Mesa College
Scholarships

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The scholarship cycle is now CLOSED!

The 2023 Scholarship cycle is scheduled to open December 9th, 2022. Please see below how to prepare for the upcoming cycle! 

Remember Mesa College has many resources and student support programs to help you reach your educational goals. Take a couple minutes and complete our Mesa Journeys tool to find out what resources are available to you at Mesa.

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Get ready for the next scholarship cycle

• complete and submit the Scholarship Interest Form
• attend scholarship workshops (dates TBA)
• visit the LRC writing workshops (dates TBA)
• explore the SDMesa Foundation Scholarship Portal
  • https://sdmesa.academicworks.com/opportunities

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2023 Scholarship Timeline

• November 21, 2022 - Deadline to renew and update scholarship*
• December 9, 2022 - Scholarships posted, students are able to apply*
• January 9, 2023 - Review committee selection
• February 13, 2023 - Student applications due
• February 20, 2023 to March 10, 2023 - Review committees score applications
• March 17, 2023 to April 6, 2023 - Students notified, invited to accept scholarships
• April 11, 2023 - Final award notification to donors and reviewers
• April 29, 2023 - Scholarship Awards Ceremony
• May 2023; September 2023; March 2024 - Awards provided to students (depending on scholarship funding timeline set by the donor/scholarship lead)

* Only scholarships that are renewed and fully funded will be posted. These dates are projected and may change.

If you need assistance or have any additional questions, please contact the Student Affairs Office at 619-388-2699 or by email at mesascholarship@sdccd.edu 

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2022 Scholarship Awards

Academic Senate Scholarship
This scholarship fund was established by the Faculty of San Diego Mesa College Academic Senate to recognize and provide financial assistance to deserving students who are pursuing a career in education at a preschool, K-12, College or University.
Fatima Jaser
Denise Kulowitch
Jorge Adolfo Montiel Barragan
Mercedes Steel

Ain't I A Woman
This scholarship was established by three women who have served as campus leaders in some way.  We know it's not easy, so we want to celebrate other women who proudly serve in leadership roles on our campus or in their communities.
Hannah Mohamed

Albert J. Grennan Scholarship
This fund was established by Myra Harada to recognize, and provide financial assistance to, a deserving student majoring in a field of study in which the biological sciences are foundational.
Estanislao Alyanna Robyn

Allen Rogert Memorial Scholarship
Navy veteran Allen Rogert fought in WWII when he was just 17 years old. He admired those with an education & helped others better themselves through study. His wife & former mathematics professor, Sybil, created this scholarship in his memory.
Giselle Cunanan
Christian Gonzalez
Mark Truong

Allied Health Single Parent Scholarship
This scholarship was established by San Diego Mesa College's Allied Health Department to recognize a deserving student who has achieved outstanding scholarship and leadership, who is a single parent and is majoring in the Allied Health Field.
Jazmin Godinez Moncada

Art Department Scholarship
The San Diego Mesa College Fine Art Department recognizes and awards students who have demonstrated outstanding artistic achievement. Artwork submitted must have been created in Mesa college classes. We encourage declared Fine Art Majors to apply.
Bethany Little

Asian Pacific Islander American
This scholarship is rewarded to students who demonstrate leadership and commitment to the Asian Pacific Islander American (APIA) community through volunteer work.
Aaron Bautista
Soriano Aliana

Associated Students "Basic Needs" Scholarship 
The Associated Students understand financial struggles students endure while attending college.  This scholarship provides financial support to assist with tuition, books, living expenses, and the day to day financial needs of college students.  
Rosela Mae Gallardo
Kimberly Kritzer
Rosalind Newman
Marquita Scott
Leslie Talamantes

Associated Students Academic Achievement Scholarship
The Associated Students scholarship fund was established by the San Diego Mesa College Associated Students in Fall 2000 to recognize and provide financial assistance to students who have excelled academically.
Yigithan Bal
Anica Baluta-freitas
Thao Chung
Christian Coronado
Fatima Jaser
Hong Tran
Thanh Nghiep Trinh
Sima Yaghoubi

