ACSA California Student Scholarship
Association of California School Administrators · Free to apply
Award
$2,500
One-time award
Free to apply. Legitimate scholarships never charge a fee. We use your student's information only to build their plan.
- Closes
- February 28, 2027
- closes in 108 days
- Essay
- Yes
- about 1,200 words
- Recommendations
- None
- Need-based
- No
- Merit-based
- Yes
- Time to apply
- ~5 hrs
Rules read against the official award page. Confirm on the provider's site before applying.
Requirements
Who can apply for the ACSA California Student Scholarship, as the official award page states them. Your student must meet each one.
- Must be a resident of California
- Open to high school seniors
- GPA of 3 or higher (unweighted)
To apply
- An essay, about 1,200 words.
- Parent or guardian must be an ACSA member in good standing.
- Must plan to enroll in a postsecondary education program, including a four-year university, community college, trade school, or apprenticeship.
Good to know
- Applications are due by 11:59 p.m. on February 28, 2027 for 2027 graduates.
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Requires CA residency
For high school seniors
Requires 3.0+ GPA
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About the scholarship
The ACSA California Student Scholarship provides a one-time $2,500 award to graduating high school seniors whose parent or guardian is an active ACSA member. Candidates must maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA, plan to pursue postsecondary education, and submit an essay reflecting on lessons learned from being the child of a school administrator.
How to apply
Online form on the provider's site
- 1Access and fill out the online Application Form.
- 2Write and submit an essay of 1,200 words or fewer addressing what being the child of a school administrator taught you about the importance of education.
- 3Submit the completed application by February 28, 2027, at 11:59 p.m.
From the sponsor's page, which is always the final word.
How the winners are chosen
The sponsor picks the winners from the students who apply. Most sponsors do not publish how many students apply.
- Time to apply
- ~5 hrs of work
Deadline and application cycle
The current deadline is February 28, 2027. This award runs on an annual cycle, with deadlines around February 28 each year. Applications typically open in September.
- Applications open
- September 2026
- Applications close
- February 28, 2027
Free to apply. Legitimate scholarships never charge a fee. We use your student's information only to build their plan.
Other deadlines near this one
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- Foundation for Orange County Public Schools ScholarshipsDue February 28, 2027 · $1,000 to $3,500 for most cash awards
Common questions about the ACSA California Student Scholarship
How much is the ACSA California Student Scholarship worth?
The ACSA California Student Scholarship awards $2,500.
When is the ACSA California Student Scholarship deadline?
The current deadline is February 28, 2027. This award runs on an annual cycle, with deadlines around February 28 each year. Applications typically open in September.
When do ACSA California Student Scholarship applications open?
Applications typically open in September, and close February 28, 2027.
Who is eligible for the ACSA California Student Scholarship?
Key requirements: Must be a resident of California; Open to high school seniors; GPA of 3 or higher (unweighted).
Does the ACSA California Student Scholarship require an essay?
Yes. The application requires an essay of about 1200 words. Expect to spend about 5 hours on it.
How hard is it to win the ACSA California Student Scholarship?
The sponsor picks the winners from the students who apply. What limits who can enter: open only to California residents and a long essay is required, and most browsers never finish one. Plan on about 5 hrs of work.
Is the ACSA California Student Scholarship free to apply?
Yes. The ACSA California Student Scholarship is free to apply. Legitimate scholarships never charge an application fee, and Solyo verifies every listed award against its official page.
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