Scholarship Opportunity

McConnell Scholars Program

Offered by The McConnell Foundation

Financial support and mentoring for eligible North State students beginning college or making a qualifying community-college transfer.

EssayRequired
RenewableYes
Grade LevelHigh School Senior, Transfer Student

Application Timeline

Important application dates

This scholarship offers more than one application cycle. Review each window carefully before applying.

2027 scholars

OpensOctober 1, 2026
DeadlineMarch 3, 2027

Eligibility

  • Live or attend high school in Modoc, Shasta, Siskiyou, Tehama or Trinity County; Big Valley High School in Lassen County and Hoopa Valley High School in Humboldt County also qualify.
  • Begin college in fall 2027, or live in the service area and transfer that fall from Shasta College or College of the Siskiyous to an eligible four-year university. Other current college students and students already holding a bachelor's degree are ineligible.
  • Have a FAFSA or California Dream Act Student Aid Index no greater than $6,655 and select a qualifying accredited nonprofit institution. Eligible undocumented students may apply.

Requirements

  • Apply by March 3, 2027 at 11:59 p.m.; the published schedule does not specify a time zone.
  • Supply the essays, academic record and financial-aid evidence requested in the application.
  • If selected for interview, attend the assigned April date; alternate interview times are not offered.

How to Apply

  1. 1Review the program-specific 2027 schedule and institution eligibility list.
  2. 2Complete the linked SmarterSelect application and upload required records.
  3. 3Monitor interview invitations and selection notices.

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