Research Scholarships and STEM Enrichment Opportunities

Once your essays are strong, you’ll be prepared to search for scholarships and enrichment opportunities that require similar personal statements. 

Research and identify scholarships and enrichment opportunities (like research, internships, or summer programs) that align with your goals. Track deadlines and prepare applications.

Suggested Deadline

How to complete this milestone

  1. Search for scholarships that match your background, major, or interests. Identify at least 1-3 scholarships or programs you’re eligible for.
  2. Review application requirements and deadlines.
  3. Prepare necessary documents (transcripts, essays, recommendation letters).
  4. Track applications in a calendar or checklist to ensure timely submission.
Resources
  1. CA community colleges already maintain comprehensive lists of both internal and external scholarship opportunities. It is recommended to initiate your search there, as internal scholarships tend to be less competitive. On a web browser, type” [college name] scholarships.” 
  2. Community colleges often feature career centers that maintain partnerships to offer internship and employment opportunities for their students. Students are encouraged to explore these opportunities.
  3. ScholarMatch CC Opportunities,  Scholarship, and Network Database Sheet  and Tracker Sheet.