Scholarships
College Board Big Future Scholarship Opportunities - 11th & 12th graders
BigFuture rewards you for doing what you already are doing: planning for life after high school. With no essay, minimum GPA, test score, or citizenship requirements, BigFuture makes it easy to enter drawings (yes, plural!) each month. Simply complete unlocked steps on your dashboard, and you'll be automatically entered to win. One step completed = one entry each month . . . the earlier and sooner you complete tasks, the bigger your chances to win. Students whose families earn less than $60,000 a year receive two entries each drawing. Don't wait, get started today!
UNIGO Superpower Scholarship- 14 years of age or older (Due March 31st)- $2,500
Eligibility: This award is for U.S. legal resident students. Must be 14 years of age or older to apply. Submit an online written response to the question: "Which superhero or villain would you want to change places with for a day and why?" (250 words or less)
Award: $2,500
Application Deadline: March 31, 2024
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Project Yellow Light - Make a Statement - Save a Life (Due date 4/1)- $8,000/ $2,000
(RHS) Sylvia B. Stella Education Grant (Due April 6th)- $2,000
Sylvia B. Stella was a lifelong educator, devoted to helping others achieve their educational goals. She served as a teacher and administrator for over 45 years, and her family is honored to help you fund your college education in her memory.
Eligibility: High school seniors in Rowland Unified School District with exceptional character; Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above; Student is planning to attend a 4 year college/university within the United States as a freshman in the fall of 2024.
Award: $2,000
Application Deadline and Instructions: Submit applications through google classroom using code dp6hzer no later than April 6, 2024 by 11:59 pm to have 1 week to write a 1200-2000 word response to the essay prompt. If you apply sooner than April 6th, you will have more time to write your essay. Sylvia's advice was always to remember that the early bird catches the worm and fortune does not favor procrastination.
2024 Bank Scholarships (Due April 15th)
Eligibility: Open to ALL MAJORS and there is NO ETHNICITY REQUIREMENT. Current high school seniors residing in Los Angeles County, Orange County, and Ventura County - California; Plan to attend a U.S. accredited 2-year or 4-year college or university in the Fall of 2024 in California; Have a minimum cumulative unweighted high school GPA of 3.0; A household income at or below the County Low Income Level (if selected, must provide 2022 or 2023 tax return for verification) View their website for additional requirements.
Award: Four $2,000 scholarship awards
Application Deadline: April 15, 2024
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Eligibility: Open to ALL MAJORS and there is NO ETHNICITY REQUIREMENT. Current high school seniors residing in Los Angeles County, Orange County, and Ventura County - California; Plan to attend a U.S. accredited 2-year or 4-year college or university in the Fall of 2024 in California; Have a minimum cumulative unweighted high school GPA of 3.0; A household income at or below the County Low Income Level (if selected, must provide 2022 or 2023 tax return for verification) View their website for additional requirements.
Award: Twenty $1,000 scholarship awards
Application Deadline: April 15, 2024
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Award: Five $1,000 scholarship awards
Application Deadline: April 15, 2024
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Award: Eight $2,000 scholarship awards
Application Deadline: April 15, 2024
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Award: Five $4,000 scholarship awards
Application Deadline: April 15, 2024
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(RUSD) RCPTA Ada May Warner Scholarship 2024 (Due April 12th)- $500/$300
Eligibility: All applicants must be graduating seniors from RUSD. Students must plan to further their education and attend a college, university or trade school. Participation in school and/or community service activities, good citizenship and character, and financial need.
Award: PTA/PTSA applicants eligible for $500 award and Non PTA/PTSA applicants eligible for $300 award.
Deadline: April 12, 2024 by 3:30 PM
Instructions: Applicants should download and save the application onto their desktop; Please email completed application with attachments to: [email protected]; the subject of the email should be: RCPTA Scholarship 2024
(RHS) Rowland High School PTSA Scholarship 2024 (Due April 12th)
Eligibility: Graduating senior with at least three years at Rowland High School, plans to continue education (2-year college, 4-year, or vocational/trade), minimum 2.5 or higher grade point average, and participation in school/community activities. Applicants must be a PTSA member before December 31st of their senior year.
Deadline: April 12, 2024 by 3:30pm
Instructions: Applicants should download and save the application onto their desktop; Please email completed application with attachments to: [email protected]; the subject of the email should be: Rowland High School PTSA 2024.
Contact: For any questions, contact Mr. Roach: [email protected].
2024 LACOE MAP Leadership Network Scholarship Awards (Due April 15th)- $1,000
The Shelly Spiegel-Coleman Scholarship supports a High School bilingual senior who is planning to enroll in courses leading towards a teaching or counseling credential addressing the needs of English learners through the promotion of Bilingual Education. Shelly Spiegel-Coleman Scholarship Application
Daniel Herrera was a high school graduate who had his dreams cut short by a motorcycle accident in July 2001. To honor his memory, and the contribution of his family, a yearly scholarship is awarded to a bilingual student/student with Native American Tribal Affiliation who is pursuing a career in education or community service with a focus on serving our ethnically diverse society. Daniel Carlos Herrera Memorial
(RHS) Harry and Janice Lee Memorial Scholarship (Due April 19th)- $500
Award: $500
Deadline: April 19, 2024 by 4:00 PM
Instructions: Turn in all application and all materials to Mr. Roach by Friday April 19, 2024 by 4:00 PM
(RUSD) Dr. Maria G. Ott Education Scholarship (Due April 22nd)- $400
Award: $400 scholarship for each of the Rowland Unified District high schools (Rowland, Nogales, and Santana)
Deadline: April 22, 2024 by 4:00 PM
Instructions: You must use your RUSD Google account to complete this application. All uploaded documents must be in PDF format. If you have any questions, please email [email protected] in the Secondary Education Department.
