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The Alliance of Black Women Accountants is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to the retention, empowerment, support and mentoring of women of color in the accounting and finance profession. Students aspiring to have a career in finance or accounting may apply. To be eligible students must be a full-time undergraduate/graduate or full or part-time High School student pursuing a career in accounting and/or finance, have a minimum 2.75 GPA, and be a current Student Member of ABWA. Membership for students is free.
- Application Deadline: September 15, 2024
- Submit your application online on the ABWA website
The California Student Aid Commission (CSAC) is now accepting applications for the Cal-HBCU Program. The program awards up to $5,000 to participating students who transfer from California Community Colleges (CCC) to eligible, partnered Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and intend to return to California after graduation. To be eligible for the Cal-HBCU Program, a student must meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Be a CCC student who has earned an associate degree for transfer (ADT).
- Enroll (or plan to enroll) at an eligible HBCU.
- Demonstrate unmet financial need.
- Intend to return to California after graduating from the Partnered HBCU.
Complete the application online on the CSAC website by:
- August 26, 2024 for fall 2024-25 transfer students.
- January 31, 2025 fpr spring 2024-25 transfer students.
Recent graduates of a California public high school may be eligible to receive $500 to $1500 for use towards education expenses. The California Kids Investment and Development Savings Program (CalKIDS), funded by the State of California, is providing eligible students with these funds to promote a college going culture. Eligible student participants may receive awards to use for higher education including $500 automatic deposits in a CalKIDS account for eligible low-income public school students, students identified as foster youth, and students identified as homeless. Deposits may be cumulative for students meeting multiple eligibility requirements.
- Application period: Ongoing until funds are exhausted.
- Check your eligibility and get started online on the CalKIDS website
Last Mile invests in the next generation of technology talent and therefore, offers financial assistance to unrepresented students majoring in tech and engineering. Emergency grants up to $599 are typically awarded within a few days. Larger grants (up to $10K) are awarded to students who demonstrate a high degree of need.
- Application Deadline: Until funds are exhausted
- Submit your application online on the Last Mile Education Fund website
Year-Round List of External Scholarships
Throughout the year, numerous scholarship opportunities are received from organizations outside of RCCD. RCCD does not endorse any of the outside scholarships, but provides the information as a possible resource for students. Browse the list year-round.
