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| Vietnam Veterans Group of San Quentin | Parents must be a veteran and write a 250 or less essay about the desired prompt. See application in the Counseling Office for more details. | | $1,500 | May 3, 2013 |
| Theta Lambda Psi, Latina Sorority Scholarship | Must be a female of Latino Heritage or be able to demonstrate dedication to community service and empowerment to the Latino community. Senior graduating from a high school in Alameda County. MUST be attending CSU, East Bay adn have at least a 3.0 GPA. Please see Ms. Tanner for application. | | 3 Awards Ranging From $500-$1,000 | May 3, 2013 |
| Gordon Stafford Scholarship | For minority students that are accepted by a school or college with a Bachelor of Architecture program accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board. See website for applcaition and more details. | http://www.gsscholarship.com/scholarship.htm | $2,000 for up to 5 years | May 3, 2013 |
| Chinese American Citizens Alliance, Oakland Lodge | For seniors who are of Asian decent that exhibit outstanding academic, social service achievements and financial need. | | $1,000 (9) | May 3, 2013 |
| Black Consciousness for Economics Strength | Senior enrolling in a 4- year institution, or vocational college and a GPA of 2.0 or higher. Requirements: application, official transcript, 2 letters of recommendations and 300 word essay. | | $500 | May 3, 2013 |
| Albany Police Activities League | Senior must be a current or former member of the Albany Police Activities League. Completed application, essay, and one letter of recommendation are required. See application for complete list of qualifications. | | $500 | April 30, 2013 |
| Joseph & Dorothy Villa Rotary Scholarship | Emphasis is placed on applicants outside employment or work related experience during his/her schooling. This award will be given to students attending a 2- or 4- year college/university and vocational or trade school. Essay, copy of transcript and if selected there will be an interview that takes place on April 27, 2010. AHS often has a winner. | | $500 | April 26, 2013 |
| Billy J. Givens Memorial Scholarship | For seniors with financial need who exhibit strong academic and leadership potential. Must be enrolled in a 2-year or 4-year college after high school and most currently attend a school that is within AC Transit service area. See application for more details | | $1,000 | April 26, 2013 |
| Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Alpha Nu Omega Chapter | Afircan American female with an 3.0 GPA and attending UC Berkeley or a historically Black college or university in the Fall. You must also be a U.S. citizen. Please see Ms. Tanner for an application | | $2,000 | April 26, 2013 |
| Albany/ El Ceritto Kiwanis Club Scholarship | for a graduating senior planning to attend any public or private university, or a community college, or a business or trade school. Applications can be picked up in the Counseling Office. | | $500 (1) | April 12, 2013 |
| The Judge D. Lowell Mock Trail Scholarship Award | For seniors who have an interest in public speaking and/or law. Application along with an essay, transcript, and two letters of recommendations are required. | | $500 | April 1, 2013 |
| Italian Catholic Federation Scholarships | Catholic senior of Italian descent. Scholarships awarded based upon G.P.A. (at least 3.2), class rank, financial need, leadership, recommendations and extracurricular activities. Application, transcript, three letters of recommendation (including one from school official stating GPA and class rank), personal essay and copy of parents’/guardians’ most recently filed Federal Tax Return. Call (888) 423-1924 for more information. | http://www.icf.org | $400 | March 15, 2013 |
| The Hispanic Community Affairs Council & Albert C. Bertha Markstein Foundation Scholarship | High school graduates, GED recipients, community college students, students attending a four-year college or university, and students accepted into a postgraduate education or credential program. The scholarships are dedicated to recognizing the Hispanic/Latino culture and the education of Hispanic/Latino students. | | Varies | March 1, 2013 |
| Community NETwork Scholarship | Open to African-American seniors with a minimum GPA of 2.5 who plan to attend a two or four year college in the fall or an accredited business school. | | $500 | March 1, 2013 |
