Top 100 Scholarships in California (September 2026)

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1

Patrick A Arcadi Memorial Scholarship

Funded by

Darlene Arcadi

Honoring the memory of Patrick A. Arcadi, this scholarship supports incoming undergraduate freshmen at Whittier College who reflect the character of a Lancer.

Funded by

Darlene Arcadi

Honoring the memory of Patrick A. Arcadi, this scholarship supports incoming undergraduate freshmen at Whittier College who reflect the character of a Lancer.

• Education Level : Undergraduate student
• School Name : Whittier College
• Class Year : Freshman (Class of 2030)

$1,500

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Deadline:Nov 27, 2026

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Anthony W. Paschal, Sr. Memorial Scholarship

Funded by

Paschal

This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Anthony W. Paschal by supporting students from his alma mater as they prepare to pursue higher education.

Funded by

Paschal

This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Anthony W. Paschal by supporting students from his alma mater as they prepare to pursue higher education.

• Education Level : High school student
• School Name : Los Angeles Adventist Academy
• State : California

$1,500

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Deadline:May 17, 2027

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Jorge Campos Memorial Scholarship

Funded by

1540 Productions Ltd.

This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Jorge Campos by supporting students who share his commitment to kindness and community.

Funded by

1540 Productions Ltd.

This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Jorge Campos by supporting students who share his commitment to kindness and community.

• Education Level : High school student
• State : California
• Background : Demonstrated commitment to community service and leadership

$2,500

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Greg Bartholomew Memorial Scholarship

Funded by

Southwest Concrete Pavement Association

This scholarship aims to support students who are following in Greg Bartholomew’s footsteps and pursuing concrete paving.

Funded by

Southwest Concrete Pavement Association

This scholarship aims to support students who are following in Greg Bartholomew’s footsteps and pursuing concrete paving.

• Field of Study : Concrete paving or civil engineering
• Education Level : Undergraduate sophomore or above or trade school student
• State : Must be enrolled in an educational program in California, Nevada, or Utah

$2,500

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Ismat's Scholarship for Empowering Muslim Women

Funded by

Tariq Aslam and Family

This scholarship seeks to honor the legacy of Ismat by keeping her dreams alive and empowering Muslim women to not give up on their educational journeys and to do their part to make this world a better place!

Funded by

Tariq Aslam and Family

This scholarship seeks to honor the legacy of Ismat by keeping her dreams alive and empowering Muslim women to not give up on their educational journeys and to do their part to make this world a better place!

• Education Level : High school, undergraduate, or graduate student
• Gender : Female-identifying
• Religion : Muslim
• GPA : 3.0 or higher
• Background : Financial need
• States : TX, FL, GA, AL, NC, DE, IL, NV, PA, VA, DC, OH, CA, MS, MD, NJ, NY

$2,000

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Sleep Deez Legacy Scholarship: For the Visionaries Who Shape Culture

Funded by

Deryk Mitchell

This scholarship is organized by members of Sleep Deez’s team as a surprise gift to honor his legacy and continue his mission of supporting students.

Funded by

Deryk Mitchell

This scholarship is organized by members of Sleep Deez’s team as a surprise gift to honor his legacy and continue his mission of supporting students.

• Education Level : High school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student
• Race : BIPOC
• State : California
• Field of Study : Music, film, or art

$2,000

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Deadline:Oct 12, 2026

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Ndombe-Carrère International Scholarship

Funded by

Dan and Colleen Ndombe-Carrère

This scholarship seeks to support international students who are pursuing higher education in the United States.

Funded by

Dan and Colleen Ndombe-Carrère

This scholarship seeks to support international students who are pursuing higher education in the United States.

• Education Level : Undergraduate student
• Background : International student currently studying in the U.S.
• School : Cal Poly Humboldt

$1,500

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Deadline:Nov 12, 2026

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Faatuai and Fatilua Memorial Scholarship

Funded by

Fatilua Family

This scholarship will support a Pacific Islander college student.

Funded by

Fatilua Family

This scholarship will support a Pacific Islander college student.

