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Scholarships (113)

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A.E. Truman/Osher Foundation - Music

Eligibility Criteria:

Music major
Participation in Moorpark College music productions/events
Full-time or part-time student (enrolled in 9 or more units)
Continuing at Moorpark College fall semester 2023
Demonstrated campus activities and community service
Student must currently be receiving the CA College Promise Grant MC, formerly known as the Board of Governor’s Fee Waiver (BOGG).

Award: $750

AAUW Thousand Oaks

Eligibility Criteria:

Minimum GPA of 3.30
Completed a minimum of 36 transferable credits
Be a female re-entry student over 24 years old
Continuing at Moorpark College OR transferring to a 4-four college/university fall semester 2023
Have an educational goal of a college degree in any major

Award: $1,250

ACCESS

Eligibility Criteria:

Access student in any major
Continuing at Moorpark College or transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023
Minimum GPA 2.5
Part-time or full-time student (enrolled in 6 or more units)
Financial need
Demonstration of assistance to other students as part of your Leadership Statement

Award: Varies

AHSV Biotech Scholarship

Adventist Health Simi Valley has established this scholarship in support of continuing Moorpark College Biotech students preparing for a career in the healthcare field.

Eligibility criteria:

Major - Biotech
GPA - 2.00 or higher
Enrolled in 12 or more units at Moorpark College
Continuing at Moorpark College or transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023
Financial need

Award: $1,000

AHSV EMT Tech Scholarship

Adventist Health Simi Valley has established this scholarship in support of continuing Moorpark College EMT students preparing for a career in the healthcare field.

Eligibility criteria:

Enrolled in the EMT Tech class at Moorpark College
GPA - 2.00 or higher
Full-time student (12 or more units)
Continuing at Moorpark College or transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023 (maybe enrolling in the Moorpark College Paramedics Program)
Financial need

Award: $1,000

AHSV Radiology Tech Scholarship

Adventist Health Simi Valley has established this scholarship in support of continuing Moorpark College Radiology Tech students preparing for a career in the healthcare field.

Eligibility criteria:

Student must be enrolled in the Moorpark College Rad Tech Program Spring 2023 (with Rad Tech as a major)
GPA - 3.0 or higher
Full-time student (enrolled in 12 or more units)
Continuing in the Rad Tech Program Fall 2023
Financial need

Award: $1,000

Altrusa International of Oxnard - Daviene Warshawsky Memorial

Eligibility Criteria:

Applicant interested in Vocational Training
Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.9
Currently enrolled as a full-time student (12 or more units)
Continuing at Moorpark College fall semester 2023
Demonstrate financial need

Award: $500

*Applicant should be re-entering the workforce, be the head of household, a single parent with dependent children.

Altrusa International of Oxnard – Dorothy Huston Memorial

Eligibility Criteria:

Pursuing a career in Health Services
Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.9
Currently enrolled as a full-time student (12 or more units)
Continuing at Moorpark College fall semester 2023
Demonstrate financial need

Award: $500

*Students with an Associates or Bachelors Degree do not qualify to apply.*

Altrusa International of Oxnard - Geneva "Jean" Hall Memorial Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

Major - Education (teaching)
Minimum GPA 2.90
Continuing at Moorpark College fall 2023
Financial need

Award: $500

*Students with an Associates or Bachelors Degree do not qualify to apply.*

Altrusa International of Oxnard – Muriel L. Ballauf Memorial

Eligibility Criteria:

Pursuing a Nursing or Radiology career. Or to further your career in these areas.
Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.9
Currently enrolled as a full-time student (12 or more units)
Continuing at Moorpark College fall semester 2022
Demonstrate financial need

Award: $500

Altrusa International of Oxnard - Robert B. Wismann Memorial

Eligibility Criteria:

Majoring in Education or Teaching
Minimum GPA of 2.9
Currently enrolled as a full-time student (12 or more units)
Continuing at Moorpark College fall semester 2023
Demonstrate financial need

Award: $500

*Applicants should be re-entering the workforce, head of household, and a single parent with dependent children or single person.

Altrusa International of Oxnard - Roberta Ross Memorial Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

Accounting or Business majors
Minimum GPA 2.90
Full-time (12 or more units)
Continuing at Moorpark College fall semester 2023
Financial Need

Award: $500

*The applicant should be re-entering the workforce, head of household, and a single parent with dependent children.

Andrew Cortes Memorial Scholarship

Faculty, staff, and friends of Andrew Cortes established this scholarship in his memory and how he overcame health adversity to study at Moorpark College.

Eligibility Criteria:

GPA of 3.0 or higher
Health care related majors
Full-time student (enrolled in 12 or more units)
Demonstrated campus activities and community service
Demonstrated financial need
Individuals who have described a significant challenge in their general narrative

Award: $600

ART Osher Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

Applicants must be seriously pursuing a professional career in the arts.
Completed at least 24 units at Moorpark College
Submit the Application and Statement of Intent by due date
Must be continuing at Moorpark College or another Community College fall 2023

Statement of Intent: a type, double-spaced, half page statement must be submitted explaining how the scholarship will assist the student financially in continuing an education in the art to the Art Department.

