Scholarships
What if I Receive a Scholarship?
If you have received a scholarship, you need to see the Scholarship Coordinator in the Financial Aid Office. Outside scholarships include Bloss and Golden State Scholar Share Trust.
See also: Scholarship Disbursement information.
Scholarships
The Merced College Foundation Scholarships application period is now closed for 2025-2026.
The Foundation for California Community Colleges (FoundationCCC) is pleased to announce the availability of the Keenan Insurance scholarship opportunity for CCC students! The Keenan Insurance Scholarship seeks to increase the diversity of professionals working within the insurance, risk management, and financial services industry by providing scholarships to underrepresented students at California Community Colleges.
Student Eligibility Requirements
- Scholarships are available to students enrolled in a California Community College.
- Scholarship preference shall be given to underrepresented students who are working towards a certificate or degree in insurance, risk management, financial services or a related field, such as business administration, with a concentration in or focus on the insurance and benefits industry.
- Applicants must be eligible for a California College Promise Grant or be experiencing other circumstances demonstrating financial need.
- Applicants must be enrolled in and complete three (3) units each semester, or the quarter equivalent, in insurance, risk management, financial services, or related courses to be eligible for a scholarship.
Application Information
2025 Maximum Award Amounts
- $600 per semester or quarter
- $1,200 per academic year
- Student application period: February 1, 2025-October 31, 2025
How to Apply
Students: Submit your application to your Community College Financial Aid or Scholarship Office. Do NOT submit an application directly to FoundationCCC. Scholarships will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, so make sure to apply to your Community College Scholarship or Financial Aid Office as early as possible!
Helpful Tips
We suggest you do not pay a scholarship search firm to look for scholarships. First of all, you can do the research and save money. Below we list a few web sites where you can begin your search. Secondly, do not fall for claims you are “guaranteed” a scholarship. If you do receive a list of possible scholarship opportunities, you still have to apply and compete for the money. And, third, never give your credit card information to hold a scholarship.
Scholarship Resources
Check out the following scholarship directories: