Outside Scholarships

Check this page frequently as new scholarships will be listed once available!

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In addition to scholarships offered by Delta College, many outside, off-campus scholarships are also available!

Categories and eligibility vary. View the list below and use the search box to search for scholarships that may apply to you.

 

Off-Campus Scholarships

Last update: March 20, 2026

Scholarship NameDeadlineDescriptionAmountEligibility
209 ScholarshipsVarious DeadlinesOne-stop site for students and scholarship providers to search and apply for college and university scholarships in the 209 area.
 
Various AwardsSearch and apply for college and university scholarships through our database of local scholarship providers for various degree and career training programs.
CardRates.com Financial Futures Scholarship7/31/2026CardRates.com is proud to offer the Financial Futures Scholarship to future and current college students majoring in Business, Accounting, Finance, Mathematics, Management, and other fields preparing for a career in the personal finance industry. Applicants will be judged based on outstanding academic achievement and submission of an essay. $1,000 Minimum GPA of 3.5; Majoring in business, accounting, finance, mathematics, management, and other fields related to the personal finance industry; Must be a U.S. resident; Must attach an official, signed transcript with your submission; Must be a current or future college student (e.g., high school senior); Complete an essay for submission (see essay guidelines below)
Home Renovation NYC Scholarship4/21/2026On behalf of Zicklin Homes, a leader in eco-conscious home remodeling across New York City’s five boroughs, I’m pleased to share the Home Renovation NYC Scholarship—a $500 award supporting students who are passionate about sustainable, energy-efficient design.$500 Eligibility: Open to students in the U.S. or Canada pursuing or planning to pursue studies in Architecture, Urban Planning, Interior Design, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Construction Management, or other related fields
BrightSprout Crossword Scholarship Contest 5/1/2026Are you an upcoming or current college student who loves crosswords? Put your cruciverbalist skills to the test and participate in our 2026 crossword scholarship contest! Create and submit your best newspaper-style puzzle by May 1, 2026 for review by our panel of judges. The winner will receive a $1,000 scholarship, paid directly to their school’s financial aid office.  $1,000Must be enrolled as an undergraduate student for the Fall 2026 semester, Must use the Crossword Scholarship Application to apply and follow all the directions. Must create one, original 15x15 newspaper-style crossword puzzle
on My Crossword Maker by the contest deadline
San Joaquin Health Career Scholarship ProgramMarch 1 to July 1, 2026For those who want to enter the health care field. This year, we expanded eligibility to include more fields within the health care industry, including IT, informatics, clinical social work, and clinical technician roles. If you have questions about other careers, please feel free to reach out to me.$3,000HCSP is open to high school seniors and full-time or full-load college students (minimum of 12 units). We currently do not have a GPA requirement, but we look for academic excellence. 
Sacramento Region Community Foundation Scholarships3/13/2026
 
Dozens of scholarships from the Sacramento Region Community Foundation are now open — and many may be a perfect fit for you or the students in your life!from $1,000 to $10,000Criteria varies per award
Nix Patterson Collegiate Scholarship Award7/31/2026Nix Patterson, LLP is proud to announce the Nix Patterson Collegiate Scholarship Award, offering $5,000 to a student who has demonstrated academic excellence and a strong commitment to community service.$5,000For complete information regarding eligibility criteria, application details, and deadlines, please visit our website.
Western Digital STEM Scholarship4/1/2026Western Digital is committed to expanding access to STEM education in the U.S. by reducing financial barriers for students in the STEM field. Students must be transferring from a community college to a four-year university within the 2026-2027 academic year. $5,000Recipients are selected based on academic excellence, demonstrated leadership in extracurricular and/or community activities, financial need, and the overall quality of the application. 
Freshman Trailblazer Scholarship3/4/26Fox & Moghul is excited to share a scholarship opportunity that supports students who are beginning their college careers. $1,000The student is a college freshman at an accredited college or university within the United States. The student comes from a household with an income of $75,000 or less. The student has a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher.
Law Office of Jae Lee Immigrant Student Scholarship5/4/2026Our founding attorney, Jae Lee, is a first-generation immigrant who represents clients in cases related to all matters of immigration. To encourage the pursuit of educational opportunities, our Immigrant Student Scholarship offers $1000 each semester to first- or second-generation immigrant students whose families are considered low-income.$1,000See our website
Value CPR Foundation Scholarship12/27/2026Value CPR is proud to present the Value CPR Foundation Scholarship Program for students aspiring to study or currently studying healthcare or education. $1,500 In order to participate in the scholarship contest, applicants must meet the following criteria available on our webpage
2026 ITE University Scholars Program3/15/2026The scholarship is open to U.S. graduating high school seniors and community college students transferring to a four-year university. Up to $4,000 per year for up to five yearsEligible students must plan to major in transportation engineering, transportation planning, or a closely related field, and enroll at a university with an established ITE Student Chapter. Preference is given to first-generation college students and students from low-income households, including those eligible for Pell Grants.

CalKIDS Scholarships

CalKIDS automatically offers children born in California and eligible public school students in California a CalKIDS Scholarship Account, along with other potential financial incentives! This applies to all children born in California on or after July 1, 2022.

About CalKIDS

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