Award: $1,000

ASMC - Full-Time Enrolled Working Student Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

Currently enrolled in a minimum of 12 units at Moorpark College (MC) for Spring 2023
Have completed a minimum of 12 units or more at MC in each of the last two semesters
Have earned a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.2 or higher at MC
Continuing at Moorpark College or transferring to a 4-year college/university fall 2023
Working at least 15 hours per week

Additional Requirements:

Must submit two (2) separate narratives (250-450 words each) in which you answer two (2) of the following three (3) questions: Question 3 is REQUIRED, and you must answer EITHER Question 1 or Question 2.

Question 1: Describe the challenges you face to balance work and school.
Question 2: What are the reason that you continue working and going to school full-time?
Question 3: How would receiving this scholarship contribute to your success?

A copy of your resume:

Your resume should be no more than two-pages in length, and it should include any participation in leadership opportunities, achievements or special distinctions, and professional or volunteer experience you have accumulated while attending Moorpark College.

Important:
To allow for a blind review of students' application materials, we ask that you redact identifying information (such as your name) from the aforementioned required documents before submitting. If a student is enrolled in ACCESS, they could still be considered full-time with less than 12 units.

Award: $1,000

ASMC - Grieving the Loss of a Loved One Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

Have completed at least 12 units total at Moorpark College (MC) over the course of the last two semesters,
Currently enrolled in a minimum of 12 units at MC for Spring 2023
Have earned a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher at MC
Continuing at Moorpark College fall semester 2023
Lost a loved one during the 2021-22 or 2022-23 school year

Additional Requirements:

Must submit two (2) separate narratives (250-450 words each) in which you answer BOTH of the following questions:

Question 1: Describe your experience of grieving the loss of a loved one. How did this loss affect you? (e.g., financially, emotionally, academically, future plans, etc.)
Question 2: How would receiving this scholarship contribute to your success?

Important:
To allow for a blind review of students' application materials, we ask that you redact identifying information (such as your name) from the aforementioned required documents before submitting. If a student is enrolled in ACCESS, they could still be considered full-time with less than 12 units.

Award: $1,000

ASMC - Student Involvement Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

Have completed at least 12 units total at Moorpark College (MC) over the course of the last two semesters
Currently enrolled in a minimum of 12 units at MC for Spring 2023
Have earned a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.2 or higher at MC
Continuing at Moorpark College or transferring to a 4-year college/university fall 2023
Involved in two (2) or more extracurricular activities at MC

Additional Requirements:

Must submit two (2) separate narratives (250-450 words each) in which you answer two (2) of the following three (3) questions: Question 3 is REQUIRED, and you must answer EITHER Question 1 or Question 2.

Question 1: How do all your extracurricular activities personally impact you? Why?
Question 2: How do your extracurricular activities positively affect the students or community of MC?
Question 3: How would receiving this scholarship contribute to your success?

A copy of your resume:

Biological Sciences Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

Major - Biology (varies within fields within the Biology Dept.)
Minimum GPA - 3.0
Transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023
Other eligibility criteria varies depending on the field in Biology
Community Service

Award: Varies

Blake Family Scholarship - EATM

Eligibility Criteria:

EATM Major
Full-time student graduating from the EATM Program spring semester 2023
Student showing the strongest work ethic, teamwork, and financial need

Award: $varies

Brian Wolverton Anthropology

Eligibility Requirements:

Transferring to another institution as a declared Anthropology and/or Archaeology major fall semester 2023.
Documentation of a minimum of two Anthropology classes, at least one of which must be completed prior to the semester in which the scholarship application is filed, with a B or above in each.
Progress in any Anthropology class in which the applicant is presently enrolled to be indicated by a signed letter from the instructor.
Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better in all anthropology classes.

Applicants: Must submit a narrative in which they state how they intend to use their knowledge of anthropology and/or archaeology to improve the lives of other people. This narrative should be between 500-1000 words and should contain information about how the applicant first became interested in anthropology, how their anthropology classes at Moorpark College have affected their thinking, and how they intend to continue their studies. Where appropriate, applicants should also note prior instances in which they have used their anthropological knowledge to understand some aspect of their lives and/or to improve the lives of others.

Award: $500

Caroline Esparza Nursing Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

Must be currently enrolled in the Moorpark College Nursing Program
Minimum GPA 3.0
Continuing in the nursing program or transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023
Requirement: Acceptance to a Bachelor in Nursing (BSN) Program after graduation

Award: $2,000

*The scholarship award will be sent to the 4-year college/university when the student transfers for the BSN Degree.

