2026 Samohi Scholarship List.xlsx

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1	Scholarship	Criteria	Financial Need	Outstanding Academics	GPA requirement	US Citizen	SM Resident	Talent	Leadership	Service	College Level Acceptance	Letter of Rec	Interview	Essay	Other

2	*indicates additional steps required – see 2026 Samohi Scholarship Application Steps for details
3	*Advisor Scholarship	Current high school seniors who expect to be enrolled in college or a post-secondary educational institution (i.e. military, trade school, etc.) after high school are eligible.	Y											Y	Samohi Advisor Scholarship Application
4	*African American Parent Student Staff Support Group	African American Senior with a strong academic record and/or a strong record of service. Separate application required		Y						Y					Samohi AAPSSSG Scholarship Application
5	Anya Smith Scholarship Fund	Awarded to a senior graduating from the Special Education program at Santa Monica High School who has demonstrated exceptional commitment to his or her academic growth. This award is not solely based on the students' grades. Student needs to demonstrate academic growth.		Y
6	*ASSISTANCE LEAGUE of SANTA MONICA	Since 1937, Assistance League of Santa Monica has assisted children and young adults in need in our community to be successful in school and life and has awarded college scholarships to Santa Monica scholars since 2001.	Y		2.0+				Y	Y	2yr, 4yr, Trade			300-500 word essay - short biography, some background and how would this financial support help your needs.
7	*Association of Mexican American Educators (AMAE)	Student of Latino/Chicano/Hispanic background continuing their education as a full-time student in the fall.										Y	Y	Y - see details in additional AMAE Scholarship Application	Y - see details in additional AMAE Scholarship Application
8	Barba Memorial	Goal oriented student who has shown commitment to their community. Graduating High School, Student College bound, minimum 3.0 GPA, good citizenship, academics, and former Will Rogers Elementary and JAMS student.			3					Y
9	*Be Love Scholarship	Supplement required: art work, photography, poem, essay demonstrating the characteristic of distinguished character.			2				Y	Y	2 or 4 yr		Y		Art work, photography, poem, essay demonstrating the characteristic of distinguished character
10	*Beverly Jane Waters Scholarship	Samohi seniors continuing their education with a career in teaching			2.5+									300 word essay - Why do you wish to become a teacher?
11	*Blatz Family British Literature Scholarship	Evidence of excellence and dedication in the study of British literature and cultural history.						Exceptional in and dedicated to the study of British literature and cultral history				Y - from a qulified tutor	Y	Two, one to two page essays: - Explain which era of British history/literature has been a greatest personal interest to you - Explain how you intend to project your study of British literature and culture into your future.
12	*Blatz Family German Studies Scholarship	Evidence of excellence and dedication in the study of German language and culture.						German Studies				Y	Y	One-page personal essay in English about the meaning that German language and culture have in your life and what impact they might have in college and beyond.
13	*Career Technical Education (CTE) ECHO Entrepreneurial Concepts Hands-on Scholarship	Successfully completed two semesters of any CTE class earning a (B) or better. Exhibit a strong commitment to Career Technical Education and community. Demonstrated perseverance in overcoming adversity.	Y		2.5							Y		Y - review details in Samohi CTE Scholarship Application	Samohi CTE Scholarship Application
14	Chien Family Challenge to Lead Award	Dedication, potential and perseverance in leadership Recipient must attend Donor Meet & Greet May 2026	Y	Y					Y
15	Crawford Memorial Scholarship	Students who have maintained a 3.8 GPA or higher in math and science classes, student participation in student and/or community activities. Interview required.		Y	3.8+					Y
16	*CSF Scholarship	This scholarship honors students who have qualified for CSF throughout their time at Samohi maintaining the CSF standards.												200-300 word essay - What did you contribute as a CSF Member? List activities and state your involvement.
17	*Derry Smith Scholarship	This award honors a student-athlete at Samohi that embodies the true spirit of Samohi and the passion for living life as Derry always had. That passion is to seek adventures and new opportunities in all aspects of life, granting the ability to fulfill lifelong aspirations.	Y		2.75		Y	Athletics	Y	Y	2 or 4 Yr	Y		How do you exhibit the qualities of Derry Smith (student-athlete who embodies the true spirit of Samohi and the passion for living life)?
