# Spirit of 49 Award

> Amount varies from Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County. See the official page for current dates..

- Edition: Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
- Page: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/spirit-of-49-award
- Provider: Community Foundation San Luis Obispo 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.cfsloco.org/scholarships/
- Last verified by CollegesRef: Nov 6, 2026

## About this scholarship

The Spirit of 49 Award is a scholarship program administered by the Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County. This program is designed to support students pursuing higher education, with specific eligibility criteria determined by the individual fund guidelines. The award helps recipients cover educational expenses associated with attending college. 

To be considered for this scholarship, applicants must follow the foundation's application process. While the foundation manages the selection, students should also complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the California Dream Act Application to establish their financial need, as many community foundation awards coordinate with these state and federal programs to determine overall aid packages. Because key dates and requirements can vary from year to year, applicants should see the official page for current dates and detailed submission instructions.

## Who can apply

- Residents of: CA
- Education level: High school student, Undergraduate
- Specific eligibility criteria are determined by the individual fund guidelines.

## How to apply

Visit the foundation's scholarship application portal to learn about the requirements and deadlines for this award.

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