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Scholarships (47)


Athletics Scholarship-Men



Award Amount: $1,000 one men's athletics
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words).
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character
Open to all current participants in Compton College's Athletics Program 
Minimum 2.0 GPA
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025
Must be transferring to a four-year institution in the upcoming fall semester
Proof of enrollment at a four-year college or university for Fall 2026 required for disbursement  






Athletics Scholarship-Women



Award Amount: $1,000 one women's athletics
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words).
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character
Open to all current participants in Compton College's Athletics Program 
Minimum 2.0 GPA
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025
Must be transferring to a four-year institution in the upcoming fall semester
Proof of enrollment at a four-year college or university for Fall 2026 required for disbursement  






Business and Industrial Studies Scholarship-Full Time



Award Amount: $100 one full-time student [12 or more units
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character
Open to business or industrial studies majors at Compton College 
Minimum 2.0 GPA  
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025  
Enrollment in 6 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement   





Business and Industrial Studies Scholarship-Part Time



Award Amount: $1000 one part-time student [6-11.5 units]
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character
Open to business or industrial studies majors at Compton College 
Minimum 2.0 GPA  
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025  
Enrollment in 6 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement   





California State University Transfer Scholarships



Award Amount: $1,000 (five awards) 
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character
Open to students accepted to a California State University campus for Fall 2026 
Minimum 2.0 GPA 
Completed at least 30 transferable units at Compton College by end of Fall 2025 
Proof of enrollment at a CSU for Fall 2026 required for disbursement  





CalWORKs Scholarship



Award Amount: $1,000 
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character
Open to current Compton College CalWORKs students of all majors at the time of application 
Minimum 2.0 GPA 
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025 
Enrollment in 6 or more units for the fall and spring required for disbursement   





CARE Scholarship



Award Amount: $1,000  
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character
Open to current Compton College CARE students of all majors at the time of application 
Minimum 2.0 GPA 
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025  
Enrollment in 3 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement 





Child Development Scholarship



Award Amount: $1,000  
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character
Open to current child development majors at Compton College  
Minimum 2.0 GPA 
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025 
Enrollment in 6 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement   





Compton College Re-Entry Scholarships



Award Amount: $1,000 (three awards) 
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character 
Open to students age 25 or older who enrolled after a break in their education 
Minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA 
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025  
Enrollment in 6 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement 





Compton College Retirees for Student Success Scholarship



Award Amount: $500  
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character 
Open to all current Compton College students 
Minimum 2.5 GPA 
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025 
Provide an additional statement (minimum 300 words) demonstrating a commitment to academic success and community involvement 
Enrollment in 12 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement   
 





Computer & Information Systems (CIS) Scholarship



Award Amount: $1,000  
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character
Open to current computer and information systems majors at Compton College 
Minimum 2.0 GPA 
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025 
Enrollment in 6 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement    





Dr. Deborah Sims LeBlanc Legacy Scholarship-Transfer Scholarship



Award Amount: $250, two award
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character.  
Open to current Compton College students of all majors 
Must be enrolled full-time next year at a four-year college/university, with a GPA of 2.5 or higher 
Proof of enrollment for Fall 2026 required for disbursement  





Dream Scholarships-Full Time



Award Amount: $1,000 two full-time students currently enrolled in 12 or more units
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character
Open to current Compton College California Dream Act (or AB 540) students of all majors   
Minimum 2.0 GPA  
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025  
Be DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) or TPS (Temporary Protected Status) eligible and have applied for or received DACA or TPS approval 
Enrollment in 6 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement  





Dream Scholarships-Part Time



Award Amount: $1,000 three part-time students currently enrolled in 6-11.5 units
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character
Open to current Compton College California Dream Act (or AB 540) students of all majors   
Minimum 2.0 GPA  
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025  
Be DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) or TPS (Temporary Protected Status) eligible and have applied for or received DACA or TPS approval 
Enrollment in 6 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement  





EOPS Scholarship



Award Amount: $1,000 
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character 
Open to current EOPS students at the time of application; all majors 
Minimum 2.0 GPA 
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025 
Enrollment in 6 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement  





Fine Arts Scholarship



Award Amount: $1,000 
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character
Open to fine arts majors at Compton College 
Minimum 2.0 GPA 
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025 
Enrollment in 6 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement 





