# Nonresident Merit Scholarship

> Amount varies from Allan Hancock College. Week 9 of the semester (October 16, 2026 for Fall; April 2, 2027 for Spring).

- Edition: Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
- Page: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/nonresident-merit-scholarship
- Provider: Allan Hancock College (College)
- Award: Amount varies, renewable
- Deadline: Week 9 of the semester (October 16, 2026 for Fall; April 2, 2027 for Spring)
- College: [Allan Hancock College](https://www.collegesref.com/college/allan-hancock-college-36)
- Official page: https://www.hancockcollege.edu/finaid/meritscholarship.php
- Last verified by CollegesRef: Nov 6, 2026

## About this scholarship

The Nonresident Merit Scholarship from Allan Hancock College helps out-of-state students reduce their tuition costs. This program is designed for non-California residents who enroll at the college immediately after graduating from high school or who transfer from another postsecondary institution with a minimum of 12 completed units. International students are not eligible. To qualify, recipients must enroll in at least 12 units, including a minimum of 3 in-person units, and take all of their courses for a letter grade. Additionally, students must physically reside in California during both semesters to help establish state residency. 

Applicants must submit either the FAFSA or the California Dream Act Application and complete all required financial aid documentation. The scholarship is renewable for a second and final semester. The application deadline is Week 9 of the semester, which is October 16, 2026 for Fall and April 2, 2027 for Spring.

## Who can apply

- Education level: High school student, Undergraduate
- Year: 12th grade, College 1st year, College 2nd year
- Minimum GPA: 3
- Citizenship: U.S. citizen, Eligible noncitizen, DACA or state Dream Act student
- College types: 2-year college, Public college
- Open to non-California residents entering Allan Hancock College directly after high school or transferring with at least 12 units from another college. International students are excluded. Must enroll in at least 12 units, including at least 3 in-person units, and take all classes for a letter grade. Must be present in California during both semesters to establish residency.

## How to apply

Apply to Allan Hancock College, complete the online student orientation, and submit official transcripts. File a FAFSA or California Dream Act Application, complete any missing financial aid documents, and submit the online Nonresident Merit Scholarship Application.

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Always confirm amounts, rules and deadlines on the official page before applying.