Fall 2021 MiraCosta Scholarships
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Fall Common Scholarship Application 2021
The Fall Common Scholarship Application includes the following scholarships, Bob Wilson Scholarship for Former Foster Youth, Beckman-Matsui Family Scholarship for Former Foster Youth, MiraCosta GANAS Scholarship, Ongyod Endowed Scholarship, Azizi Refugee Scholarship, Stephen Hap LeHeurex Genentech Scholarship, and more all in one application.
Requirements
- Must be currently enrolled in 6 units or more at MiraCosta
- Cumulative GPA 2.0 or Higher
- Complete Personal Statement
- Upload Unofficial Transcript
- Upload Community Service Certificate if applicable
Deadline: October 3, 2021
Fall 2021 Osher Scholarship
Students must be currently enrolled at MiraCosta and have completed a minimum of 24 units. The Osher Scholarship is a renewable scholarship as long as the students continues to meet the eligibility criteria, up to $3,600 max.
Requirements
- Must be receiving the California College Promise Grant (CCPG)
- Must have completed 24 degree applicable units at MiraCosta at the time of application
- Must be currently enrolled in 6 units or more at MiraCosta
- Cumulative GPA 2.0 or Higher
- Complete Personal Statement
- Upload Unofficial Transcript
Deadline: October 3, 2021
Fall 2021 Winski Family Scholarships - Full-Time Students
Renewable $500 scholarships based on maintaining eligibility each Fall and Spring semesters up to four consecutive semesters at MiraCosta College, $2,000 maximum award. Scholarship is not transferrable.
Requirements
- Students must be enrolled 12 units or more each semester, complete 12 units each semester
- Have and maintain a 3.0 or greater GPA each semester and have financial need
- Complete Personal Statement
- Upload Unofficial Transcript
- Letter of recommendation REQUIRED
Deadline: October 3, 2021
Fall 2021 MiraCosta EOPS / Brother Benno Foundation Scholarship
This scholarship is for EOPS students.
Requirements
- Must be a current EOPS student
Deadline: October 3, 2021
Fall 2021 MiraCosta College Friends of Dance Scholarship
Requirements
- Must be currently enrolled at MiraCosta College in 6 units or more
- Must have completed 6 units or more in Dance at MiraCosta
- Must have a cumulative 3.0 GPA or higher
- Preference given to Dance majors
Deadline: November 1, 2021
The Stephen "Hap" L'Heureux Baccalaureate Scholarship
This application is for students who wish to apply for a Biotechnology Scholarship.
Opens: September 24, 2021
Requirements
- Enrolled in the BS Program
- 3.0 GPA or higher
- Financial Need
Deadline: October 17, 2021
The North San Diego County Bridges to the Future Program
This is a partnership between CSU San Marcos, Palomar College and MiraCosta College. The program is funded by a grant from the National Institutes of Health, National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIH/NIGMS), and its goal is to increase the level of diversity in the STEM research community. The Bridges Program is intended to prepare students from underrepresented groups at community colleges for seamless and successful transition to CSU San Marcos or another four year university, and to support completion of their undergraduate and graduate education and training, in order to pursue careers in STEM fields.
Program Benefits
- Base stipend of $6,000 per year
- Comprehensive academic and career advising
- Networking with research faculty at CSU San Marcos, lab tours, lab shadowing and other research opportunities
- Summer Research Opportunities
- Attendance at ABRCMS (Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minority Students)
Eligibility Requirements
- Be a full time student at MiraCosta College, with freshman or sophomore standing
- Be majoring in any biomedical-related STEM field (including but not limited to Biology, Chemistry, Physical Sciences, Mathematics, Computer Science, Psychology)
- Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Plan to pursue (or open to the possibility of pursuing) a Master’s degree or Ph.D. in a STEM field
- Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Be a member of a group that is currently defined by the NIH as underrepresented in
the sciences
(includes Black/African American, Native American, Latino/Hispanic, Pacific Islander, individuals with disabilities, and individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds)
Program Requirements
Participation in all Bridges program activities, which may include...
- Social and professional development events with MiraCosta and CSUSM students and faculty
- Workshops and other activities to improve academic skills, assist in educational and career planning, and strengthen transfer applications
- Attendance at research seminar series
- Leadership and participation in STEM Research Club activities
Deadline: September 10, 2021
Access the application at the following link: https://csusm.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_byf81ZlUnolmOMd
At the end of the application, you will be asked to upload the following supplemental materials:
- A Personal Statement that addresses your background and your educational and career goals as they relate to your interest in scientific research.
- Transcripts (unofficial are acceptable)
In addition, one letter of recommendation (which must be an academic recommendation from a college level math or science instructor) should be submitted directly to the MiraCosta College Bridges Coordinator, Suzie Bailey at sbailey@miracosta.edu or campus mail station 1. Questions, email or call Suzie Bailey 760.757.2121 x 6562.