Fine Arts, Communication and Humanities Scholarships- Full Time



Award Amount: $1,000 one full-time student enrolled in 12 or more units
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character
Open to fine arts, communication or humanities majors at Compton College  
Minimum 2.0 GPA  
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025 
Enrollment in 6 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement  





Fine Arts, Communication and Humanities Scholarships- Part Time



Award Amount: $1,000 one part-time student 6-11.5 units
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character
Open to fine arts, communication or humanities majors at Compton College  
Minimum 2.0 GPA  
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025 
Enrollment in 6 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement  





First Generation Student Scholarships-Full Time



Award Amount: $1,000 one full-time student enrolled in 12 or more units
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character
Open to first-generation college students (parents/guardians never attended college) of all majors 
Minimum 2.0 GPA 
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025 
Enrollment in 6 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement  






First Generation Student Scholarships-Part-Time



Award Amount: $1,000 one part-time student 6-11.5 units
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character
Open to first-generation college students (parents/guardians never attended college) of all majors 
Minimum 2.0 GPA 
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025 
Enrollment in 6 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement  





Friends of EOPS Scholarship



Award Amount: $625 
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character
Open to all current EOPS students at the time of application; all majors 
Minimum 2.0 GPA 
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025  
Proof of enrollment at California State University Northridge for Fall 2026 required for disbursement   





Health and Public Services Studies Scholarships-Full Time



Award Amount: $1,000 ne full-time student enrolled in 12 or more units
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character
Open to health or public services majors at Compton College 
Minimum 2.0 GPA  
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025 
Enrollment in 6 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement  





Health and Public Services Studies ScholarshipsPart-Time



Award Amount: $1,000 one part-time student 6-11.5 units
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character.  
Open to health or public services majors at Compton College 
Minimum 2.0 GPA  
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025 
Enrollment in 6 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement  





Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Transfer Scholarships



Award Amount: $1,000 (five awards)  
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character
Open to current Compton College students who have been accepted to a four-year HBCU  
Minimum 2.0 GPA  
Completed at least 30 transferable units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025  
Proof of enrollment at their HBCU for Fall 2026 required for disbursement  





Honors Transfer Program Scholarships



Award Amount: $1,000 (three awards) 
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character.  
Open to current Compton College Honors Transfer Program students at the time of application 
Minimum 3.2 GPA or higher on all transferable college coursework  
Completed at least 9 transferable units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025  
Enrollment in 6 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement  





Humanities Scholarship



Award Amount: $1,000 
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words)
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character
Open to current humanities majors at Compton College  
Minimum 2.0 GPA  
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025 
Enrollment in 6 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement  





Jessica & Jose Villalobos Scholarship



Award Amount: $1,000 (two awards)  
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character
Open to current members of the Compton College STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) Club at the time of application  
Demonstrate financial need (based on FAFSA application)  
Must be transferring to a four-year institution in the coming fall semester  
Minimum 3.0 GPA  
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025  
Proof of enrollment at a four-year college or university for Fall 2026 required for disbursement  





Joyce Duren Memorial Scholarship



Award Amount: $300  
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character
Open to current EOPS/CARE students at the time of application; all majors 
Minimum 2.0 GPA; 
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025 
Enrollment in 6 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement  





Mathematics Scholarship



Award Amount: $1,000 (one award) 
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character.  
Open to current mathematics majors at Compton College 
Minimum 2.0 GPA  
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025 
Enrollment in 6 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement  





Nursing Scholarship



Award Amount: $1,000 (two awards) 
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character.  
Open to current nursing majors at Compton College (at time of application) 
Minimum 2.0 GPA 
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025 
Enrollment in 6 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement  





Ophelia Scott Memorial Fund Scholarship



Award Amount: $300
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character.  
Open to students entering their second, third or fourth semester of Compton College's Nursing Program in Fall 2026  
Minimum 3.0 GPA 
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025 
Applicants must be returning to Compton College in Fall 2026 
Enrollment in 6 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement  





Pride Scholarships Full Time



Award $1,000  one full-time student enrolled in 12 or more units
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character.  
pen to current Compton College students who self-identify as an LGBTQ+ individual 
Minimum 2.0 GPA  
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025 
Enrollment in 6 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement  