Ceil Copsey Memorial History Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

History major
Cumulative GPA 3.0 or higher
Full-time student (12 or more units)
Transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023
Demonstrate financial need

Award: $1,000

Ceramics Scholarship

Students must: Apply/Complete/Win in Moorpark College Art Juried Show. Must include ceramic art pieces.

The recipient/recipients are selected by the Fine Arts and Ceramics Department.

Child Development

Eligibility Criteria:

Majoring in Child Development
Student must be pursing a Certificate or an Associates Degree in Child Development
GPA 3.0 or higher
Completed at least 12 units in core classes
Full-time or Part-time student (6 or more units)
Continuing at Moorpark College fall semester 2023

Award: $500

Classified Senate Scholarship for Current Classified Staff or Dependents/Grandchildren of MC Classified Staff

Eligibility Criteria:

Current MC classified employee seeking to enroll (or currently enrolled in) a professional development course at a higher learning accredited institution or working towards a degree

Spouse, dependent, or grandchild of a MC classified employee currently enrolled at any accredited higher learning institution working towards a degree
- Applicant must be an undergraduate or graduate student in an accredited, degree-seeking program
- Full-time or Part-time (6 or more units)
- Transcripts must be submitted to verify enrollment
- GPA of 2.5 or higher

Award: $500

*Recipients awarded the scholarship spring semester 2022 do not qualify for the scholarship this spring semester 2023.

Classified Senate Scholarship for MC Students

Eligibility Criteria:

Continuing students at Moorpark College in the fall 2023
Any major
Full-time student (currently enrolled in 12 or more units)
GPA of 2.5 or higher
Letter of reference from nominating faculty, staff, or manager required in order to apply for the scholarship
Applicants should be sure to include the following in their General Narrative response: the applicant's educational growth and/or accomplishments, contributions to their program, Moorpark College and/or the community, and the challenges that they've overcome in their commitment to education.

Award: $500

Clean Power Alliance Voyager Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

Majors - Electrical Engineering, Environmental Science, or Photovoltaic
Minimum GPA - 2.50
Full-time or part-time student (enrolled in 6 or more units)
Continuing at Moorpark College or transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023

Award: $1,000

Clint Harper, DFC - Education

Eligibility Criteria:

Majoring in Education or any degree program for K-12 teacher training
GPA 3.0 or higher
Part-time or full-time student (6 or more units)
Transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023 as a full-time student
Demonstrate financial need

Award: $1,000

*Additional consideration given to applicants who have interned or otherwise worked in an educational institution.

Computer Science Outstanding Student

Eligibility Criteria:

Computer Science major
GPA 3.0 or higher
Full-time or part-time student (6 or more units)
Continuing at Moorpark College or transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023

Award: $500

David K. Murphy - Science

Eligibility Criteria:

Science majors
GPA 3.6 or higher
Must have taken Chem 1A at Moorpark College and earned an ”A” within the last 24 months
Must complete 24 units at Moorpark College by the end of the spring semester 2023
Transferring to a UC school fall semester 2023

Award: $500

David Wagner Memorial - Science

Eligibility Criteria:

Science majors
GPA 3.6 or higher
Must be earning or earned an “A” in Chemistry within the last 12 months.
Must complete 24 units at Moorpark College by the end of the spring semester 2023
Continuing at Moorpark College or transferring to a 4 year college/university fall semester 2023

Award: $750

Dean Brenda Shubert/Osher Foundation - Nursing

Eligibility Criteria:

Currently enrolled in the Moorpark College Nursing Program and continuing fall semester 2023
GPA 3.0 or higher
Student in the MC Nursing program - enrolled in 9 or more units
Student must currently be receiving the CA College Promise Grant MC, formerly known as the Board of Governor's Fee Waiver (BOGG).

Award: $750

Dr. Gary L. Ogden Memorial - Biological Sciences

Eligibility Criteria:

Majoring in the Biological Sciences
GPA 3.0 in the sciences and 3.5 GPA overall
Must be a U.S. citizen
Full-time or part-time student (6 or more units)
Transfer student must be in their final year of study at Moorpark College and transferring to a 4-year, secular (non-religious) university to further their study of science fall semester 2023
Student continuing at Moorpark College fall semester 2023 must be pursuing an education or career in the biological sciences
Demonstrate financial need

Award: varies

*Student must write an essay expressing their views on evolution, the scientific method and religion.

Dr. James Walker - Teaching

Eligibility Criteria:

Intent to pursue a career in Teaching
Minimum GPA of 2.7 or higher
Transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023

Award: Varies

English Department Scholarship

The student is nominated by a faculty member to submit an application for this scholarship.

Students must submit the following documents:

Application
Letter of reference from nominating faculty
Student's personal essay
Unofficial transcript

Award: varies

Female Scholar Athlete of the Year

The Female Scholar Athlete of the Year is selected by the Athletic Department every spring semester.

Field Hockey Federation

This scholarship is available for students attending Moorpark College who are coaching or playing field hockey.

