Scholarship and Contest Opportunities for San Diego County Students

There are many local scholarship and contest opportunities available for students in San Diego County. For more student opportunities, visit SDCOE's What's Happening webpage.

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San Diego Community College District: San Diego Promise Information Nights

High school students can learn more about the admission requirements and benefits of the San Diego Community College District (SDCC) San Diego Promise, which aims to eliminate financial barriers to a community college education. Visit the SDCC San Diego Promise page for complete details.
 

Cal-SOAP Workshops and Scholarship

The California Student Opportunity and Access Program (Cal-SOAP) provides webinars and in-person workshops to help students and their families learn about scholarship applications and local financial aid resources. The workshops are open to all San Diego County students, with a special focus on current high school seniors. Check out the Cal-SOAP website for more information on programs to help pay for college including current scholarships.
 

Institute of Transportation Engineers Scholarship

The Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) San Diego Chapter will be awarding one $1,000 scholarship to a high school senior graduating in 2027 who plans to pursue a career in transportation engineering or related field. Access the application. The application deadline is Sept. 25. 

Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship

The Coca-Cola Scholars Program is an achievement-based scholarship of $20,000 awarded to 150 high school seniors who plan to graduate during the 2026-27 academic year. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities. Visit the program page. The application deadline is Sept. 30.