| California State PTA | This award acknowledges the achievements of high school seniors for volunteer service in their school and community. | http://www.capta.org | $500 | November 1, 2012 |
| AES Engineers Scholarship | This scholarship will be awarded on the basis of character, as determined by evaluated the essays that are submitted, please see website for more info. Students are not required to study engineering in college. | http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm | $500 | October 5, 2012 |
| The WIll to Win Scholarship | For high school seniors with asthma that have achieved a level of excellence in one of the following: performing arts, community service, athletics, visual arts, or science and will be attending college in the Fall | http://www.willtowinscholarship.com/ | $5,000 (2) | May 31, 2012 |
| Future Accounting Professional Scholarship Program | Open to seniors with a strong academic record who intend to pursue an accounting degree at an accredited post-secondary school or college | www.accountingcareersfordummies.com | $1000 | May 31, 2012 |
| B.Davis Scholarship | This Scholarship is available to all high school juniors and seniors as well as all students currently registered in any post secondary institution. There is no age restriction. This is not an academic scholarship but we would like to know where you are going to school now and what your future academic plans are. | http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm | $1,000 | May 28, 2012 |
| Civil Service Employees (CSE) Insurance Group | CSE’s Youth Automobile Safety Scholarship Program is delivered through an essay competition for high school seniors who are children of full-time or retired public employees. For more details and application go to the website and click on “About Us” then “Youth Scholarship.” | http://www.CSEinsurance.com | Range from $500-$1,500 | May 11, 2012 |
| Robert T. Nahas and George P. Scotlan Scholarship | Senior with minimum 3.0 GPA graduating from an Alameda Co. high school. Applicant must have competed in a competitive sports program and have a record of community service/involvement for at least two years. U.S. citizen/native born student who will attend a four-year college or university. Application, transcript, 3 letters of recommendation, personal essay and community service information. | | $3,000 per year within a max. of four year period (2 males, 2 females) | April 30, 2012 |
| Italian American Federation, Oakland | Senior of Italian descent (with at least one parent of Italian descent). Scholastic achievement, extra-curricular activities and leadership, personal statement, and letters of recommendation. Hard copies are available in the Counseling Office. | | $500 | April 30, 2012 |
| Northern CA Golf Association 'Youth on Course Scholarship' | High school senior with a 3.0 GPA that has been accepted to a 4-year college or university. Application, transcript, test scores and letter of reccomendation are required. | http://ncgafoundation.org/grants/scholarships/ | $1,000 (5) per year for 4 years | April 20, 2012 |
| Los Hermanos de Stanford Scholarship | This award is for outstanding Latino students graduating from high school with plans to attend any 2-year or 4-year institution of higher learning in the fall of 2011. Attending Stanford is NOT a requirement. | http://www.stanford.edu/group/hermanos/cgi-bin/newHermanosSite/layout/templete/projects_scholarships_layout.php | $1,000 (2) | April 13, 2012 |
| Ligurians in the World Scholarship | Applicants must be graduating high school seniors who are of Ligurian (Genovese) descent. You will be judged on the following: Academic record, essay and evidence of leadership and character. | | $1,000 (4) | April 13, 2012 |
| American Iris Society Scholarship | Senior who is planning on pursuing a career in horticulture or floriculture or closely related field. Application, transcript, letter of recommendation from school administrator, teacher or counselor and two character references. | | $500 | April 6, 2012 |
| Captain John W. Spencer and Jesse R. Spencer Scholarship Program | Senior with financial need who resides within the city limits of El Cerrito or Richmond who is accepted and will attend a University of California campus or Stanford University as a full time student. Personal essay, resume, financial statement, transcript, address verification and letter of rec. Hard copies are available in the Counseling Office. | | Varies – Renewable for four years | April 2, 2012 |