Associated Students Community Service Scholarship
The Associated Students scholarship fund was established by the Mesa College Associated Students to recognize and provide financial assistance to students who have made contributions to the community through community service/volunteerism.
Sophia Belton
George Buchanan
Micah Hunter
Christian Mange
Duy Anh Nguyen
Sima Yaghoubi

Biology Department Scholarship
This fund was established by the Biology Department faculty to recognize and provide financial assistance to a deserving student majoring in a field of study in which Biological sciences are foundational.
Brandon Arnold

Braille Transcribers' Scholarship Award for Visually Impaired Students
The Braille Transcribers' Scholarship Award for Visually Impaired Students was established at Mesa College in 1996, through an endowment from the Braille Transcribers' Guild. 
Anica Baluta-Freitas

Bright Mothers Scholarship
This scholarship was created to support single mothers as they pursue their educational dreams. It was created in honor of their hard work, dedication, and commitment to providing a better future for their children.
Candice Davis

Burdg Family Scholarship
This scholarship was established in memory of Marvin and Roberta Burdg, to provide support to students at Mesa College.
Olmos Hannah
Blaylock Gia Lori
Johnson Melanie
Huang Yu Vicente

Cal Coast Cares Foundation College Scholarship
The Cal Coast Cares Foundation Scholarship program provides monetary support for academic expenses to current college students in San Diego and Riverside counties who are pursuing accredited degrees.
Jaynell Armstrong
Wencit Hersh
Kimberly Kritzer
Sindy Vega

CalWORKs Scholarship
The Mesa CalWORKs Scholarship awards $250 to a San Diego Mesa College student actively using our CalWORKs services for the purpose of their educational advancement.
Iltze Flores

Cesar and Bette Gonzalez Chicana and Chicano Studies Department Memorial Scholarship
Established by Mesa College faculty/staff to recognize outstanding scholarship & leadership. Named after César A. González Trujillo, Professor Emeritus & founding Chair of Chicano Studies at San Diego Mesa College (1970) & his wife Bette B. Gonzalez.
Martha Berumen

Charles W. Patrick Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established by San Diego Community College District in memory of the first Chancellor of the San Diego Community College District. Charles W. Patrick was a great leader who helped build the district, one building at a time.  
Paul Lai
Joseph Staples

Chef Mark Blaauboer Memorial
Chef B had an influential role in shaping San Diego’s culinary and hospitality industry through education. The Chef Mark Blaauboer Memorial Scholarship was established to ensure that his values, leadership, and mentorship remain present in the industry.
Sebastian Bakos
Tyler Denear

Chemistry Department Scholarship
These awards were established by the faculty of San Diego Mesa College Chemistry Department to recognize and provide financial assistance to deserving students majoring in Chemistry who have achieved outstanding scholarship and leadership.
Gabriella Ryan

Cher Fertig Memorial Art Scholarship 
Cher is remembered and celebrated by all who knew her. An enthusiastic Mesa College Fine Arts Graduate, alum of the Museum Studies Program, a committed member of the Mesa College Art Gallery staff, and a wonderful artist throughout her life. 
Skylar Chen

Christine Balderas Student PTA  Scholarship
This scholarship was established by the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) class of 2015 to reflect the inspiration provided by Professor Balderas to assist a second-year student with financial assistance.
Raquel Lopez
Mariana Muratalla

Cynthia K. Wilson Memorial Scholarship
Cynthia K. Wilson nurtured love and laughter with her family and friends, had an unbreakable spirit in overcoming obstacles and a strong work ethic in school and otherwise. These values and this scholarship are her legacy.
Vicente Huang Yu
Phoebe Truong

D.S.P.S. Dream, Strive, Persevere & Succeed
This scholarship fund was established by the Disability Support Programs & Services Department at San Diego Mesa College to recognize and support a DSPS student currently in good standing with the program.
Paul Lai