• GPA : 3.0 or higher
• Education Level : Undergraduate or graduate student
• Race/Ethnicity : Pacific Islander

$1,000

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Deadline:Nov 25, 2026

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NBEAA Advocate for Electric Vehicles Adoption Scholarship

Funded by

North Bay Electric Auto Association

This scholarship aims to support students who are passionate about advancing the adoption of electric vehicles.

Funded by

North Bay Electric Auto Association

This scholarship aims to support students who are passionate about advancing the adoption of electric vehicles.

• Education Level : High school senior, undergraduate, or trade school student
• Field of Study : Engineering, environmental science, public policy, auto mechanics, or technology
• GPA : 3.0 GPA or higher
• Background : Financial need
• Location : Northern California (Lake, Marin, Mendocino, Napa, Solano, or Sonoma Counties)

$2,000

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Deadline:Nov 27, 2026

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It Takes A Village “Bayanihan” Scholarship

Funded by

Tinidor Foods

This scholarship supports Filipino immigrant students (from high school through graduate school) who identify as Asian or Pacific Islander, as they pursue their education.

Funded by

Tinidor Foods

This scholarship supports Filipino immigrant students (from high school through graduate school) who identify as Asian or Pacific Islander, as they pursue their education.

• Education Level : High school, undergraduate, or graduate student
• Background : Immigrated from the Philippines

$1,000

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Deadline:Dec 04, 2026

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Terry Masters Memorial Scholarship

Funded by

Masters Family

This scholarship aims to continue Terry Masters’ legacy of giving by inspiring others to paint outdoors and to honor his memory through excellence in the arts for years to come.

Funded by

Masters Family

This scholarship aims to continue Terry Masters’ legacy of giving by inspiring others to paint outdoors and to honor his memory through excellence in the arts for years to come.

• Education Level : High school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student
• Field of Interest : Fine arts (plein air painting preferred)

$1,500

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Deadline:Dec 14, 2026

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Sharon L. Smartt Memorial Scholarship

Funded by

Debrah Smartt Henry

This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Sharon L. Smartt by supporting students who are pursuing the humanities.

Funded by

Debrah Smartt Henry

This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Sharon L. Smartt by supporting students who are pursuing the humanities.

• Education Level : High school or undergraduate student
• Gender : Female-identifying
• State : California, Oregon, or Washington
• Field of Study : Humanities (English, history, etc.)
• Background : FGLI (first-generation, low-income)

$500

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Deadline:Dec 19, 2026

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Pete and Consuelo Hernandez Memorial Scholarship

Funded by

Hernandez Family

Honoring Pete and Consuelo Hernandez, this scholarship supports first-generation, underrepresented minority high school seniors and first-year undergraduates in California.

Funded by

Hernandez Family

Honoring Pete and Consuelo Hernandez, this scholarship supports first-generation, underrepresented minority high school seniors and first-year undergraduates in California.

• State : California
• Background : First-generation
• Identity : Underrepresented minority
• Education Level : High school senior or first-year undergraduate student

$6,100

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Deadline:Jan 11, 2027

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Doan Foundation Arts Scholarship

Funded by

Doan Incorporated (Doan Foundation)

This scholarship supports low-income California high school seniors with a 2.5+ GPA who are pursuing careers in the arts, music, design, or performing arts.

Funded by

Doan Incorporated (Doan Foundation)

This scholarship supports low-income California high school seniors with a 2.5+ GPA who are pursuing careers in the arts, music, design, or performing arts.

• Education Level : High school senior
• GPA : 2.5 or higher
• State : California
• Financial Status : Low-income
• Field of Study : Arts

$1,000

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Deadline:Feb 28, 2027

15

Madison Victoria Keith Nursing Scholarship

Funded by

The Cave Family

This scholarship honors the memory of Madison Victoria Keith by supporting female California undergraduates (associate or bachelor's) pursuing a nursing major.

Funded by

The Cave Family

This scholarship honors the memory of Madison Victoria Keith by supporting female California undergraduates (associate or bachelor's) pursuing a nursing major.

• Education Level : Undergraduate student
• Gender : Female-identifying
• Field of Study : Nursing
• State : California

$6,000

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Deadline:Mar 02, 2027

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Coach Ray Memorial Athletic Scholarship

Funded by

Derek Jindra

This scholarship aims to honor the legacy of Coach Ray by supporting deserving athletes who excel in the classroom and in athletics.