| Omega Psi Phi Fraternity | African-American seniors who plan to attend a 4-year university, minimum 2.5 GPA, demonstrating responsibility and perseverance. | www.sigmaiota.com | $1000 - $1500 | April 1, 2012 |
| USbank Scholarship | Senior who plans to attend a two or four year institution. Selection through a random drawing process. | http://www.usbank.com/scholarship | $1,000 | March 31, 2012 |
| Kiwanis Club of Berkeley Foundation | Based on academic ability, leadership and moral integrity, and commitment to school and community. Application, transcript, two letters of recommendation, and essays. In the past few years AHS has had multiple winners, including two $10,000 scholarship winners! Hard copies are available in the Counseling Office. | | Range between $2,000-$10,000 (5) | March 23, 2012 |
| Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival Scholarship | Senior of Japanese American descent with a minimum 2.5 GPA and demonstrated commitment to community. Letters of reference, essay and application. Hard copies are available in the Counseling Office. | | $2,000 (2) | March 20, 2012 |
| Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, INC Scholarship | African American senior with at a minimum 3.0 G.P.A. Must attend a four-year institution Fall ‘11. Letters of recommendation, brief essay, transcript, and photo are required. See Ms. Tanner for application. | | $1,000 | March 16, 2012 |
| Zonta "Young Women in Public Affairs" | Young women aged 16-19 who have demonstrated a commitment to volunteerism, leadership, and an interest in advocating for women's issues. | www.zonta.org | $1000 | March 15, 2012 |
| Berkeley Chapter, Japanese American Citizens League (JACL) Scholarship | Available for high school students of Japanese descent, who are entering their freshman year in college, beginning in the Fall 2012. | | Up to $1,800 | March 1, 2012 |
| Buick Achievers Scholarship Program | Seniors must be attending a 4-year college or university and plan to major in one of the following majors: Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, Business Administration, Finance, Marketing, or Design. Must also be interested in a career in the automotive or related industries. | http://www.buickachievers.com | Scholarships are up to $25,000/Year | February 29, 2012 |
| Shell Oil Company Technical Scholarship | Graduating senior enrolling in engineering or geosciences at universities identified by Shell (see website for list). | http://goo.gl/HQSIY | $2500 | February 28, 2012 |
| PG&E Bright Minds Scholarship | High school seniors showing a combined demonstration of community leadership, personal triumph, financial need and academic achievement. Eligible students will be enrolled in a full-time undergraduate program at an accredited two- or four-year college, university or vocational-technical school for the duration of the 2012-2013 academic year. | https://www.scholarshipamerica.org/pge | $2500 to $30,000 | February 17, 2012 |
| Kaiser Permanente Asian Association Scholarship | Senior of Asian descent with minimum 2.5 G.P.A. Personal statement, letter of recommendation, transcript. | http://www.KPAAonline.org | $3,000 (4) | February 17, 2012 |
| National Commission for Cooperative Education | To be eligible for a merit co-op scholarship a student must apply and be accepted at one of the ten NCCE Partner Colleges and Universities. Please see website for list of schools and application. | http://www.co-op.edu/ | $ 6,000 (170) Renewable | February 15, 2012 |
| Best Buy | Students must have solid grades plus community service or work experience. | http://www.at15.com | $1,000 | February 15, 2012 |
| Asian Pacific Islanders for Professional and Community Advancement of AT&T | Graduating high school seniors with a minimum 3.2 GPA who plan to attend a 2- or 4-year college or vocational program. | www.apca-att.org | 10 scholarships of $2000 | February 15, 2012 |
| Hispanic Community Affairs Council Scholarship | Awards for high school seniors of Hispanic heritage that desire to attend a 4-year college or Community College. Students must reside in Alameda County. | http://www.hispaniccommunityaffairscouncil.org | $1,500 for 4-year college $750 for Community College | February 10, 2012 |
