# BARBARA J. THOMPSON SCHOLARSHIP

> Amount varies from Community Foundation Santa Cruz County. See the official page for current dates..

- Edition: Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
- Page: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/barbara-j-thompson-scholarship
- Provider: Community Foundation Santa Cruz County (Foundation)
- Award: Amount varies
- Deadline: See the official page for current dates.
- State list: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/state/ca
- Official page: https://www.cfscc.org/blog/2022-scholarship-awardees
- Last verified by CollegesRef: Nov 6, 2026

## About this scholarship

The Barbara J. Thompson Scholarship is a regional financial aid program administered by the Community Foundation Santa Cruz County. This scholarship is designed to support local students from Santa Cruz County high schools, such as Harbor High School, who plan to pursue higher education. The program helps cover educational expenses for recipients as they transition to college. 

While the scholarship is managed by a local community foundation, applicants should also complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the California Dream Act Application to ensure they are considered for all available state and federal aid. The foundation uses these financial details alongside the scholarship application to assess student need and eligibility. Funding from this program can be combined with other state grants and institutional aid to help reduce the overall cost of attending college. For current application dates and specific submission deadlines, prospective applicants should see the official page for current dates.

## Who can apply

- Residents of: CA
- Education level: High school student, Undergraduate
- Year: 12th grade, College 1st year
- Historically awarded to local students from Santa Cruz County high schools, such as Harbor High School.

## How to apply

Contact the Community Foundation Santa Cruz County or visit their scholarship portal to learn about the application process and requirements.

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