Eligibility Criteria:

Applicant must be coaching or playing field hockey.
GPA 2.5 or higher
Full-time student (12 or more units)
Continuing at Moorpark College or transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023

Award: $1,000

Frank Bianchino Memorial Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

Psychology major
GPA 3.0 or higher
Continuing at Moorpark College or transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023
Campus activities or community service relating to Psychology
Must have completed at least two psychology courses before applying

Award: Varies

Frank Sardisco Memorial Art

Open to all Moorpark art students. The scholarship is awarded to students for excellence in the visual arts. Areas of study include drawing, painting, ceramics, sculpture, mixed media, graphics, photography, multimedia and video. Students will be judged on the basis of their work, as well as how the work is presented to the panel judges.

Eligibility Criteria:

Applicants must be seriously pursuing a professional career in the arts and will have completed their studies at Moorpark College by the end of the fall semester.
Completed at least 24 units at Moorpark College
Submit the Application and Statement of Intent by due date

Statement of Intent: a typed, double-spaced, half page statement must be submitted explaining how the scholarship will assist the student financially in continuing an education in art.

Award: $500

Fred Kavli - Biology

Eligibility Criteria:

Majoring in Biology
GPA 3.5 or higher
Must have 24 units in residence at Moorpark College
Transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023

Award: $1,000

Fred Kavli – Chemistry

Eligibility Criteria:

Majoring in Chemistry
Minimum GPA 3.6 or higher
Have earned or are currently earning an "A" in Chemistry 7B
Minimum of 24 units in residence at Moorpark College
Transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023

Award: $1,000

Fred Kavli – Computer Science

Eligibility Criteria:

Computer Science major
GPA 3.0 or higher
Full-time student (12 or more units)
Continuing at Moorpark College or transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023

Award: $1,000

Fred Kavli – Engineering

Eligibility Criteria:

Majoring in Engineering
GPA 3.7 or higher
24 units in residence at Moorpark College
Transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023

Award: $1,000

Fred Kavli – Mathematics

Eligibility Criteria:

Mathematics major
GPA 3.7 or higher
Completed or in progress the following math courses: 25A/B/C, 31 & 35
Transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023

Award: $1,000

Fred Kavli - Physics

Eligibility Criteria:

Majoring in physics
GPA 3.00 or higher
Must have 24 units in residence completed at Moorpark College
Transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023

Award: $1,000

Gene Berg, DFC - Science

Eligibility Criteria:

Science majors
GPA 3.0 or higher
Transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023

Award: $500

George Floyd Memorial African American Scholarship

The scholarship was established in memory of George Floyd by a former dean and some of the Moorpark College African American faculty.

Eligibility Criteria:

Student in any Major
Minimum GPA 2.80
Continuing studies at Moorpark College fall semester 2023

Required response: In what significant ways have you used your education to contribute to the uplift of the African American community or worked to improve Black and White race relations?

Award: Varies

Gilbert Lopez Memorial - Nursing or Education

Eligibility Criteria:

Currently enrolled in the Moorpark College Nursing Program OR pursuing an Education major
GPA 3.0 or higher
Continuing at Moorpark College fall semester 2023
Demonstrated Community Service/Campus Activities

Award: Varies

Glenna Meadows Memorial - Nursing

Eligibility Criteria:

Currently enrolled in the Moorpark College Nursing Program and entering the second or third semester fall semester 2023
GPA 3.0 or higher
Student in the MC Nursing program - enrolled in 8.5 or more units
Demonstrate financial need

Award: $700

Guadalupe D Aldana Memorial Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

Minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher
Full-time student (enrolled in 12 or more units)
Major: Radiologic Technology
Continuing at Moorpark College for fall semester 2023

Award: $1000

Haddad Family/Osher Foundation - Nursing

Eligibility Criteria:

Currently enrolled in the second or third semester in the Moorpark College (MC) Nursing program
Continuing in the nursing program fall semester 2023
GPA 3.0 or higher
Student in the MC Nursing program - enrolled in 8.50 or more units
Student must currently be receiving the CA College Promise Grant MC, formerly known as the Board of Governor’s Fee Waiver (BOGG).

Award: $500

History Department

Eligibility criteria:

History major
Minimum GPA 3.0
Full-time (enrolled in 12 or more units)
Continuing at Moorpark College or transferring to a 4-year college/university fall 2023

Award: $600

Ignacio M. Perez Healthcare Scholarship

The family established the scholarship in memory of their father, Ignacio M. Perez. Ignacio believed that education opened doors to opportunities to reach the career of choice. A father of nine children, he encouraged all of them to obtain a degree in any field of study, especially his six daughters.

Eligibility Criteria:

Majoring in Biology, MC Nursing program, MC Rad Tech program
GPA of 3.0 or higher
Full-time or part-time (6 or more units) student
Continuing at Moorpark College or transferring to a 4-year college/university in the fall semester 2023
Financial need

Award: $500

Jamee Pablo Ball Scholarship for Single Parents

Jamee Pablo Ball established this scholarship to pay it forward to a single parent in the Moorpark College Nursing program.

