Diablo Valley awards scholarships to high-achieving high school seniors who plan to attend an accredited four-year college. Applicants must meet certain eligibility criteria to apply.
Scholarship Details
- Scholarship awards range from $2,000 to $6,000
- Scholarship funds are distributed in two installments at the start of each academic term
- Funds may be used toward tuition, books and supplies
- To remain eligible for the second installment, recipients must be enrolled as full-time students, complete the academic term following the first payment and maintain a minimum 2.8 GPA
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a graduating high school senior entering an accredited four-year college
- Must demonstrate financial need, with a FAFSA or CADAA Student Aid Index (SAI) of $25,000 or less
- Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA
- Must be a resident of Contra Costa County
- Must demonstrate involvement in academics, community activities, school activities and/or employment
Application Process
- Complete the online scholarship application
- Upload an official high school transcript that includes the school's official seal, the signature of the registrar or another designated school official and seventh-semester grades
- Submit a personal statement of no more than 500 words, double-spaced, explaining who you are, why you want to attend a four-year college, and your aspirations after college, if established. You may also discuss your work experience, school activities and community service involvement
- Upload a copy of the Student Aid Index (SAI) award page from your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act Application (CADAA)
- Submit documentation of SAT or ACT scores, if applicable
- Provide a letter from a parent or family member demonstrating your financial need
- Submit one high school letter of recommendation on official school letterhead, signed and dated by a counselor or teacher, with their contact information
- Submit one community letter of recommendation, if applicable, describing your services or contributions to the community. The letter must be signed and dated by a supervisor on official letterhead and include contact information
- Ensure both letters of recommendation are submitted in sealed envelopes with the initials of the signer placed over the sealed point of each flap. Include both sealed letters with the application in one packet
- If selected as a semi-finalist, attend the mandatory in-person interview with members of the Scholarship Committee at the Diablo Valley office
- Wait for final notification by May 1st
If you are a graduating high school senior in Contra Costa County with a strong academic record and a commitment to your school or community, this scholarship is an excellent opportunity to help fund your college education. Don't miss the opportunity to be recognized for your hard work and receive financial assistance toward your future educational goals.
