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Scholarships

Huntington Beach Adult School students — explore scholarships for adult learners, including GED holders, immigrants, parents, and low-income students.

📅 Scholarships with Upcoming Deadlines
For students with disabilities. Due: August 31, 2025
🎓 Specific Scholarships
Live Mas Scholarship
For 16–26 year old students.
Opens 11/1/25
Doyle Scholarship
For graduating high school seniors and beyond.
Opens 11/1/25
Soroptimist Live Your Dream Award
For women who are the primary financial support for their family.
Opens 8/1/25
Hispanic Scholarship Fund
For students of Hispanic heritage enrolling full-time.
Opens January 2026
Elks Vocational Grant
For students in career or technical training. U.S. citizenship required.
Open Year-round
National Association of Negro Business & Professional Women’s Clubs
For African American graduating seniors. U.S. citizenship required.
Opens January 2026
APIA Scholarship Program
For students of Asian or Pacific Islander descent.
Opens Fall 2025
Jeannette Rankin National Scholar Grant
For women and nonbinary students age 35+.
Opens Winter 2025
College Fee Waiver for Veteran Dependents
Waives tuition for eligible children or spouses of veterans.
Open Now
CapED Scholarship
For students with disabilities.
Due: August 31, 2025
🌍 Scholarships for Immigrants & Undocumented Students
🔍 Scholarship Search Tools
*Tips: Focus on individual scholarships and less on sweepstakes scholarships that are based on luck. Never pay to apply for a scholarship.

Financial Aid

Learn how to apply for financial aid, whether you’re a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or undocumented student. Explore the FAFSA, the Dream Act, and other helpful resources.

💰 FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)

The FAFSA is for U.S. citizens and eligible non-citizens. It gives access to federal grants, loans, and work-study. Even if you're unsure you'll qualify for aid, it's worth applying!

🌐 California Dream Act (CADAA)

The CADAA is for undocumented or nonresident students who meet AB 540 requirements. It offers access to state financial aid like Cal Grants and fee waivers.

📚 More Financial Aid Resources

Need help applying? Meet with an HBAS Counselor.

Scholarships vs. Financial Aid
 
Scholarships and financial aid both help pay for college, but they are different. Scholarships are usually given for good grades, community service, or special groups, and you don’t have to pay them back. Financial aid (state/federal) is mostly based on family size and income. It can come as grants, loans (need to be repaid), or work-study. Both are worth applying to!