(RUSD) David and Teri Malkin Humanitarian Scholarship (Due April 22nd)- $500
Eligibility: High school seniors who have a passion to pursue a career in the public service industry (medical, social or counseling work, education and the public sector), a minimum 3.0 GPA (Students with a GPA lower than a 3.0 must have shown growth and have a teacher, counselor or principal recommendation); Demonstrates leadership capacity through school and community involvement/ participation/service; Student is planning to attend a college or university.
Award: $500 for two graduating seniors selected from each of the Rowland Unified School District high schools (Rowland, Nogales, and Santana) and two seniors who have participated in the CTE program AND currently enrolled in the Senior Seminar program.
Deadline: April 22, 2024 by 4:00 PM
Instructions: You must use your RUSD Google account to complete this application. All uploaded documents must be in PDF format. If you have any questions, please email [email protected] in the Secondary Education Department.
(RUSD) Captain Bobby Frank Galbreath Armed Forces Scholarship (Due April 22nd)- $500
Award: $500 scholarship for each of the Rowland Unified District high schools (Rowland, Nogales, and Santana)
Deadline: April 22, 2024 by 4:00 PM
Instructions: You must use your RUSD Google account to complete this application. All uploaded documents must be in PDF format. If you have any questions, please email [email protected] in the Secondary Education Department.
(RUSD) Robert M. Freedman Memorial Scholarship (Due April 22nd)
Award: $500 and/or $250
Deadline: April 22, 2024 by 4:00 PM
Instructions: You must use your RUSD Google account to complete this application. All uploaded documents must be in PDF format. If you have any questions, please email [email protected] in the Secondary Education Department.
(RHS) Jaynes Anchor & Service Scholarship 2024 (Due April 26th)- $5,000
The Jaynes Anchor & Service Scholarship awards scholarships to high school seniors based on demonstrated academic achievement and an express interest in pursuing any of the following careers:
- United States Military – Army, Marines, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, Space Force
- First Responders – Law Enforcement, Fire Department, EMT
- Healthcare – Doctor, Nurse, Technician, Physical Therapy
Instructions: In addition to the application, you must also submit the following:
1. A 1-page typed essay stating why you feel you should be the next recipient of the Jaynes Anchor & Service Scholarship.
2. A printed high school transcript
3. And ONE of the following based on your career goals:
- Military – Letter of Intent to enlist from recruiter
- First Responders:
*Law Enforcement– Completion of Criminal Justice & Forensic Science courses
*Fire Department - Proof of Enrollment in Fire Academy or program – Due by 9/1/2024
*EMT – Completion of DHO & Medical Assistant Courses
-Health Care – Completion of DHO & Medical Assistant Courses
Return ALL materials to Mr. Roach in the Counseling Office by April 26, 2024 at 4:00pm.
Amount: $5,000
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(RHS) Leo H. Agredano Scholarship (Due April 26th)- $500
Purpose: To honor a Rowland High School Senior who has persevered despite challenges and is ready to pursue the next chapter in their life. This scholarship is intended to honor those students who perhaps are not often recognized for their academic achievement. We are wanting to recognize students who have managed to turn failures into successes, just as Leo once did, at Rowland High School.
Award: $500 scholarships (2 awards)
Deadline: April 26, 2021 by 4:00 PM
Instructions: Turn in all application and all materials to Mr. Roach by
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(RHS) Christopher K. Inouye Memorial Scholarship (Due April 26th)- $450
Christopher K. Inouye Memorial Scholarship
Eligibility: Graduating senior (boy or girl) who plans to attend a 2-year or 4-year college in the fall. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA and must have participated on the RHS football, baseball, or softball teams.
Award: $450
Deadline: April 26, 2024 by 4:00 PM
Instructions: Turn in all application and all materials to Mr. Roach by Friday April 26, 2024 by 4:00 PM
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(RHS) Huang Kao Science and Math Scholarship (Due April 26th)
Award: $150-$250
Deadline: April 26, 2024
Instructions: Instructions: Turn in all application and all materials to Mr. Roach by Friday April 26, 2024 by 4:00 PM
(RHS) GFWC-Rowland Heights Women’s Club (Due April 26th)- $150-$250
Award: $150-$250
Deadline: April 26, 2024
Instructions: RETURN 3 COPIES OF THE COMPLETED APPLICATION PACKET TO THE CLUB CHAIR LISTED BELOW NO LATER THAN APRIL 26, 2024 RHWC – Club Chairwoman: Maria Kramer Name and Address: Rowland Heights Women’s Club, P. O. Box 8386, Rowland Heights, CA 91748
(RHS) TRIDENT SWIM CLUB Scholarship (Due April 26th)- $250
Award: $250 (2 awards)
Deadline: April 26, 2024
Instructions: Completed applications should be returned to Mr. Thomas Roach in the Counseling Office.
Rover Scholarship (Due May 1st)- $2,500
Hong Kong Schools Alumni Federation Domestic Scholarship (Due May 17th)- $8,000
Award: up to $8,000
Deadline: May 17, 2024