D.S.P.S. Scholarship
This scholarship fund was established by Irene Evans in memory of her daughter, Marianne Jennifer Evans, to recognize and provide financial assistance to a deserving DSPS student currently in good standing with the program.
Sharyn Baumbkeckel

Devan Caddell Memorial Scholarship
Devan Caddell was an honor student and cross-country and track star. In 2007, he passed away in a car accident. The Exercise Science faculty and staff created this scholarship to honor his hard work and dedication to his sport and education. 
Juan Leyva

Dietschman Scholarship
The Dietschman Scholarship was established to provide scholarships to students pursuing nursing or medical degrees and/or a paramedic license. 
Lee Banda
Grisel Cardozo
Arlette Cervantes
Gabriel Garrido Morales
Micah Hunter
Douglas Jenks
Melanie Johnson
Raquel Lopez
Alison Mckibbon
Lancey Ngyen
Vennalyn Rasasack
Emma Recinos
April Santos
Rebecca Vargas

Dr. Granville N. Moore Pre-Med Scholarship
The scholarship was established by Judy Sundayo in memory of her father, Dr. Granville N. Moore, who provided medical care to the poor for over fifty years. The award honors an under-represented pre-med student, committed to serving the Black community.
Hanif Wright

Dr. Kevin Branson LGBTQIA+ Scholarship
The LGBTQIA+ student population is often not recognized as valued members of society. Kevin understands the barriers many LGBTQIA+ students face and recognizes the dedication, bravery and perseverance required to achieve academic and professional success.
Julius Manabat
Serena Robella-carranza

Dr. Tom Kaye Memorial Scholarship
To provide financial support to veterans who are pursuing a degree or certificate.
Amber Weeks

E.F.K. Music Scholarship
This scholarship was established to support students pursuing music at Mesa College.
Venus William

EOPS Program Scholarship
This scholarship was established to recognize Extended Opportunities Programs and Services (EOPS) students.
Yigithan Bal
Paizlee Davis
Nadia Gaudette
Douglas Jenks
Hannah Olmos
Carmen Ruiz
Marquita Scott
Trenia Weatherspoon

Emmanuel Jimenez Molina Memorial Aquatics Scholarship
The Emmanuel Jimenez Molina Memorial Aquatics Scholarship was created in loving memory of Emmanuel Jimenez Molina, who was a local aquatics coach, two sport scholar-athlete and conference champion.
Sydney Fortune

English Department Scholarship
From the faculty of the English Department, this scholarship is awarded to an outstanding English major.
Hannah Olmos

Fashion Club Fashion Design Scholarship
The Fashion Program's Fashion Club recognizes students who have stepped up to the plate, by being involved, specifically with leadership and community service skills.
Fazia Mohamad Rommel

Fashion Club Fashion Merchandising Scholarship
The Fashion Program's Fashion Club recognizes students who have stepped up to the plate, by being involved, specifically with leadership and community service skills.
Dylan Oliveri

Fashion Program Scholarship
The Fashion program fosters a sense of service by setting aside funds earned at the annual student fashion show to recognize that a successful career in fashion begins with perseverance, attention to detail and collaboration.
Lauriana Mccreary

Fashion Technology Scholarship
This scholarship was created by the Fashion program to recognize emerging talent that embraces both fashion and technology. The future of fashion will be redefined by technology and innovation.
Adriana Gallardo Rico

Francis X. Gold Scholarship
Frank X. Gold was a quadriplegic for twenty years and lived an independent life. This scholarship is for the mobility limited and those enrolled in courses designed to help those who are disabled
Rebekah Soliman

Francisco Z. Plazola Memorial Culinary Scholarship
In memory of his hard work, sacrifice, and passion, as a person and culinary professional, the family of Francisco Z. Plazola would like to continue his legacy through a scholarship opportunity for those seeking to pursue a profession in culinary arts.
Jose Estrada