Funded by

Derek Jindra

This scholarship aims to honor the legacy of Coach Ray by supporting deserving athletes who excel in the classroom and in athletics.

• Education Level : High school senior
• Sport : Basketball
• Gender : Female
• State : California
• GPA : 2.8 or higher

$500

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Deadline:Mar 09, 2027

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Stitt Family Aeronautics & Aerospace Scholarship

Funded by

Stitt

This scholarship supports determined students who want to be at the forefront of aeronautics or aerospace and need additional financial assistance to achieve their goals.

Funded by

Stitt

This scholarship supports determined students who want to be at the forefront of aeronautics or aerospace and need additional financial assistance to achieve their goals.

• Education Level : High school or undergraduate student
• Background : Financial need
• GPA : 3.5 or higher if in high school; 3.3 or higher if undergraduate
• Field of Study : Aerospace or aeronautics
• Degree Level : High School senior or undergraduate
• State : Arizona, Colorado, California, Nevada, Oregon, or Washington

$30,000

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Deadline:Mar 10, 2027

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Gilbert Tonkin Memorial Scholarship

Funded by

Tonkin Family

This scholarship honors Gilbert Tonkin by supporting Humboldt County, California high school seniors preparing to attend college or trade school.

Funded by

Tonkin Family

This scholarship honors Gilbert Tonkin by supporting Humboldt County, California high school seniors preparing to attend college or trade school.

• Education Level : High school senior
• Location : Humboldt County, California

$1,000

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Deadline:Mar 30, 2027

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Kira Jennings Memorial Scholarship

Funded by

Patricia Spore

This scholarship honors Kira Jennings by supporting graduating seniors at Center High School in Antelope, California who are actively involved in community service and school activities.

Funded by

Patricia Spore

This scholarship honors Kira Jennings by supporting graduating seniors at Center High School in Antelope, California who are actively involved in community service and school activities.

• Education Level : High school senior
• School Name : Center High School in Antelope, CA
• Background : Active involvement in community service and school activities

$500

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Deadline:Apr 02, 2027

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Susie Elizabeth Memorial Scholarship

Funded by

Susie Elizabeth

This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Susie Elizabeth by supporting students with special needs as they pursue their goals.

Funded by

Susie Elizabeth

This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Susie Elizabeth by supporting students with special needs as they pursue their goals.

• Education Level : High school, undergraduate, or graduate student
• State : California or Hawaii
• Career Goals : Will work with individuals with autism in their career (speech therapy, applied behavioral analysis, occupational therapy, or special education)

$2,000

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Deadline:Apr 27, 2027

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Frederick and Bernice Beretta Memorial Scholarship

Funded by

Beretta Family

This scholarship seeks to honor the memories of Frederick and Bernice Beretta by supporting students in San Diego County or Nevada County, California.

Funded by

Beretta Family

This scholarship seeks to honor the memories of Frederick and Bernice Beretta by supporting students in San Diego County or Nevada County, California.

• Education Level : High school, undergraduate, or trade school student
• State : San Diego County & Nevada County, California

$2,000

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Deadline:May 30, 2027

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Marcus Stroman Scholarship

Funded by

Marcus Stroman's HDMH Foundation

The Marcus Stroman Scholarship seeks to support ambitious students from Pasadena and Altadena, CA who are preparing to graduate from high school and have been accepted to the college of their dreams.

Funded by

Marcus Stroman's HDMH Foundation

The Marcus Stroman Scholarship seeks to support ambitious students from Pasadena and Altadena, CA who are preparing to graduate from high school and have been accepted to the college of their dreams.

• Location : Altadena or Pasadena, California
• Education Level : High school senior
• GPA : 3.0 or above
• Financial Status : Low-Income

$75,000

Scholarship is awarded to 3 winners

Deadline:Jun 25, 2025

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Advantech Intelligent Planet Scholarship

Funded by

Advantech

This scholarship seeks to support innovators who are determined to complete their degrees through higher education.

Funded by

Advantech

This scholarship seeks to support innovators who are determined to complete their degrees through higher education.

