Scholarships

Scholarships from CHAPTS and Our Chaparral Feeder Schools:
- All applications due to Ms. Vaught in the College/Career by:
- Check back in the spring semester for the Class of 2026 deadlines.
- CHAPTS Firebirds Scholarship
- Application:
- Cherokee Chargers APT Scholarship
- Application:
- Cochise Bobcats APT Scholarship
- Application:
- Cocopah Mustangs APT Scholarship
- Application:
- Copper Ridge Trailblazers PTO Scholarship
- Application:
- Sequoya Stallions APT Scholarship
- Application:
SCHOLARSHIP NEWSLETTER -
*From StudentScholarships.org
LOCAL and NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE:
- American College Foundation
- 15th Annual Visionary Scholarship - all high school grades eligible to apply.
- American College Foundation - ACF Scholarship Details
- Arizona Community Foundation
- ACF's one-application allows you to be matched with more than 160 scholarships.
- More information and application is here - Explore scholarship opportunities
- Case Western Reserve University
- Theatre Weekend scholarship opportunities!!
- More information here - Theater Scholarship Events
- Chinese American Citizens Alliance Phoenix Lodge
- Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation
- Deadline to apply is September 30, 2025
- More information here: Celebrating 37 Years of Visionary Leaders
- Link to application form: ccsf
- Dorrance Scholarship Programs
- This need-based award aims to instill college-going traditions in future generations of Arizona families.
- Phase I of the application deadline is February 4th, 2026.
- Check the eligibility requirements and start your application here - Applicants • Dorrance Scholarship Programs
- Epic Flight Academy
- 10th Annual Epic Flight Academy Aviation Scholarship Awards
- Deadline to apply is October 1st
- Current juniors and seniors who are interested in pursuing flight training or aviation maintenance should apply!
- Link to application here - Annual Aviation Scholarships | Epic Flight Academy
- HOLA at Microsoft Scholarship
- Supporting the growth of Hispanic and Latinx communities and encouraging the pursuit of a career in tech. Application below:
- HOLA at Microsoft Scholarship | Global Diversity and Inclusion at Microsoft
- Parker & Sons - Character Counts Scholarship, $10,000 Award
- More information and application here: Character Counts
- Sallie
- $2,000 No Essay Scholarship – Sallie
- Ongoing, monthly chance to be chosen for this scholarship!
- Scholarships are available for students with a deceased parent:
- Scottsdale Charros Scholarships
- Stay tuned for dates/deadlines for the Class of '26!
- Apply here - Student Scholarships - The Scottsdale Charros | The Charro Foundation
- Future Teacher Scholarships, Scottsdale Champion Scholarships, Scottsdale Community College Scholarship, Grand Canyon University Scholarship, Nursing Scholarship, The Wayne Botkin, Jr. Memorial Scholarship
- Silent Servant Scholarship Award Program
SCHOLARSHIP SEARCH WEBSITES
- Finding scholarship $ takes time and work. Money for college is out there; it just takes effort!
- Students can also search through the scholarship database within their Major Clarity account.
- Log-in to Major Clarity via SUSD Clever > Click the “Financial Resources” tab on the left > Scholarship search box and list should appear > You can favorite the ones you want to apply for.
- Below is a list of free scholarship search websites. These are a few of our favorites. Going Merry is a great one! NEVER pay $ to search for a scholarship or create a profile.
- Access Scholarships - Homepage
- Appily - Find, Research, & Compare Colleges | Appily.com
- Bold.org - Find Free Scholarships for College | Bold.org
- Chegg (search Scholarships & Financial Aid Info.) - Chegg - Get 24/7 Homework Help | Rent Textbooks
- College Board "Big Future" Scholarships - College Board - SAT, AP, College Search and Admission Tools
- College Scholarships.com - Financial Aid - Scholarship Essays
- Fast Web - Find Scholarships for College and Trade School | Fastweb
- FinAid.org - Your Guide for College Financial Aid - Finaid
- Going Merry - Scholarships for College: Find and Apply Online for Free | Going Merry
- Niche - Find College Scholarships - Niche
- Sallie.com (search Scholly for scholarships - Sallie Mae | Education Loans, College Planning & Online Banking
- Scholarships.com - Find Scholarships for College
- ScholarshipOwl: The fastest path to college scholarships
- StudentScholarships.org - Scholarships - List of College Scholarships and Applications
- TFS Scholarships - Tuition Funding Sources
Kibler Cares Healthcare Scholarship

The application is now available for the Kibler Cares Scholarship! Seniors, if you are planning to eventually pursue a career within the healthcare field, this scholarship may be for you.
- Application:
- Stay tuned for the Class of '26
- Deadline:
- TBD
- All documents due ON OR BEFORE this date to Ms. Vaught in the College & Career Center!
- Learn more about the Kibler Cares organization here:
College Financial Aid:
Interesting Articles & Resources

- College Financial Aid Terms You Need to Know | FAFSA: The How-To Guide for High School Students
- Resource from UnderstandingFAFSA.org
- MONICA FELTON – Monica Felton, CFP
- Stay tuned for our next "Paying for College" informational session at Chaparral. Date: TBD
Attention Seniors
- Are you planning to attend ASU and apply to Barrett, The Honors College? If so, you may be eligible to apply for this scholarship.
- Applications are now open for the Samantha Stachel "Play Big" Scholarship
- You don't need to wait until you're accepted to Barrett - apply now and show us how you plan to make a big impact!
- Don't miss this opportunity to step into your future with confidence and purpose. PLAY BIG!
- Apply at: smapply.barrett.asu.edu

FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION & FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
*The FAFSA form is expected to be available on or before December 1st this year, according to the official Federal Student Aid website.
Updates & Reminders as of 12/4/24:
- FAFSA Simplification: This year's FAFSA has undergone significant changes to simplify the application process. File as soon as possible to maximize student eligibility.
- Key Deadlines: Keep up with any federal, state, or institutional specific deadlines to avoid missing critical opportunities!
- Student Aid Report (SAR): After submitting their FAFSA, students should review their SAR carefully to ensure all information is correct and to understand their "Expected Family Contribution" (EFC).
- Calculate Student Aid: Parents can use the Federal Student Aid Estimator to determine how much federal aid they will qualify for.
Federal Student Aid - Visit the StudentAid.gov website for information on the following topics and more!
- Create and manage your StudentAid.gov account
- Apply for aid using the FAFSA form
- How to complete your Master Promissory Note (MPN)
- Learn about public service loan forgiveness
- Federal Aid - How it works:
- Start planning early
- Fill out the FAFSA form
- Review your aid offer
- Get your aid
- Repay your loans
- Other Resources:
- A Better 2025-26 FAFSA Form - Free Application for Federal Student Aid - Scholarships.com
- Common misconceptions regarding FAFSA - 8 Common FAFSA Mistakes and How to Avoid Them