| KFC the Colonel’s Scholars Program | The 2008 KFC Colonel’s Scholars Program is offering to a graduating senior who has maintained a 2.75 or higher GPA, is enrolled in a public, in-state college or university, is a U.S. citizen, and is pursuing a bachelor’s degree. | http://www.kfcscholars.org | $20,000 award ($5,000 per yr.) | February 8, 2012 |
| The Stephanie Brown Cadet Memorial Scholarship Foundation | Awarded to seniors that live in the Greater Bay Area. Must have 3.0 GPA, 18 volunteer hours, and be attending a 2-or 4- year academic, vocational, or technical college. | http://www.sbcfoundation.org/ | $1000 (Renewable) | February 6, 2012 |
| The Beverage Industry College Scholarship Program | Senior who will attend a four-year college beginning Fall, 2006. Parent or grandparent employed full time with organization holding a valid California Beverage Alcohol License, i.e.: hotels, airlines, restaurants, retail grocery chains, winery, etc. | http://www.christermon.com | Varies | February 1, 2012 |
| The Princeton Prize in Race Relations | This award is not for those applying to Princeton, any student attending any school in the Fall may apply. This award seeks to award those who do outstanding work in their school or community to advance the cause of race relations. | http://www.princeton.edu/PrincetonPrize | $1,000 | January 31, 2012 |
| 2011 Ronald McDonald House Charities Scholarship Program | Graduating senior must be a U.S. resident, be eligible to attend a two- or four-year college or university with a full course of study. There are several categories so apply for the one that best fits you. | http://rmhc.org/what-we-do/rmhc-u-s-scholarships/ | $1000 | January 27, 2012 |
| PG&E | This scholarship is for graduating seniors that need financial assistance. Supplemental applications are required with the basic application. Go to the following website for application and details. | http://www.pge.com/about/community/scholarships/ | Varies | January 17, 2012 |
| eQuality Scholarship Collaborative | Senior in good academic standing, applying to a 2 or 4-year post-secondary institution, including trade schools, and involvement in volunteer activities promoting understanding of and equality for lesbian/gay/bisexual/transgender community. Application, transcript, essay and letter of recommendation from teacher, counselor of staff member familiar with involvement. Search ‘scholarships.’ | http://www.equalityscholarship.org | Varies | January 17, 2012 |
| CAC Educational Scholarship Foundation | Student applying to any accredited college or vocational school may apply. Scholarship is based on the 1 page application and a 3-4 page essay. | http://www.cacesf.org | 1st Place $2,500 2nd Place $2,000 3rd Place $1,500 | January 16, 2012 |
| Washington Crossing Foundation | Open to all high school seniors who are U. S. citizens and are planning careers of service to the United States in local, state, or federal government. This is a great scholarship for history buffs or anyone that enjoys politics. | http://gwcf.org | $1000-$5000 | January 15, 2012 |
| SAE Engineering Scholarship Program | Senior intending to earn a degree in engineering or a related science. Applicant must have minimum SAT or ACT scores, and be a U.S. citizen. | http://students.sae.org/awdscholar/scholarships/ | $400 to full tuition | January 15, 2012 |
| Gates Millennium Scholarship | Be enrolling for the first time at a college or university as a FULL-TIME student. Need a minimum GPA of 3.3. You must also demonstrate leadership skills and financial need. There is several scholarships to choose from that cater to students of color, please go to website for more information. | http://www.gmsp.org | Varies | January 11, 2012 |
| Burger King Scholars Program | To qualify you must be a senior and a U.S. resident that meets their eligibility criteria. | http://www.haveityourwayfoundation.org/burger_king_scholars_program.html | $1,000 | January 10, 2012 |
| Ron Brown Scholars Program | African American senior who excels academically, shows exceptional leadership potential, and who has made an impact on his/her community through service to others. Essays, letters of recommendation, transcript, and application. If application submitted by Nov. 1, it will be forwarded to a select and limited number of additional scholarship providers. | http://www.ronbrown.org | $40,000 (10) | January 9, 2012 |
