Charles W. Patrick Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship fund 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. His efforts enabled the district to diversify in order to best serve the community’s educational needs.

ELIGIBILITY:

  • Must have a 2.5 GPA
  • Must be enrolled at least 6 or more units at City College
  • Must demonstrate service to others
  • Must demonstrate financial need
  • Must be planning to transfer to a 4-year college in the Fall of 2026 or a vocational student who is not planning to transfer in the immediate future.

If there is no funding or there are no qualified applicants that reflect this format the scholarship will not be awarded for that year.

Award
$500.00
Deadline
02/24/2025
Supplemental Questions
  1. Please share the following: 1. Your educational journey and future career goals. 2. Any challenges you have overcome. 3. What it would mean to you to receive this scholarship. You do not need to include every detail, but please try to address each part of the question (your goals, challenges overcome, and what it would mean to you).
  2. Submit an original essay describing your financial need. Mention if you are eligible for PELL or BOG funding, or describe why you are not eligible for PELL or BOG. Include any outside financial support you receive from all sources.
  3. Please share your experience regarding ways you give back to your community, this may include volunteerism, or helping out with family, friends, church, etc.
  4. Add an unofficial copy of your transcripts