MiraCosta Scholarships
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Summer 2024 Scholarships
Nursing Scholarship Application
Nursing students can complete the Nursing Scholarship Application to apply for scholarships established in honor of Natalie Kwoka & Miriam B. Semmer. Two awards are available, one student will be selected for each $5,000 scholarship.
Nursing Scholarship established in honor of Natalie Kwoka is for students enrolled in the LVN or RN program, pursuing a career as a nurse, physician’s assistant, or physician, who have a minimum 2.0 GPA.
Nursing Scholarship established in honor of Miriam B. Semmer is for students currently enrolled in the RN program, who have a minimum 3.5 GPA.
Recipients of both scholarships must also agree to meet the donor at an event or meeting at MiraCosta College. Recipients are encouraged to create and share a LinkedIn profile for communication with community members and donors, and to avoid providing personal contact information. A well-written thank you letter is required before receiving funds.
Deadline: July 26, 2024
Fall 2024 Scholarships - Now Open! July 15 - Sept. 15, 2024
MiraCosta College Annual Scholarship Application
Over 200 scholarships available, ranging from $500 - $2,000. The MiraCosta College Annual Scholarship Application is open to all students including undocumented & international students. Continuing MiraCosta students and recent high school graduates attending MiraCosta in the fall 2024 are eligible to apply.
- Must enroll in 6.0 units or more for fall 2024
- Must have a cumulative 2.0 GPA or higher (recent high school graduates can upload their high school transcript)
- Students complete the online application to apply for more than 200 scholarship opportunities
Deadline: September 15, 2024
Mort & Agatha Winski Memorial Scholarship
The Mort & Agatha Winski Scholarship for $500 is renewable up to four semesters (fall/spring only) to students who qualify. This award is intended for students in their first year of college. First year students and new incoming students will be given priority.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Student must complete 12 units each semester at MiraCosta with a 3.0 GPA each semester
- Must be currently enrolled in 12 units or more and complete 12 units each semester at MiraCosta
- A letter of Recommendation from a counselor, instructor, or community member must be submitted with the application
- Recent high school graduates are eligible to apply and must submit a high school transcript with their scholarship application.
The scholarship is renewable as long as the student meets the above criteria. The award is not transferrable.
Deadline: September 15, 2024
Osher Scholarship
Osher is a renewable scholarship that awards $1,450 annually per student (amount is split between fall & spring semesters).
Students complete the MiraCosta College Annual Scholarship Application to apply for the Osher Scholarship.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Must be California College Promise Grant (CCPG) eligible
- Must have completed 24 degree applicable units at MiraCosta College prior to fall 2024
- Maintain a cumulative 2.0 GPA
- Must be enrolled at MiraCosta College in 6.0 units or more each semester
The scholarship is renewable as long as the student meets the above criteria. The award is not transferrable.
Deadline: September 15, 2024
MiraCosta College Friends of Dance Scholarship
Eligibility Criteria:
- Must have completed 6 units or more at MiraCosta with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or greater
- Must be currently enrolled in 6 units or more and include a dance class at MiraCosta.
- A letter of recommendation from a MiraCosta dance instructor is required and must be submitted online by the recommender. Click here for advice on how to ask for a letter of recommendation.
Winners will be announced at the fall dance concert.
Deadline: November 15, 2024
RAFFY Scholarships for Foster Youth
There are multiple scholarships available for RAFFY students each semester. Students must be former Foster Youth participating in the RAFFY (Resources and Assistance for Former Foster Youth) or Next Up programs.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Must be enrolled in 6.0 units or more at MiraCosta College
- Must have a cumulative 2.0 GPA or greater
Deadline: September 15, 2024
More scholarship opportunities coming soon...
Genentech Biotech Scholarship, Tri City Nursing Scholarship, Jack Kent Cook Undergraduate
Transfer Scholarship, San Diego Foundation.
Spring 2025 scholarships will open January 1, 2025.