| The Hispanic Heritage & Colgate-Palmolive | For students of Hispanic decent. A 500 or less essay is required. | http://www.colgate.com/hazlau | Grand Prize $10,000 & $1,000 (15) for other students | December 31, 2011 |
| AXA Achievement Scholarship | Recognizes seniors who are well rounded, determined to succeed and have demonstrated achievement at a job, sport or extracurricular activity. | http://www.axa-achievement.com | $10,000 (52) $15,000 (10) | December 1, 2011 |
| Good Tidings Community Service Scholarship | Recognizes seniors who have contributed through community service. Special consideration for students with financial need. Letter of recommendation, essay, and application. | http://. www.goodtidings.org | $100,000 (20) | November 7, 2011 |
| Coca-Cola Scholarship Program | Senior who demonstrates leadership and commitment to school and community; academic achievement; motivation to serve others. | http://www.coca-colascholars.org | $20,000 (50) $10,000 (200) | October 31, 2011 |
| Horatio Alger Scholarship | High school seniors who aspire to earn four year degrees. Must have financial need, be involved in extracurricular activities, be a U.S. citizen, and have at least a 2.0 GPA | http://www.horatioalger.org/scholarships | $4,000 (37) or $20,000 (7) | October 30, 2011 |
| Robinson-Weeks-Robinson Scholarship | This scholarship is for African American seniors that has at least a 2.5 and has financial need and reside in West Contra Costa. Please see Ms. Tanner for more details and application. | | $1,000 | October 15, 2011 |
| Sinkler Miller Medical Assoc. Scholarship | African American senior with at least a 3.0 GPA and demonstrate financial need. | http://www.sinklermiller.org/Scholarships/Scholarships%202011/Smma%202011%20Dinner%20Scholarship%20Application%20for%20SMMA%20%20REV%20fr%202011.pdf | $1,000 | October 14, 2011 |
| Wendy's High School Heisman Scholarship | Wendy's® is looking remarkable seniors who excel in academics, athletics, and community involvement. | http://www.WendysHeisman.com | Recognition on ESPN and other great gifts. | October 2, 2011 |
| Japanese Chamber of Commerce of Northern California | Senior must be a US citizen with a Japanese ancestry and have at least a 3.30 GPA. Must have demonstraed academic interest in the study of fields of US-Japan relations and attend a accresdited college or university. | http://www.jccnc.org | $2,000 (2) | May 27, 2011 |
| Student- View Scholarship Program | For high school seniors who plan to attend a four-year college, community college, or career school. All you have to do is complete a 15-20 minute application survey about college in your area. | http://www.student-view.com | $4,000 (1), $1,000 (2), $500 (8) | April 22, 2011 |
| Wa Sung Community Service Club Scholarship | Must be a senior of Asian descent attending a school in Alameda or Conta Costa Counties and will be attending college beginning Fall 2011. Section will be based upon individual scholastic, involvement in extracurricular activities, work experience, community service and financial need. | http://www.wasung.org | $1,000 (10) | April 2, 2011 |
| Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program | You must enroll in and attend a United States institution of higher education full-time beginning in the fall term of the award year. In the center section of the homepage, select the “Apply Now!” link under “Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program” | http://www.csac.ca.gov | Up to $1,500 | April 1, 2011 |
| Cabrillo Civic Clubs State Scholarships | Seniors of Portuguese descent and US citizen or permanent resident. Minimum 3.5 G.P.A. and participated in at least three extracurricular activities while in high school. Application, transcript, and three letters of recommendation, at least one of which from the Principal or Counselor, and one from a teacher. | http://www.cabrillocivicclubs.org | $500 | March 15, 2011 |
| Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year (SAMMY) AWARD | Senior scholar athletes. Academic performance, athletic performance, leadership and community service. | http://sammy.bodybymilk.com/ | $7,500 (25) | March 4, 2011 |
| Comcast FOX Deportes | This scholarship will be awarded to 1 female and 1 male student- athlete that is of Latino descent. Copies are also in the Counseling Office. | http://foxlatinostudentathlete.com/northerncalifornia | $5,000 | February 21, 2011 |