Pride Scholarships Part Time



Award $1,000 - one part-time student one part-time student 6-11.5 units
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character.  
pen to current Compton College students who self-identify as an LGBTQ+ individual 
Minimum 2.0 GPA  
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025 
Enrollment in 6 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement  





Rising Scholars Second Chance Scholarships (AKA FIST) Full-Time



Award Amount: $1,000  one full-time student enrolled in 12 or more units]) 
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character.  
Open to Compton College Rising Scholars (FIST) at the time of application  
Minimum 2.0 GPA  
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025 
Enrollment in 6 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement 





Rising Scholars Second Chance Scholarships (AKA FIST) Part-Time



Award Amount: $1,000  one part-time student 6-11.5 units 
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character.  
Open to Compton College Rising Scholars (FIST) at the time of application  
Minimum 2.0 GPA  
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025 
Enrollment in 6 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement 





Robert Spiecker Memorial Scholarship



Award Amount: $500 (two awards) 
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character.  
Open to current Compton College students majoring in history, music, creative arts, fine arts or performing arts  
Minimum 2.5 GPA 
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025 
Enrollment in 12 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement  





Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Scholarships-Full Time



Award Amount: $1,000 one full-time student enrolled in 12 or more units]) Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character
Open to current Compton College STEM majors (science, technology, engineering or mathematics)  
Minimum 2.0 GPA  
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025 
Enrollment in 6 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement  





Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Scholarships-Part Time



Award Amount: $1,000 one part-time student 6-11.5 units
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character
Open to current Compton College STEM majors (science, technology, engineering or mathematics)  
Minimum 2.0 GPA  
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025 
Enrollment in 6 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement  





Service and Leadership Scholarships



Award Amount: $1,000 (three awards) 
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character.  
Open to current members of the Associated Student Government or College Corps Program at the time of application 
Minimum 2.0 GPA  
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025 
Enrollment in 6 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement  





Single-Parent Scholarship-Full Time



Award Amount: $1,000  one full-time student enrolled in 12 or more units
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character.  
Open to current Compton College students who are single parents  
Minimum 2.0 GPA  
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025 
Enrollment in 6 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement  





Single-Parent Scholarship-Part Time



Award Amount: $1,000  one part-time student 6-11.5 units
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character.  
Open to current Compton College students who are single parents  
Minimum 2.0 GPA  
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025 
Enrollment in 6 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement  





Social Sciences Scholarships-Full Time



Award Amount: $1,000  one full-time student enrolled in 12 or more units
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character.  
Open to current social sciences majors at Compton College  
Minimum 2.0 GPA 
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025 
Enrollment in 6 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement  





Social Sciences Scholarships-Part Time



Award Amount: $1,000  one part-time student 6-11.5 units
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character.  
Open to current social sciences majors at Compton College  
Minimum 2.0 GPA 
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025 
Enrollment in 6 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement  





Special Resource Center (SRC) Scholarship



Award Amount: $1,000 
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character.  
Open to current Compton College SRC students at the time of application 
Minimum 2.0 GPA 
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025 
Enrollment in 6 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement  





University of California Transfer Scholarships



Award Amount: $1,000 (five awards) 
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character 
Open to students accepted to a University of California campus for Fall 2026 
Minimum 2.0 GPA 
Completed at least 30 transferable units at Compton College by end of Fall 2025 
Proof of enrollment at a UC for Fall 2026 required for disbursement 

 






Veterans Scholarships-Full Time



Award Amount: $1,000 one full-time student enrolled in 12 or more units
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character
Open to U.S. veterans, active-duty members of the armed forces, and dependents 
Must provide documentation verifying veteran, active-duty, or dependent status (such as a DD-214, military ID, active-duty orders, or proof of relationship for dependents) 
Minimum 2.0 GPA  
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025 
Enrollment in 6 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement  





Veterans Scholarships-Part Time



Award Amount: $1,000 one part-time student 6-11.5 units
Complete a personal statement (minimum 300 words). 
Provide the name and email address of a Compton College faculty or classified staff member who can complete an online questionnaire about your academic achievements and character
Open to U.S. veterans, active-duty members of the armed forces, and dependents 
Must provide documentation verifying veteran, active-duty, or dependent status (such as a DD-214, military ID, active-duty orders, or proof of relationship for dependents) 
Minimum 2.0 GPA  
Completed at least 6 units at Compton College by the end of Fall 2025 
Enrollment in 6 or more units for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 required for disbursement