes & Noble gift card every Monday from Dec. 17 to Jan. 28. The earlier applicants submit their applications, the more chances they’ll have to win.
Applicants don’t have to have straight As, be star athletes or be in leadership positions. There are opportunities for students with:
• A commitment to their education
• Potential for success
• A minimum GPA of 2.5 for many scholarships
• Participation in extra-curricular activities, community service and/or work experience
• Some financial need
The Foundation notes, however, that almost all of their scholarships do require San Diego County residency.
Interested students should visit echo.bluehornet.com, email scholarships@sdfoundation.org or call 619-814-1343.
