Friends of Downtown Academic Scholarship

Friends of Downtown (FOD) is a registered 501©3 non-profit organization made up of individuals who work and/or live in the downtown community. FOD has awarded nearly $885,000 in scholarships to students of San Diego City College since 2000, and is the largest contributor of single scholarships to SDCC each year.

Requirements:

  • Registered for 9 or more units @City College in Fall 2023
  • Must be available for an interview date October 27th or November 3rd
  • Must have 9 or more units completed @City College
    *Must have 3.0 GPA or higher

Award
$500 - $1000
Deadline
10/06/2023
Supplemental Questions
  1. I am currently enrolled in at least 9 units in an Academic Program at San Diego City College, with plans to continue next semester.
  2. I have a 3.0 or higher GPA
  3. If selected, please note that you may be interviewed on either Friday, October 10th or Friday, October 17th as part of the selection process. Interviews will be scheduled between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM on both days. Please mark these dates on your calendar so you are available if chosen.
  4. Are you a United States Veteran? You do not need to be a Veteran to apply for this opportunity.
  5. How did you hear about the Friends of Downtown Scholarship?
  6. Have you previously received a Friends of Downtown Scholarship?
  7. What is your declared major?
  8. What inspired you to commit yourself to your major and education at City College?
  9. What is the next milestone in your education journey?
  10. Could you please upload a recent photo of yourself for Friends of Downtown? It may be used for reference purposes and could also be featured during the BIG GIVE event.
  11. Upload your unofficial transcript. Please be sure to upload the "Unofficial Transcript by Term" and include the most recent semester.
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