Jamee's message to the applicants - "I am a VERY grateful graduate of the Moorpark College Nursing program, and I am excited to help others on their journey to becoming a nurse. I was a single mom while working and going to school, money was noa luxury and I silently struggled. I am so happy to have crossed the finish line and be able to help others spend more time with their family AND make a good income. I have an amazing career and it is time to pay it forward. I want to come alongside you to help you be the nurse and parent you want to be."

Eligibiltiy criteria:

Major: Nursing
Single Parent
GPA 3.0 or higher
Enrolled full-time (8.5 or more units) in the Moorpark College Nursing program
Continuing in the MC Nursing program fall semester 2023

Award: $1,000

James L. Bittner Memorial Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

Football Player
Minimum GPA 2.7
Full-time (enrolled in 12 or more units)
Transferring to a 4-year college or university fall semester 2023

Award: $1,000

James Peddie, DFC - EATM

Eligibility Criteria:

EATM student starting their second year at Moorpark College fall semester 2023 and in the top 50% of their class
Emphasis on work ethic, participation, attitude and financial need
Full-time (12 or more units)

Award: $500

Jason Fleagane Memorial - Transferring

The Fleagane Family established the scholarship in memory of their son, Jason Fleagane. They want to provide support and encouragement for a student who is pursuing their educational goals. They will recognize the student for the person he/she is, as well as for their academic accomplishments.

Eligibility Criteria:

Any student who is willing to work hard and is transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023

Award: $1,000

Jason Raufman Memorial - Transferring

Eligibility Criteria:

Transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023
Preference is given to students transferring to UCLA or CSUN
GPA 3.5 or higher

Award: Varies

Jean Osborne Memorial - Music

Eligibility Criteria:

Music/Music Education major
GPA 3.0 or higher
Full-time or part-time student (6 or more units)
Continuing at Moorpark College fall semester 2023
Demonstrate financial need
Community service

Award: $500

Jim Sebek Memorial

Eligibility Criteria:

Majoring in Photography
Continuing at Moorpark College or transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023
Submit a Portfolio of a minimum of 10 photos

Award: Varies

John and Daniel Sherwood Memorial - Transferring

Eligibility Criteria:

Be a registered voter in the United States and voted in the last election
Student transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023
Full-time student (enrolled in 12 or more units)
GPA 2.75 or higher
Community Service

Award: Varies

A second response will be required: A creative narrative depicting a true or fictional travel story.

John Gray - Photography Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

Majoring in Photography
Continuing at Moorpark College or transferring to a 4-year college/university fall 2023
Submit a Portfolio of a minimum of 10 photos

Award: Varies

John Loprieno, DFC

The Scholarship recipient is selected by the Theatre Department.

Journalism

Eligibility Criteria:

Be a current or previous semester staff member on the Student Voice Newspaper
Plan to pursue a career in Journalism
Full-time student (12 or more units)
Submit work on student newspaper (clip of story or photo with byline or name in staff box)
Transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023

Award: $500

Karkare Family Biotechnology

Eligibility Criteria:

Majoring in Biotechnology
GPA 2.5 or higher
Full-time or part-time student (6 units or more)
Continuing at Moorpark College fall semester 2023

Award: $500

Laurie White Memorial - EATM

Eligibility Criteria:

Animal Management major
Currently enrolled in the Moorpark College EATM Program and continuing fall semester 2023
Minimum GPA 3.0 or higher
Full-time student (12 or more units)

Award: $500

League of Women Voters of Ventura County

Eligibility criteria:

Majoring in Political Science, Government or History
Must have completed one course in any of the majors listed above.
Minimum GPA 3.0
Transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023

Award: $1,500 to $3,000

LGBTQIA + Allies Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

Full-time or part-time student (enrolled in 6 or more units)
LGBTQIA + related campus activities OR community service
Minimum GPA - 3.0
Student continuing at MC or transferring to a 4-year college/university fall 2023
Must write a personal statement describing activities and/or education (formal or informal) that demonstrates they are and have been advocates for the LGBTQ + Community during their stay at Moorpark College. Can be an ally.

Award: $500

Lisa Ferguson Memorial Scholarship

Eligibility criteria:

Student in the Moorpark College EATM Program
Full-time (enrolled in 12 or more units)
Continuing in the program fall semester 2023
Minimum GPA 3.0
Financial Need

Award: $1,000

Male Scholar Athlete of the Year

The Male Scholar Athlete of the Year is selected by the Athletic Department every spring semester.

