High school seniors living in the South Bay (both citizens and eligible non-citizens as defined by the U.S. Department of Education) are eligible to apply for a Sandpipers Scholarship for the 2025-26 school year. Detailed eligibility requirements are stated below.
Application Requirements and Process
High school seniors meeting all eligibility requirements below may apply for a Sandpipers Scholarship.
· U.S. Citizen or eligible non-citizen (as defined by the U.S. Department of Education in The Student Guide)
· Cumulative G.P.A. of 3.0 or higher
· Permanent resident of the South Bay area of Southern California (roughly bounded by the 105 and 110 freeways)
· Students residing outside the South Bay area are eligible if they attend a high school in the defined South Bay area
· Demonstrate a financial need
Sandpipers has provided financial assistance to college-bound students since 1941 and is the oldest continuing aid program in the South Bay. Supporting more than 50 students per year, the program is unique in funding our qualified recipients throughout the four continuous years of their undergraduate studies. View our video about our Scholarship Program here: https://www.sandpipers.org/scholarships
For the 2024-2025 school year, Sandpipers awarded more than $303,000 to 51 college students (Freshman – Senior years). Each student received a minimum of $500 with some receiving as much as $10,000 for the school year. This amount is based on their outstanding financial need from their FAFSA report.
The entire Sandpipers Scholarship Application is online. The application is now available and can be accessed at this link:https://app.smarterselect.com/programs/100654-Sandpipers
All applications are due on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 11:59pm, no exceptions. Please submit applications early in case of technical issues or other unforeseen delays.