• Education Level : High school senior
• State : California, Ohio, Kentucky or Indiana

$10,000

Scholarship is awarded to 3 winners

Deadline:May 01, 2023

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Tim Watabe Doing Hard Things Scholarship

Funded by

Joleene Watabe

This scholarship aims to honor the life of Tim Watabe by supporting students who have overcome their own hardships, and now intend to make the world a better place.

Funded by

Joleene Watabe

This scholarship aims to honor the life of Tim Watabe by supporting students who have overcome their own hardships, and now intend to make the world a better place.

• States : CA, OH, UT
• Education Level : High School Seniors, Undergraduate and Graduate

$3,000

Scholarship is awarded to 6 winners

Deadline:Feb 15, 2023

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Ron Johnston Student Athlete Scholarship

Funded by

Johnston Family

This scholarship will support a high school senior or undergraduate student athlete.

Funded by

Johnston Family

This scholarship will support a high school senior or undergraduate student athlete.

• Education Level : High school senior or undergraduate
• Involvement : Athletics
• State : CA

$5,700

Scholarship is awarded to 3 winners

Deadline:Jun 13, 2023

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Mark Caldwell Memorial STEM/STEAM Scholarship

Funded by

Rick Caldwell

This scholarship is intended to honor the memory of Mark Caldwell by encouraging students with financial need to work toward STEM or STEAM careers.

Funded by

Rick Caldwell

This scholarship is intended to honor the memory of Mark Caldwell by encouraging students with financial need to work toward STEM or STEAM careers.

All students are eligible

$1,000

Scholarship is awarded to 1 winner

Deadline:Jun 11, 2026

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First in Business Foundation Scholarship

Funded by

First in Business Foundation

This scholarship will support first generation college students who are interested in pursuing a career in business.

Funded by

First in Business Foundation

This scholarship will support first generation college students who are interested in pursuing a career in business.

• Education Level : High school senior
• Background : Low-income and first generation college student
• Race/Ethnicity : BIPOC
• Major/Career Field : Business-related

$1,045

Scholarship is awarded to 1 winner

Deadline:Feb 01, 2023

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Jason Choi Memorial Scholarship

Funded by

Joan Choi

This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Jason Choi by supporting students who share his passion for fitness and the discipline it brings.

Funded by

Joan Choi

This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Jason Choi by supporting students who share his passion for fitness and the discipline it brings.

• Education Level : High school senior
• GPA : 3.0 GPA or higher
• Background : Passion for fitness
• State : CA

$6,500

Scholarship is awarded to 5 winners

Deadline:Jun 28, 2026

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Mohamed Magdi Taha Memorial Scholarship

Funded by

Taha Family

This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Mohamed Magdi Taha by supporting students who possess similar qualities and are also ‘up-standers’ in their communities.

Funded by

Taha Family

This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Mohamed Magdi Taha by supporting students who possess similar qualities and are also ‘up-standers’ in their communities.

• Education Level : Undergraduate student
• Race : Black/African
• Major of Interest : STEM or the arts

$2,600

Scholarship is awarded to 1 winner

Deadline:Feb 01, 2026

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Patrick A Arcadi Memorial Scholarship

• Education Level : Undergraduate student
• School Name : Whittier College
• Class Year : Freshman (Class of 2030)

Anthony W. Paschal, Sr. Memorial Scholarship

• Education Level : High school student
• School Name : Los Angeles Adventist Academy
• State : California

Jorge Campos Memorial Scholarship

• Education Level : High school student
• State : California
• Background : Demonstrated commitment to community service and leadership

Greg Bartholomew Memorial Scholarship

• Field of Study : Concrete paving or civil engineering
• Education Level : Undergraduate sophomore or above or trade school student
• State : Must be enrolled in an educational program in California, Nevada, or Utah

Ismat's Scholarship For Empowering Muslim Women

• Education Level : High school, undergraduate, or graduate student
• Gender : Female-identifying
• Religion : Muslim
• GPA : 3.0 or higher
• Background : Financial need
• States : TX, FL, GA, AL, NC, DE, IL, NV, PA, VA, DC, OH, CA, MS, MD, NJ, NY