Marie Panec Memorial - Natural or Health Science

Eligibility Criteria:

Majoring in Natural Science or Health Science
GPA 3.0 or higher
Full-time student (12 or more units)
Continuing at Moorpark College or transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023
Demonstarted community service
Financial Need

Award: $500

Mary Ann Walker Child Development Scholarship: Legacies in Leadership

Eligibility Criteria:

Minimum GPA 3.0
Continuing student at Moorpark College or transferring fall semester 2023 to a 4-year college/university for a BA/BS degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education
Work Experience

Award: $750

MC Academic Senate Scholarship

The MC Academic Senate is committed to social and racial justice. To qualify for the scholarship, the student must be nominated by a faculty member.

In addition to the guideline for the general essay, the student must consider addressing the following:

Educational growth and/or accomplishments
Contributions to your program, Moorpark College, and/or the community
Challenges that you have overcome in your commitment to education.

Award: $500

Megan Maureen Thomas Memorial - EATM

Eligibility Criteria:

Awarded to a student graduating from the EATM Program May 2023

Documents to submit with the application:

List of internships (attended or planning to attend) and any job applications in progress
One additional letter of recommendation from a source outside of EATM

Award: $1,000

Michael Joseph Pielaet Scholarship

Michael Joseph Pielaet's scholarship was established by his family in his memory.

Eligibility Criteria:

Students in the Moorpark College Nursing program and the Rad Tech program
Minimum GPA of 2.5
Full-time student
Continuing at Moorpark College or transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023

Award: Varies

Michael Wesner Liberal Arts Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

Liberal Arts major
Currently enrolled
Continuing at Moorpark College or transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023
GPA 2.5 or higher
Must have completed 12 units in residence at Moorpark College
Demonstrate financial need

Award: $500

Montobbio Benson

Eligibility Criteria:

Continuing at Moorpark College fall semester 2023
GPA 3.2 or higher
Demonstrate community service

Award: $500

Moorpark College Continuing Student (for tuition only)

Eligibility Criteria:

Currently enrolled in 9 or more units at Moorpark College (MC)
Continuing at MC fall semester 2023
GPA 2.5 or higher
Must have completed a minimum of 12 units at MC prior to applying for the scholarship
Demonstrate financial need
Applicants cannot be receiving the CA College Promise Grant MC, formerly known as the Board of Governor's Fee Waiver (BOGG)

Award: $500 for tuition

Moorpark College Dance

Dance Department selects the recipient.

Eligibility Criteria:

Dance major
GPA 3.0 or higher
Full-time or part-time student
Continuing at Moorpark College fall semester 2023
Active in Campus Activities and Community Service

Moorpark College Textbook

Eligibility Criteria:

Currently a full-time student (12 or more units) at Moorpark College (MC)
Continuing at MC fall semester 2023
Must have completed 12 units or more at MC prior to applying for the scholarship
GPA 3.0 or higher
Applicant cannot be receiving the CA College Promise Grant MC, formerly known as the Board of Governor’s Fee Waiver (BOGG)

Award: $350

Moorpark Women's Fortnightly

The Moorpark Women's Fortnightly Club awards Memorial and Honorary Scholarships to women "returning" to college after life circumstances required a discontinuation of their education.

Eligibility Criteria:

Female student returning to college and a resident of Ventura County
Must have completed at least 9 units at Moorpark College
Minimum GPA 3.0
Continuing at Moorpark College fall semester 2023
Financial Need

Award: $500

Multicultural Day Scholarship - Ranford Hopkins and Cynthia Barnett

Eligibility Criteria:

Minimum GPA: 3.0
Continuing at MC or transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023
Additional narrative required on "your involvement in multicultural or diversity related activities or endeavors within the last two years."
Two letters of recommendation are required

Award: $1,000

Myles David Redd Penix Transfer Scholarship for Veterans

The "Sgt. Myles David Redd Penix Transfer Scholarship for Veterans" was established for honorably discharged members of the United States Armed Forces.

Sgt. Myles Penix first served in the Navy as a Seabee. After an honorable discharge he enlisted in the Army. He had a thriving career, and received several awards, medals, and ribbons. He was proud of his leadership roles and the assignments he served through NATO. Sgt. Penix planned to become a lawyer.

The hope for the recipient of the scholarship is that he/she carry on Sgt. Penix' love of higher education and the US Armed Forces.

Eligibility Criteria:

Veteran in any major
Minimum GPA 2.5 or higher
Full-time student (12 or more units)
Transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023

Award: Varies

National Notary Foundation - Communications

Eligibility Criteria:

Communications major
Academic achievement
GPA 3.0 or higher
Full-time student (12 or more units) at Moorpark College
Students continuing at Moorpark College or transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023
U.S. Citizen & California resident
Demonstrated leadership, a diversity of extracurricular activities and community involvement
Demonstrate financial need

Award: $500

Norman F. Garrow Jr. Scholarship for Creative Writing

Eligibility criteria:

Student in any major
2.0 or higher GPA
Full-time or part-time student (enrolled in 6 or more units)
Continuing at Moorpark College or transferring to a 4-year college/university fall 2023
Must submit a fictional short story or poem

Award: $500

Outstanding Scholar Competitor Award

The Outstanding Scholar Competitor award was created by the Moorpark College Foundation. Because forensics is a co-curricular activity, this award emphasizes academic excellence as well as competitive success.