George and Evelyn Peterson Scholarship
This scholarship was made possible by the George and Evelyn Peterson Endowment. It is intended for continuing Mesa students who have participated in community service.  
Daniela Resendiz
Phoebe Truong

Gladys E. Carter Memorial Scholarship
The children of Gladys Carter created this scholarship in memory of their mother. She was extremely talented in the creative arts. She believed in the power of education, and strongly encouraged and supported others in their educational pursuits.
Anica Baluta-Freitas
Gia Blaylock
Franziska Collier
Shuara Crawford
Larisa Glass
Micah Hunter

Gracia Molina de Pick Chicana and Chicano Studies Department Memorial Scholarship
This annual memorial scholarship will be awarded to students that major in Chicana and Chicano Studies at San Diego Mesa College and who self-identify as a Chicana/o feminist.
Martha Berumen

Gustavo Romero Music Scholarship
This scholarship award was established by the Music Department, under the leadership of Professor Irvin King, to provide financial assistance to music students who excel in the areas of performance.
Taeryung Lee

Hands' Family Pay It Forward Scholarship
This scholarship celebrates students who embody the idea of paying it forward through service to their community. It is awarded to a student(s) who has had kindness extended to them and has paid that generosity forward through service to others.
Melanie Johnson
Daniela Resendiz

Harvey T. Bergland Memorial Scholarship 
This scholarship was created in Mr. Berglund’s memory by his wife because he supported education.  As an artist, he expressed himself through his work. The purpose of this award is to assist students in expressing themselves through their own work.
Zain Almasarani

Jan Ellis Memorial Scholarship
Jan Ellis was the heart and soul of the Mesa College dance program for over thirty years. She had knowledge, experience, and an abundance of love and support for her students and colleagues. This scholarship was created to honor her memory.
Tina Leinenweber

Jeff Berry Languages Scholarship
This scholarship is named in honor of Professor Jeff Berry and was established by his colleagues at San Diego Mesa College's Department of Languages to recognize and provide financial assistance to deserving and outstanding students.
Tatiana Gagauz
Thomas Giovanni
Yasmine Khatib Villarreal
Diana Leon
Shiaslynn Thompson

Jensen Family Veterinary Technology Program
This scholarship fund was established by the Jenson Family Trust to recognize and provide financial assistance to students majoring in Veterinary Technology. 
Daisy Zapata

Jerry Schad Memorial Scholarship
Long-time professor and department, chair Jerry Schad inspired many students through his writings, photographs, and star parties, to deepen their understanding of the natural world. This scholarship was established to honor his legacy here at Mesa.
Erica Garcia Badaracco

John Conrad Ceramic Scholarship Trust
This scholarship was created to support students who are Fine Arts majors with an emphasis in ceramics.
Mary Bailey
Emily Edgar
Kieya Hansen

Joyce Skaryak Classified Senate Scholarship
The Classified Senate would like to support Classified Professionals: full-time, part-time (NANCE) and work-study professionals who participate in lifelong learning to better serve our students, departments, and the College.
Ellen Engels
Carla Grossini-concha
Thea Learnhardt
Alexander Needleman

KP Radiologic Technology Scholarship
The Radiologic Technology Program Scholarship is awarded to students fully enrolled in either of these programs. It is fully funded by Kaiser Permanente and designed to help those who qualify with the costs of attending the program.
Honda Azo
Madeline Duncan
Rosa Flores
Jesus Hernandez
Catherine Kennedy
Claudia Kirby
Anh Tran
Anastasiya Whiddon
Sima Yaghoubi

Kathy Fennessey Kindness Scholarship
This scholarship was established to honor students that serve their community with kindness and a heart full of care.
Amanda Silva-flores

Kendra Jeffcoat Memorial Scholarship
Kendra was a Mesa College educator for many years.  She was also a beloved member of the Rancho Bernardo Sunrise Rotary Club. We have established this scholarship in her memory.
Kimberly Kritzer

