Senior Scholarship Opportunities
The following programs are not sponsored by the Redondo Beach Unified School District.
Publicization does not constitute or imply endorsement; rather, it is a community service.
Independent Scholarships
Does not require the Sea Hawk Scholarship Portfolio.
Independent scholarship information is available at the listed websites and from the Nest.
You will be responsible for submitting all required documents by the application due date.
Please read each scholarship description carefully.
CHECK OUT NEW SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
LISTED BELOW.
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THE GATES FOUNDATION
Application Deadline: September 15, 2025
Click here to apply.
The Gates Scholarship (TGS) is a highly selective, last-dollar scholarship for outstanding high school seniors from low-income households. Each year, the scholarship is awarded to exceptional student leaders, with the intent of helping them realize their maximum potential.
To apply, students must be:
A high school senior, Pell Grant eligible, a US citizen or permanent resident; in good academic standing with a minimum cumulative weighted GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent); enroll full-time, in a four-year degree program, at a US accredited, not-for-profit, private or public college or university.
Ideal Candidate
- An outstanding academic record in high school (in the top 10% of his/her graduating class)
- Demonstrated leadership ability (e.g., as shown through participation in community service, extracurricular, or other activities)
- Exceptional personal success skills (e.g., emotional maturity, motivation, perseverance, etc.)
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The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to students in their final year of high school. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities. 150 Coca-Cola Scholars are selected each year to receive this $20,000 scholarship.
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REDONDO BEACH ELKS LODGE #1378
ELKS Most Valuable Student Scholarship
Application Deadline: November 12, 2025
Click here to apply.
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Sea Hawk Scholarship File Cabinet
Class of 2026 Sea Hawk Scholarship Portfolio Information will be posted in late January/early February!
