Amigos de Bolsa Chica Scholarship
From amigosdebolsachica.org. $1,000 to $5,000. Deadline February 23, 2027.
- Award
- $1,000 to $5,000
- Deadline
- February 23, 2027 127 days left
- Provider
- amigosdebolsachica.org
- Who can apply
- Open to high school seniors in California studying stem. Minimum GPA 3.0.
- Level
- High School Seniors
- Where
- California
- Essay
- Yes, 2 essays
Last checked October 19, 2026. Details come from the provider; confirm on the official site before you apply.
About this scholarship
The Bill and Meredyth Stern Scholarship is awarded by Amigos de Bolsa Chica, giving multiple awards of $1,000 to $5,000 based on academic record, volunteer experience, and financial need. It is for college-bound high school graduates of the class of 2026 who attend one of several named California school districts and plan to major in a STEM field.
Essay prompts
Write a paragraph not to exceed 5,000 characters explaining why your financial circumstances require you to be awarded the scholarship. Include details of specific challenges you have faced growing up
Write an essay not to exceed 5,000 characters discussing a significant or rewarding life experience and stating your personal aspirations and goals. Use specific details on why you are interested in m
Common questions
How much is the Amigos de Bolsa Chica Scholarship worth?
Awards range from $1,000 to $5,000.
When is the Amigos de Bolsa Chica Scholarship deadline?
The deadline is February 23, 2027. As of October 19, 2026, that is 127 days away.
Who can apply for the Amigos de Bolsa Chica Scholarship?
Open to high school seniors in California studying stem. Minimum GPA 3.0.
Does the Amigos de Bolsa Chica Scholarship require an essay?
Yes. The application asks for 2 essays. The first prompt is: "Write a paragraph not to exceed 5,000 characters explaining why your financial circumstances require you to be awarded the scholarship. Include details of specific challenges you have faced growing up".
How do I apply for the Amigos de Bolsa Chica Scholarship?
You apply through the online form on form.jotform.com. Scholarly can also fill out and submit it for you after you review it.
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