LEAD Scholarship
This scholarship is designed to provide an equitable resource to a student that exemplifies leadership and values diversity, equity, & inclusion efforts both inside the classroom and in the field of healthcare.
Samantha Mcclellan

Learning Resource Center Scholarship
Awarded to one or more deserving students who demonstrate how the Learning Resource Center (LRC) has helped them in advancing their educational goals.
Jaynell Armstrong
Amie Mansano
Phoebe Truong

Legaspi-Roberts Scholarship for the Performing Arts
The Legaspi-Roberts Scholarship for the Performing Arts will support passionate students studying performing arts at Mesa College.
Denessa Cazares

Lorelei Shellist Runway Runaway Collection Fashion Design Scholarship
Lorelei Shellist, an author, designer, and motivational speaker created this scholarship as she cares deeply for community college students and wants to help them achieve their dreams.
Jenny Quach

Marshall Award for Academic Achievement and Leadership
This scholarship was made possible by an endowment from John F.S. and Kaori O. Marshall.  It is intended to recognize students in the fields of Business Administration/Accounting or Liberal Arts/Sociology for academic achievement and leadership 
Thu Huynh

Maximilian Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Joan Adaskin, in memory of her beloved pet, Maximilian. For many years, Ms. Adaskin was a faculty member in the mathematics department at Mesa College.
Wencit Hersh

Mesa Counseling Department Scholarship
Mesa Counseling faculty recognize students who have taken Personal Growth at Mesa and can clearly communicate the benefits, what they have learned about their personal, academic and career goals, and how they coped with any challenges or barriers.
Tiffany Nguyen

Mesa Journalism Scholarship
The Mesa Journalism Scholarship is for students who are majoring in journalism or the related fields of public relations or advertising.
Jennifer Aguilar Salmeron

Michael Murphy Memorial Scholarship
Alumnus Michael Murphy was an architect/builder/instructor and earned a degree from UC Berkeley. He enjoyed life & had a strong desire to help others. This scholarship is for students pursuing a career in architecture, interior design, or related fields.
Ashley Zubiata

Michaele DeTemple Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship honors Michaele DeTemple and provides scholarships to full time second year students in the multisubject K-8 Elementary Education Preparation Program.
Daryl Joyce Diano

Nancy Jo Brown Art Scholarship
The Nancy Jo Brown Art Scholarship is awarded annually to eligible students with a focus on fine art. Student must have taken two Fine Art courses to be considered.
Skylar Chen

New Horizons Scholarship
The New Horizons Scholarship aims to recognize San Diego Mesa College students that have dedicated time and effort to build and support their respective communities on and off campus by helping them reach their own dreams/goals in higher education.
Yigithan Bal

Nicki Carano Memorial Scholarship
Nicki Carano studied dance at Mesa College and became a professional dancer and musician. Family and friends created this scholarship to celebrate her love for the performing arts.
Taeryung Lee

Nutrition and Nutrition & Fitness Scholarship 
This scholarship was established by the faculty of Mesa College's Nutrition Department for Nutrition or Nutrition & Fitness majors who have achieved outstanding scholarship and leadership.
Daisy Lopez
Rosalind Newman

Osher Foundation
The Osher Foundation provides post-secondary scholarship funding to colleges and universities across the nation, with special attention to reentry students. It also supports a national lifelong learning network for seasoned adults.
Jose Manuel Cardiel
Izabella Dos Santos
Shaleece Green
Amie Mansano
Sanaollah Mansouri
Wade Parsons
Anna Charis Peiler
Cristina Perez
Alisa Prakonekham
Maria Shamoon
Joseph Staples
Christopher Tinoco
Lana Tudor
Tara Yousefi Nejad

Pay It Forward Personal Growth Donna Kieselbach Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is for Personal Growth (PERG) 120 students who wish to continue on to the Baccalaureate level. This was inspired by Donna Kieselbach who was an ardent supporter of higher education.
Nina Ortega