18	*Eilber Family Scholarship	Financial need, U.S. Citizenship required, academic achievement, top 25%. Essay and resume required w/ 3 references and their contact email and phone number	Y - must provide explanation	Y	Top 25% 3.75+	Y						Up to 3		Explain your goals and how this scholarship will help you in the next step of education.	Resume Required w/ 3 references (include their contact email and phone number)
19	Franklin PTA Scholarship	Attended Franklin, scholarship, activities, and financial need.	Y
20	Freeman Science Scholarship	A student who is strong in Math and Science interested in Majoing in Chemistry or Physics. In honor of Abe (Cohen) Freeman, who graduated from Samohi 100 years ago!		Y, Natural Sciences			Y
21	Grant PTA Scholarship	Former Grant student, financial need, college bound.	Y
22	*Juan Castillo #53 Forever	Essay Required - Maximum 500 word essay - What was the biggest obstacle you had to overcome to reach Samohi graduation?	Y		2.0-2.5		Y		Y	Y				500 word essay - What was the biggest obstacle you had to overcome to reach Samohi graduation?
23	*Julio Jara Leadership Award	Essay Required - Maximum 500 word essay - What is your favorite life quote and why?	Y		2.0-3.0		Y		Y	Y	2 year			500 word essay - What is your favorite life quote and why?
24	*Katherine McTaggart Scholarship for Violence Prevention	Student who demonstrate involvement in violence prevention, demonstrate resilience, having had a come back experience after encountering difficulities. Financial need. Attended a SMMUSD school for the past 4 years. GPA at least a 2.5. Plan to attend 2, 4 year college or technical school.	Y		2.5						2 or 4 Yr			600 - What does violence prevention mean to you? What are some of the challenges you have encountered and how have you overcome those challenges?
25	*Kim Eyler Scholarship	Student demonstrates outstanding sportsmanship as a participant in Santa Monica High School Athletics. Student also shows exceptional commitment to local community service.			2.5			Athletics	Y	Y	4 year			Short essay on what sportsmanship means to you?
26	*Kiwanis Club of Santa Monica	U.S. citizen, min GPA varies, two or four-year college, mod to sev need. LOR, resume and essay req.	Y		Varies	Y			Y	Y		Y		Student's one-page personal essay, in no more than 500 words, describing: - Academic accomplishments and goals - Community service - Why a scholarship is deserved or needed and what impact it will have - Any special needs or circumstances	Resume
27	*Latinx Scholarship	Scholarships are given to Latinx seniors who are continuing their education and who demonstrates strong academic record and/or a strong record of service.	Y											Y - review details in Samohi Latinx Scholarship Application	Samohi Latinx Scholarship Application
28	Lincoln PTSA Scholarship	Former Lincoln student (two year minimum attendance); college bound student and merit-based, with special consideration for students who need financial assistance.		Y
29	*Logan Michael Hope Memorial Scholarship	Student who has an IEP									2yr, 4yr, Trade	Y		1. Tell us a bit about who you are? What are you interested in? 2. Tell us about a time that you have had to overcome an obstacle as a person that other people would not have had to face. 3. What type of person do you want to be? And how will this scholarship help you achieve your goal?
30	*Mark's Hispanic Scholarship	Student who demonstrates qualities of DARRELL MARKS '34, he was an athlete, student and provider for his family. A hardworking young student who never gave up. He became a Counselor and Spanish teacher at Samohi who set up a trust fund to continue to reward the fine performance of students as he did when he was in the classroom. He was an active member of LULAC.	Y											What will this scholarship mean for your future education?
31	*Matthew Mezza Memorial Scholarship	Please write a short piece (no more than a couple of paragraphs) about the impact that service to the community or to Samohi has had upon you. Please demonstrate your commitment to service (to the community or Samohi)	Y						Y	Y				Please write a short piece (no more than a couple of paragraphs) about the impact that service to the community or to Samohi has had upon you. Please demonstrate your commitment to service (to the community or Samohi)
32	McKinley Elementary PTA Scholarship	Completed their schooling at McKinley Elementary.
33	*NHS Scholarship	This scholarship honors students who have qualified for NHS throughout their time at Samohi maintaining the NHS standards.												500 word essay - Share your personal journey on how the four pillars have impacted you. Include specific examples.
34	*Pete McKellar Memorial Scholarship	Student-athlete planning to pursue athletics at a Community/Junior College			2			Athletics	Y	Y				Write a brief essay. What has your sport meant to you? How has it shaped who you are today, and how do you hope to continue developing through the sport in the future?