*It is awarded each year to the student on the team who exhibits the highest standards of academic achievement coupled with competitive success.

Award: $500

Outstanding Speaker - Pieleat-Morad Award

The Pielaet-Morad award is named after two students who were part of the team. David Pielaet and Feras Morad’s time on the team was separated by more than 30 years, but both men embody excellence winning multiple national championships as well as dedication to their communities. Both of their lives were tragically cut short in the summers after they were on the team, David’s in a tragic car accident and Feras as the victim of a senseless murder.

Each year this award is given in their honor to our top student who has completed their competitive career on the team and reflects the values represented by these young men.

*The Scholarship Committee basis the selection of recipients on "Best contribution and Leadership" in the Forensics Team.

Award: $500

Philosophy Faculty Scholarship

Eligibility criteria:

Major - Philosophy
Minimum GPA 3.0
Full-time (enrolled in 12 or more units)
Continuing at Moorpark College fall 2023
Involved in campus activities and community service

Award: $500.00

Phyllis Arnold Memorial - Art & Visual Arts

Open to all Moorpark art students. The scholarship is awarded to students for excellence in the visual arts. Areas of study include drawing, painting, ceramics, sculpture, mixed media, graphics, photography, multimedia, and video. Students will be judged on the basis of their work, as well as how the work is presented to the panel judges.

Eligibility Criteria:

Applicants must be seriously pursuing a professional career in the arts and will have completed their studies at Moorpark College by the end of the fall semester.
Completed at least 24 units at Moorpark College
Submit the application and Statement of Intent by due date

Statement of Intent: a typed, double-spaced, half page statement must be submitted explaining how the scholarship will assist the student financially in continuing an education in art.

Award: $250

President’s Honors Program – Continuing

This scholarship is awarded to a student in the Moorpark College Honors Program who demonstrates a commitment to the excellence of Moorpark College through academic achievement, leadership, and involvement in campus clubs or organizations.

Eligibility Criteria:

3.3 GPA in 12 or more transferable units
Successful completion of at least one Honors course with a grade of “B” or better or currently enrolled in at least one Honors course.
Full-time student (12 or more units)
Continuing at Moorpark College fall semester 2023
Must have met with a counselor during the spring semester 2023

Award: $500

President’s Honors Program - Transferring

The scholarship is awarded to a student in the Moorpark College Honors Program who demonstrates a commitment to the excellence of Moorpark College through academic achievement, leadership, and involvement in campus clubs or organizations.

Eligibility Criteria:

Must have completed the Honors Program exit requirements
GPA 3.3 or higher
Have at least 48 transferable units completed by the end of the spring semester 2023
Transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023

Award: $500

Producer's Choice - Film/Television/Multimedia

Eligibility Criteria:

Film/Television/Multimedia majors
Continuing at Moorpark College fall semester 2023
Must submit a 10-15 page script

Award: $500

Psychology Department

Eligibility Criteria:

Psychology major
GPA 3.0 or higher
Continuing at Moorpark College or transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023
Campus activities or community service relating to Psychology
Must have completed at least two psychology courses before applying

Award: Varies

Ram Venkataraman Memorial Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

Majoring in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science
Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.5 or higher at MC
Continuing at Moorpark College or transferring to a four-year university fall semester 2023

'Preference given to students going back to college and supporting their family.'

Award: $500

Richard E. Gilman and Dorothy H. Gilman Memorial Scholarship

Richard E. Gilman was recruited from his teaching position at Ventura College to become a founding member of the Moorpark College Science Department, where he taught for 15 years. He was a strong advocate for the community college and especially fond of Moorpark College.

Tracy, Claudia, Gail, and Rick, the children of Richard and Dorothy established the scholarship to provide financial assistance to full-time Moorpark College students.

Eligibility criteria:

Majoring in Biology, Botany, or Chemistry
4.0 GPA
Full-time student (enrolled in 12 or more units)
Transferring to a 4-year college or university fall 2023

Award: $800
*Five scholarships will be awarded.

Rohith Gopal Memorial Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

Music major
Have earned a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher at MC
Continuing at Moorpark College or transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023
Must plan to transfer to a four-year institution with a major in Music Studies

Award: $500

SAGE Publications - Writing Awards

The students apply for the scholarship through the English Department.