Peggy Gray Spanninga Transfer Scholarship
The scholarship is intended to provide financial support for community college students who have gained consistent work experience while attending college and demonstrate a commitment to continuing their education at a four-year university.
K-ann Abulencia
Luis Altuzar Alvarez
Yigithan Bal
Iuliia Boiashenko
Adriana Gallardo Rico
Vicente Huang Yu
Dominic Jauregui-haynes
Justin Jernigan
Minna Lara
Kim Rodrigues
Shiaslynn Thompson

Physical Sciences Department Scholarship
Established by the faculty of the Physical Sciences Department, this scholarship recognizes outstanding students who are majoring in Engineering, Physics, Geology, or general Physical Sciences--students who will change the world!
Natalie Spilman

Picky Eats Scholarship
Aiden Lo is a high school student, active community volunteer, and also a Type 1 Diabetic. He started a volunteer organization called Picky Eats. They're goal is to support local charities related to food insecurities and education.
Franziska Collier

Puente Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to a Puentista (currently enrolled or a former Puente student still enrolled at Mesa) that is motivated to continue their educational career at a 4-year institution and that shows financial need.
Evelyn Dominguez
Daniela Resendiz
Ashley Rivera Flores

Radiologic Technology
Established to support students with critical financial needs during this intensive full time Career and Technical Education Program. 
Leslie Salazar

Richard & Eloise Johnston Health Services Scholarship
This scholarship was established by San Diego Community College District to honor Dick Johnston, former President of the SDCCD Board of Trustees to assist students who have been accepted into a health-related program.
Samantha Anisman

Robert J. Hamer Memorial
This scholarship fund was established by Terri Miracle in memory of her father, Robert J. Hamer, to recognize and provide financial assistance to a deserving student who is majoring in Fine Arts or Graphic Design.
Mico Ramos

Ruth Kern Scholarship
The Ruth Kern Scholarship is awarded annually to eligible students majoring in Business, Business Administration, Business Management, Marketing, Real Estate, Computer Information Science, Computer Business Technology, or Multimedia. 
Mico Ramos
Rebekah Soliman
Ramtin Tajbakhsh

STAR TRIO
This scholarship recognizes Mesa students who are active participants in the STAR TRIO program; have a grade point average of 2.5 or higher; and graduating and/or transferring to the 4-yr university the upcoming academic year.
Shokoofeh Ketabian
Amie Mansano

San Diego County Hotel/Motel Scholarship
The San Diego County Hotel/Motel Scholarship is awarded annually to eligible students majoring in: Hotel/Motel Management, Travel & Tourism, Food Service Occupations. 
Brian Cabrera
Ivanna Leyva
Angel Mangrobang
Virgina Ripoll

San Diego County Veterinary Medical Association 
This scholarship fund was established by the San Diego County Veterinary Medical Association to recognize and provide financial assistance to students majoring in Veterinary Technology who have achieved outstanding scholarship and leadership.
Kara Luttrell
Maira Vierheller

Shellist Music Endowed Memorial Scholarship
Bernie and Rita Shellist shared a passion for music.  Rita was a vocalist, and Bernie played the lead trombone in the Mesa performance groups for 25 years.  The scholarship is for a student whose goal is to have a professional career in the music industry.
Tina Leinenweber

Sidney W. Brossman Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established by the Brossman family in memory of Sidney W. Brossman, who served as the first Chancellor for the State Community College System of California and was an administrator with the San Diego Community College District.
Anaka Boerner

Sin Fronteras Scholarship
The Sin Fronteras Scholarship awards funding to Undocumented Students of San Diego Mesa College for the purpose of their educational advancement.
Arlett Espana Cigarrero
Vicente Huang Yu
Anahis Mendoza

Susan Linnet Cox Memorial Scholarship
Susan Linnet Cox is remembered as an inventive creative who worked as a fashion stylist and introduced a course to our students that allowed them to go out and professionally style their wares for the web, brochures and publication.
Russel Seguancia

