Amidst ongoing concerns about the security of financial aid information, we at the Scholarship Foundation of Santa Barbara affirm our support for all current and prospective students seeking to access higher education. Financial aid is a key component of postsecondary decision-making, and we are committed to ensuring that all students have access to the information they need to pursue their academic goals.
Key Points to Know About FAFSA Data Security
General Scholarship Program
The Scholarship Foundation’s General Scholarship Program is for all graduate and undergraduate students who meet our eligibility requirements. Selection criteria include, but are not limited to, financial need, motivation, and academic achievement. Click here for eligibility information.
Click here for the 2025-2026 General Scholarship Application. Deadline: February 19.
High School Senior Art Competition Scholarship Program
The Scholarship Foundation’s Art Competition Scholarship is a program for the traditional fine arts, including painting, drawing, sketching, photography, design, furniture, and sculpture. Click here for eligibility information. Financial need is not considered.
The deadline has passed.
South County High School Senior Honors Scholarship Program
The Scholarship Foundation’s Honors Scholarship Program is a highly competitive program for students who demonstrate strong academic achievement (e.g., above a 4.2 weighted GPA and above-average SAT scores – submission of SAT/ACT scores is highly recommended). A select number of applicants will receive an invitation to interview during the selections process in December. Click here for eligibility information. Financial need is not considered.
The deadline has passed.
Employer-Sponsored Scholarship Program
The Scholarship Foundation’s Employer-Sponsored Scholarship Program is for eligible employees of Casa Dorinda, Valle Verde, Vista del Monte, Alexander Gardens, and Villa Alamar who do not meet our General Scholarship Program eligibility requirements. Spouses of Casa Dorinda employees may be eligible. Eligibility will be verified by employer human resources departments. Click here for eligibility information.
Click here for the 2025-2026 Employer Scholarship Application. Deadline: February 19.