SAGE Publications/Osher Foundation

Eligibility Criteria:

English or Journalism majors, or interested in publishing or teaching English
GPA 3.0 or higher
Full-time student (12 or more units)
Continuing at Moorpark College fall semester 2023
Student must currently be receiving the CA College Promise Grant, formerly known as the Board of Governor’s Fee Waiver (BOGG)

Award: $1,000

SCE STEM Scholarship – Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics

Eligibility Criteria:

STEM Majors - Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics
GPA 3.0 or higher
Student must be in their 2^nd semester at Moorpark College
Full-time student enrolled in 12 or more units
Continuing at Moorpark College fall semester 2023
Or transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023
Financial Need

Awards: Vary between $1,000 to $2,500

"If awarded the scholarship the recipient's contact information maybe provided to the Edison International representative upon their request."

Scherzer International - Continuing

Eligibility Criteria:

Full-time student (12 or more units)
GPA 2.5 or higher
Continuing at Moorpark College fall semester 2023
Demonstrate financial need and work experience

Award: $500

Simi Valley Education Foundation

Eligibility Criteria:

Must be a graduate of a high school in the Simi Valley Unified School District (no private high schools) and must submit high school transcript
GPA 3.0 or higher
Full-time student (12 or more units)
Continuing at Moorpark College or transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023

"The student must currently be living in Simi Valley to apply for the scholarship."

Award: $1,000

Simi Valley HS/Moorpark College Continuing Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

Graduate of a high school in Simi Valley (must submit high school transcript)
GPA 3.0 or higher
Must have completed at least 12 units at Moorpark College
Continuing at Moorpark College fall semester 2023

Award: $500

Spirit Memorial Scholarship

This award commemorates Sprit, the mountain lion, who was raised and lived at the Teaching Zoo for over 20 years. He taught hundreds of students how to safely work with big cats because of his patient and calm demeanor. This scholarship was created by Mara Rodriguez, Teaching Zoo staff, Spirit's Zoo Mom and primary caretaker.

Eligibility Criteria:

Currently enrolled in the Moorpark College EATM program and continuing fall semester 2023
GPA 3.0 or higher
Have an overwhelming spirit for the EATM program

Award: $1,000

Stephen Conrad Rafter Memorial Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

Student involved in campus activities
Full-time student (12 or more units)
GPA 3.25 or higher
Continuing at Moorpark College fall semester 2023
Demonstrate financial need

Award: $750

Stephen Conrad Rafter/Osher Foundation - Nursing

Eligibility Criteria:

Currently enrolled in the Moorpark College Nursing program and continuing in the fall semester 2023
GPA 3.0 or higher
Student in the MC Nursing Program - enrolled in 8.5 or more units
Student must currently be receiving the CA College Grant MC, formerly known as the Board of Governor’s Fee Waiver (BOGG)

Award amount: $500

Susan Izumo - Political Science or Sciences

Eligibility Criteria:

Majoring in Political Science or Science (Biology, Bio-Chemistry, Bio-Technology)
GPA 3.3
Full-time student (12 units or more)
Political Science major – must be transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023
Science majors – must be continuing at Moorpark College fall semester 2023
Demonstrate financial need

Award: $250

Takeda Thousand Oaks Biotechnology

Eligibility Criteria:

STEM major
Fields acceptable in Engineering: Bioengineering, Chemical, Electrical and Communication, Industrial, Materials, Mechanical, Software, Nano, Computer Engineering Technology
Minimum GPA - 3.0
Continuing at Moorpark College fall semester 2023
Financial need

Award: $1,000

Tane Memorial Scholarship - Dance

Eligibility Criteria:

Major: Dance or Dance Emphasis
Taking three (3) dance classes per semester
Involved in Dance Program
Leadership and contribution to dance

"Outstanding Dancer/Choreographer/Student"

Tom Harris Engineering

Eligibility Criteria:

Engineering majors
Field in Civil Engineering preferred
Full-time student (12 or more units)
Transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023

Award: 1,000

Tracy Schwab Suicide Prevention & Awareness Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

Majoring in Accounting, Business or Economics
Minimum GPA 3.2
Full-time student (enrolled in 12 or more units)
Continuing at Moorpark College fall semester 2023

Additional essay: What are your goals in your business career?

Award: $500

Van De Genachte – Book Vouchers

Eligibility Criteria:

Continuing at Moorpark College fall semester 2023
GPA 2.5 or higher
Full-time student (12 or more units)
Demonstrate financial need

Award: $300

Westlake Village Garden Club

The Westlake Village Garden Club provides scholarships to encourage a student to continue their studies in fields related to agriculture, horticulture, and the environment.

Eligibility Criteria:

Majoring in agriculture, environmental science, forestry, horticulture, landscape design, or related fields.
GPA 3.0 or higher
Transferring to a 4-year college/university fall semester 2023

Award: $1,500

Wyman-Strong Forensics

The Wyman-Strong award is named after the two former coaches who founded the team at Moorpark College. Jim Wyman, was the director of Forensics at Moorpark College for nearly four decades, and Dick Strong founded the team in 1971. Together, they built the number one community college forensics program in the nation, while also creating a safe place for students of all ages to discover and develop their talents and use it as a springboard for life success.

This award is given each year to the outstanding first year competitor on the team.

Award: $500

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