The Architecture Department Chairs' Scholarship
The Architecture Department Chairs' Scholarship is available students in good academic standing and are currently enrolled in architecture program at San Diego Mesa College.
Tatiana Gauz

The Patrick R. Fierro Sr Engineering Scholarship
The scholarship is created in honor of Patrick Fierro Sr. to recognize those students who begin their engineering education at Mesa College
Erica Garcia Badaracco

Thomas E. Dowd Scholarship
This scholarship is in memory of Thomas E. Dowd, Sr. who served in the Asiatic-Pacific Theatre during World War II.  A man of integrity with a zest for life, loving husband and father. This grant is to support a Mesa veteran or active duty student.
Amber Weeks

Thomas and Frances Wong Scholarship
The Thomas Wong Family wishes to award a student in good academic standing who is enrolled in Architecture or Building Construction Technology, a student who is an active member or veteran of the U.S. military, a student who is Asian / Pacific Islander.
Jorge Montiel Barragan

Tony & Lido Szeto Family Scholarship
The Szeto's kids are grateful of the foresight of Tony and Lido in recognizing the importance of the education, and the many dedicated teachers.  Education changed their life and they would like others having the same opportunities.
George Buchanan
Rosela Mae Gallardo
Mico Ramo
Amber Weeks
Xiner Zhang

Toomath Scholarship
The Toomath Scholarship was established to support students seeking vocational training.
Sharyn Baumheckel
Franziska Collier
Rosela Mae Gallardo
Paul Lai
Rebekah Soliman

Tran Cao Civil Engineering Scholarship
The Tran Cao Civil Engineering Scholarship will assist the academic pursuit of a San Diego Mesa College student who has the intention to obtain an advanced degree and a career in civil or related engineering field.
Tuan Minh Pham

Veterans of Mesa Scholarship
The Veterans of Mesa Scholarship was created to reward and recognize Mesa student veterans that are involved in the community, have demonstrated academic success, and have taken up leadership roles on campus.
George Buchanan
Javier Diorio
Dantz Farrow

Warren Keith Rigdon Scholarship
Warren K Rigdon established this scholarship to support Mesa College students in need. 
Gia Lori Blaylock
Emmanuel Okere
Minh Pham
Emma Recinos

William Cyran Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was created in the memory of William T. Cyran, who helped to the establish the Social Sciences Department at Mesa College in 1965. He taught philosophy and logic at Mesa until his retirement in 1979. 
Marcellin Adams

William and Margaret Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Kathleen Fennessey in memory of her parents, William Hassett and Margaret Roy to provide financial assistance to a deserving student who is actively involved in community service/volunteer work.
Zain Almasarani

2022 Culminating Awards

Mesa College Foundation Scholarship
The Mesa College Foundation Scholarship is award annually to continuing Mesa students who meet the eligibility requirements.
Elisa Correa

Board of Trustees Scholarship - Supported by the Scott A. and Elizabeth V. Christensen Foundation
The San Diego Community College Board of Trustees Scholarship, supported by the Scott A. and Elizabeth V. Christensen Charitable Foundation, provides funding for students in career-technical education programs.
Ian Angel 
Jessie Grey 
Fatima Jaser 
Sima Yaghoubi

Annette Bening Promise
Established in 2018 in honor of Mesa College alumna, Annette Bening. This scholarship is awarded to one student each at City, Mesa, and Miramar colleges and San Diego College of Continuing Education who demonstrates academic excellence and a commitment to service.
Erika Segaye

Chancellor's Scholarship
The Chancellor's Scholarship was established by the Chancellor’s office to recognize students for academic excellence and exemplary service to the college and community.
Raluca Ghiarfas 

President's Award for Academic Excellence
The President's Award Scholarship recognizes recipients for achieving academic excellence, commitment to their community, and leadership during their time at Mesa College.
Natalia Trinh

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2021 Scholarship Presentation

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Scholarship Awards Virtual Ceremony Program 2021

 

 

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