35	Pride of 1996	Child of a Samohi Alumni	Y
36	PTA Council of SMMUSD	Academic achievement and financial need.	Y		Y
37	*Puente Scholarship	This scholarship is open to graduating seniors at SAMOHI who identify as Latina/o/x.	Y												Samohi Puente Scholarship Application
38	*Ronald Lovell Journalism Scholarship	Samohi Senior who is a staff member of The Samohi & plans to study journalism in college and pursue a career in some form of media. GPA is not a factor, although a student must be eligible to graduate in June with plans to go to college the following fall. 500 word essay on what the news media means to society.												500 word essay - What the news media means to society.
39	Roosevelt Elementary PTA Scholarship	Former Roosevelt student.
40	*Rotary Scholarship	Community service activities list, school activity list, basis for financial need and higher education and career goals.	Y							Y				Required - Community service activities list, school activity list, basis for financial need and higher education and career goals.
41	Samohi Basketball Scholarship	Student who has been a part of the Boys’ Basketball Program, demonstrates integrity, high moral values, dedication to Samohi and to continuing his education.
42	Samohi Class of 1967 Scholarship	Presented to a studnet who anticipates majoring or minoring in music at a 2 year or 4 year college or conservatory.		Y	3			Y		Y
43	Samohi PTSA Scholarship	Planning to attend SMC or local four-year college, community service, attended SMMUSD grades 9-12, minimum 2.5 GPA or higher.			2.5					Y	2 or 4 Yr
44	*Santa Monica Alumni Association	Relative of Samohi alumnus	Y	Y			Y		Y	Y		Y		250 word essay - "Making a difference in the world: What I would do and how my years at Samohi have helped to prepare me."	Resume
45	*Santa Monica Bay Woman's Club	College-bound girls with financial need. Essay required: How will you use your education and career goals to volunteer in service of improving people's lives?	Y			Legal Res, Student Visa, or Green Card	Y		Y	Y				How will you use your education and career goals to volunteer in service of improving people's lives?
46	*Santa Monica Firefighters	Students continuing their education at a 2 or 4 year college, service to the community of Santa Monica, U.S. citizen, Santa Monica resident, minimum 2.0 GPA, and financial need. 300-word essay required.			2	Y	Y			Y				300 word essay - Detailing the significance of volunteer service or work experience.
47	*Santa Monica Pacific Palisades Lions Club	Financial need, college-bound, academic achievement, leadership and service to school. Essay - 300-500 word essay about your goals (educational, personal, and/or career). Letter of recommendation from teacher, counselor or community service leader.	Y	Y	3				Y	Y		Y, teacher, counselor or community service leader		300-500 word essay - What are your goals (educational, personal, and career)?
48	Simonson-Rehwald Scholarship	Seniors interested in automotive technology						Auto
49	*Stefanie Schwartz Memorial Scholarship (formerly JAMS Science Magnet Scholarship)	Demonstrates service to community that promotes science. Essay - Explain how being a part of the Science Magnet Program impacted your education goals, college selection etc. List all science courses completed while at Samohi and will you be studying science in college? Letter of Recommendation from a science teacher is required.								Y		Y, science fac		Describe your future goals. Will you study science in college? How will your college major help you to achieve these goals? How did your experiences in the JAMS Science Magnet prepare and encourage you to embark on these goals? Please list science courses completed while at Samohi.	List science courses completed while at Samohi.
50	*SMASH PTSA Alumni	Student must have attended SMASH for a minimum of three years. Required typewritten or video narrative, essay, poem or article minimum 300 words maximum 500 words, may include an art piece (visual or performing), and SMASH application.												300-500 word essay - typewritten or video narrative, essay, poem or article, may include an art piece (visual or performing)	Samohi SMASH PTSA Alumni Scholarship
51	SMMASA Future Teacher Scholarship	Seniors planning a career in teaching
52	*T. Fischer Scholarship	Must be an artist and 4 year XC and Track athlete. Include 5 images of your favorite art pieces	Y	Y	3.5	Y	Y	Arts & Running	Y	Y	2 or 4 Yr			Short essay on why you love to do art and run.	Must be an artist and distance runner
53	*Tyler Skaggs Foundation Scholarship	Student who has participated in athletic programs at Samohi							Y					650-1000 word essay - How has participating in athletic programs helped build your confidence, teamwork, and leadership skills?
54	Webb Memorial Scholarship	Former John Adams Middle School student, involved in a sports program, and planning on attending a 4-year college.			Yes (College acceptance)	Y	Y	Athletics	Y	Y	4 Yr
55	Will Rogers Elementary PTA Scholarship	Student who went to Will Rogers Elementary School, minimum 2.5 GPA and financial need.	Y		2.5
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