Scholarships
Through the generous support of donors, the Alamo Colleges Foundation offers a wide variety of scholarships for new, continuing, and transfer students. Scholarship eligibility is based on various factors such as academic merit, program of study, community service, extracurricular activities, residency, campus/club organization, and financial need. All students (domestic, international, or DACA) are invited to apply for scholarships.
You will submit one General Scholarship Application to be considered for all Alamo Colleges Foundation Scholarships.
2023-2024 Scholarship Application
Application Opens: January 5, 2023
Application Deadline: August 1, 2023
Other scholarships may become available, each with its own requirements and deadlines. We encourage you to review the scholarship listing below throughout the academic year.
If you are a previous applicant or want to be considered for scholarship renewal, you must apply again to be considered for 2023-2024 academic year funding.
How to apply:
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| For more detailed instructions, FAQ's, and information on the application essays and processes, visit the Alamo Colleges (District) Foundation webpage. |
| Note: In addition to providing transcripts to the college for admission, students must also send transcripts to the following address or email for scholarship consideration. |
Alamo Colleges Foundation, Inc. Email: dst-foundation@alamo.edu |
External scholarships are awarded by organizations and committees outside of Palo Alto College. Each scholarship may have different requirements and application deadlines. External scholarships information can be found through local, state, or nationwide searches such as:
- Adelante! U.S. Education Leadership Fund
- Cafe College
- Collegeboard
- Credit Human Bridge for U Scholarship
- Every Chance Every Texan
- Fastweb
- Hispanic Scholarship Fund
- Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU)
- Rotary Club of SA Youth Education Foundation Scholarships
- Rotary Club of S.A.
- S.A. Area Foundation
- SallieMae Fund
- Scholarships.com
- TheDream.US Scholarship
Note Disclaimer: It is the responsibility of the student to verify the validity of information on each site. Students should be aware of potential scams. Valid scholarships will not ask for an application fee.
Writing Assistance Center: Need some help with a scholarship essay? Visit the Palo Alto College Writing Assistance Center to make sure essays are perfect!
Student Life: Get involved with campus events. Scholarship committees always want to see community involvement. Visit Student Life for opportunities to get involved.
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