Sleep Deez Legacy Scholarship: For The Visionaries Who Shape Culture

• Education Level : High school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student
• Race : BIPOC
• State : California
• Field of Study : Music, film, or art

Ndombe Carrère International Scholarship

• Education Level : Undergraduate student
• Background : International student currently studying in the U.S.
• School : Cal Poly Humboldt

Faatuai And Fatilua Memorial Scholarship

• GPA : 3.0 or higher
• Education Level : Undergraduate or graduate student
• Race/Ethnicity : Pacific Islander

Nbeaa Advocate For Electric Vehicles Adoption Scholarship

• Education Level : High school senior, undergraduate, or trade school student
• Field of Study : Engineering, environmental science, public policy, auto mechanics, or technology
• GPA : 3.0 GPA or higher
• Background : Financial need
• Location : Northern California (Lake, Marin, Mendocino, Napa, Solano, or Sonoma Counties)

It Takes A Village “Bayanihan” Scholarship

• Education Level : High school, undergraduate, or graduate student
• Background : Immigrated from the Philippines

Terry Masters Memorial Scholarship

• Education Level : High school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student
• Field of Interest : Fine arts (plein air painting preferred)

Sharon L. Smartt Memorial Scholarship

• Education Level : High school or undergraduate student
• Gender : Female-identifying
• State : California, Oregon, or Washington
• Field of Study : Humanities (English, history, etc.)
• Background : FGLI (first-generation, low-income)

Pete And Consuelo Hernandez Memorial Scholarship

• State : California
• Background : First-generation
• Identity : Underrepresented minority
• Education Level : High school senior or first-year undergraduate student

Doan Foundation Arts Scholarship

• Education Level : High school senior
• GPA : 2.5 or higher
• State : California
• Financial Status : Low-income
• Field of Study : Arts

Madison Victoria Keith Nursing Scholarship

• Education Level : Undergraduate student
• Gender : Female-identifying
• Field of Study : Nursing
• State : California

Coach Ray Memorial Athletic Scholarship

• Education Level : High school senior
• Sport : Basketball
• Gender : Female
• State : California
• GPA : 2.8 or higher

Stitt Family Aeronautics & Aerospace Scholarship

• Education Level : High school or undergraduate student
• Background : Financial need
• GPA : 3.5 or higher if in high school; 3.3 or higher if undergraduate
• Field of Study : Aerospace or aeronautics
• Degree Level : High School senior or undergraduate
• State : Arizona, Colorado, California, Nevada, Oregon, or Washington

Gilbert Tonkin Memorial Scholarship

• Education Level : High school senior
• Location : Humboldt County, California

Kira Jennings Memorial Scholarship

• Education Level : High school senior
• School Name : Center High School in Antelope, CA
• Background : Active involvement in community service and school activities

Susie Elizabeth Memorial Scholarship

• Education Level : High school, undergraduate, or graduate student
• State : California or Hawaii
• Career Goals : Will work with individuals with autism in their career (speech therapy, applied behavioral analysis, occupational therapy, or special education)

Frederick And Bernice Beretta Memorial Scholarship

• Education Level : High school, undergraduate, or trade school student
• State : San Diego County & Nevada County, California

Marcus Stroman Scholarship

• Location : Altadena or Pasadena, California
• Education Level : High school senior
• GPA : 3.0 or above
• Financial Status : Low-Income

Advantech Intelligent Planet Scholarship

• Education Level : High school senior
• State : California, Ohio, Kentucky or Indiana

Tim Watabe Doing Hard Things Scholarship

• States : CA, OH, UT
• Education Level : High School Seniors, Undergraduate and Graduate

Ron Johnston Student Athlete Scholarship

• Education Level : High school senior or undergraduate
• Involvement : Athletics
• State : CA

First In Business Foundation Scholarship

• Education Level : High school senior
• Background : Low-income and first generation college student
• Race/Ethnicity : BIPOC
• Major/Career Field : Business-related

Jason Choi Memorial Scholarship

• Education Level : High school senior
• GPA : 3.0 GPA or higher
• Background : Passion for fitness
• State : CA

Mohamed Magdi Taha Memorial Scholarship

• Education Level : Undergraduate student
• Race : Black/African
• Major of Interest : STEM or the arts

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