Scholarship Opportunity

Oakland Promise General Scholarship

Offered by Oakland Promise

College funding for eligible Oakland seniors entering full-time college or career technical education.

Minimum GPA2.0+
EssayNot required
RenewableYes
Grade LevelHigh School Senior

Application Timeline

Important application dates

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

Class of 2027

OpensNovember 9, 2026
DeadlineMarch 12, 2027

Eligibility

  • Graduate from an Oakland district or charter high school during 2026–2027.
  • Have at least a 2.0 unweighted GPA on the spring 11th-grade transcript.
  • Demonstrate financial need through the provider's qualifying criteria.
  • Plan to attend a four-year, two-year or career technical education program full time.

Requirements

  • Submit the FAFSA or California Dream Act submission summary and unofficial transcript.
  • Use the earlier program-specific deadline: the portal header instead lists March 14, 2027. Confirm discrepancies with Oakland Promise.

How to Apply

  1. 1Register in the Class of 2027 portal and complete the relevant application.