Private Scholarships
What is a Private Scholarship?
Each year UCSC students apply for and receive thousands of dollars from private, or "outside agency" scholarships. These scholarships are awarded by organizations outside UCSC and have their own separate criteria and application processes. Many organizations award scholarships to qualified students regardless of financial need. The internet is an excellent place to begin your search for scholarship opportunities. Beware of scholarship scams, however. A good rule of thumb is: "If you have to pay money to get money, it's probably a scam." (finaid.org)
Scholarship Search Engines
These are 2 popular sites to start your scholarship search online.
- FastWeb
- Broke Scholar
 Note: UC Santa Cruz is not affiliated with these sites, which may be sponsored by lenders or other commercial interests. Before entering personal information at these (or any other) sites, be sure to read the site's privacy policy carefully.
Libraries, high schools, and employment are some of the other ways students find outside agency scholarships. Also see: scholarship information for students eligible for the AB 540 tuition exemption and  Latino College Dollars - 2007-08 Scholarship Guide.
The following are some links to selected organizations that offer scholarships or maintain lists of scholarships online:
Coalition of Higher Education Assistance Organizations (COHEAO)
For the 2007-08 academic year, COHEAO is offering $1,000 scholarships to 8 students.
Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard
Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard has compiled a list of scholarships for college students. Be sure to check with the agencies listed for updated information and deadlines
Davis-Putter Scholarships
The Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund provides grants to students actively working for peace and justice. These need-based scholarships are awarded to those able to do academic work at the university level and who are part of the progressive movement on the campus and in the community.
Hispanic Association of Scholarships and Universities (HACU) Scholarships
This organization is accepting applications from students who demonstrate financial need, meet their scholarship criteria and attend an HACU member institution. UC Santa Cruz is a member institution.
Visit https://scholarships.hacu.net/applications/applicants/ for applications and more information.
Hispanic College Fund Scholarships
The Hispanic College fund offers several scholarships for students who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents enrolled as full-time undergraduate students. Students must have a minimum grade point average of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale). Visit www.hispanicfund.org.
Hispanic Scholarship Fund
Scholarships available through the Hispanic Scholarship Fund, are open to Hispanic-Americans who are U.S. Citizens or permanent resident, file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), will be full time undergraduate students, and have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher. Visit http:www.hsf.net/scholarships.php
The Rising Farmworker Dream Fund (RFDF)
Awards are intended to encourage the sons and daughters of farmworkers to pursue MBA degrees and in turn, develop more leaders who will channel resources to the U.S. farmworking community. For more information, visit: http://www.risingfarmworkers.org/scholarships.php
The Sallie Mae Fund Scholarships
Several scholarships are available from this organization. For more information and to download applications: www.salliemaefund.org
Silicon Valley Community Foundation Scholarships
The Foundation administers a variety of scholarship programs with the majority of the awards designated for residents of San Mateo and Santa Clara counties. Visit Silicon Valley Community Foundation Scholarships
SPENDonLIFE Scholarship Program
The SPENDonLIFE College Scholarship program offers financial assistance for college students who are unable to obtain student loans due to a negative credit history. Full details and application materials are available at: http://students.spendonlife.com/scholarship
UCSC Financial Aid Office List
Our office has compiled a list of scholarships from notices we receive. Click here for the list.
Frequently Asked Questions - Scholarships
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