SLOCEA
ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP
To support new and continuing students in their academic journey, SLOCEA is awarding up to
in academic scholarships this year. Scholarships are granted to SLOCEA members or members of their
immediate family who are beginning or continuing their secondary education, while demonstrating the
best overall performance in academic achievement, community service, and school activities.
Scholarship Requirements:
• Applicants shall be a SLOCEA member or a member’s spouse, domestic partner, or child (biological/step/
adopted).
• The qualifying SLOCEA member must be a member in good standing for at least one full year prior to the
application deadline date.
• Applicants must be a citizen of the United States or a permanent legal resident.
• Applicants must enroll in an academic program as a regular student seeking a degree or certificate.
• First-time freshman and continuing students must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. The
SLOCEA Scholarship Review Committee will recognize academic performance and determine ranking
based on, but not limited to, the grade point average results.
• Applicants shall not receive more than one SLOCEA sponsored Academic Scholarship Award in any one
academic year.
• Scholarships are limited to two awards per eligible applicant for the duration of membership of the
qualifying SLOCEA member.
Academic scholarships will be based on:
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Academic Achievement
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Community Service
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School Activities (clubs, sports teams, student government, leadership, etc.)
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Continuing and/or
returning students will be given separate consideration in this category.
Application Process:
Submit the following items to SLOCEA’s business office
• Application Form: Available at SLOCEA’s business office or can be downloaded from SLOCEA’s
website at www.slocea.org on the home page under “Membership Benefits”.
• One-page essay describing your community service and academic/vocational goals.
• Copy of High School or College transcripts (Academic transcripts showing general education
pattern from all previous high school or college(s) you have attended).
• Two letters of reference addressed to “Scholarship Committee,” from a teacher, community
service leader and/or person from work, field or major.
• Proof of enrollment or an acceptance letter.
Applications and requirements shall be submitted by:
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USPS mail to: SLOCEA Scholarship Committee, 605 Santa Rosa Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401.
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Drop off to: SLOCEA Office during business hours: Monday-Friday 8am- 5pm
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Email: [email protected]
SLOCEA must receive your application no later than
$13,000
no later than April 15, 2026.
5:00 p.m. on April 15, 2026.
5:00 pm on April 15, 2026.