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    The Caratan Family Scholarship Fund

    Kern Community Foundation · Foundation program

    Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition

    Award

    Amount varies

    Deadline

    See the official page for current dates.

    Checked against the official page on Nov 6, 2026.

    About this scholarship

    This scholarship fund provides financial assistance to high school graduates from Kern County, California, who are pursuing a bachelor's degree in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics fields. Candidates must show motivation, perseverance, and a strong desire to complete their degree at an accredited college or university. Selection is based on demonstrated financial need alongside academic performance. Applicants must meet the minimum cumulative grade point average requirement at the time of application.

    Who can apply

    • Resident of California
    • Undergraduate
    • College 1st year or College 2nd year or College 3rd year or College 4th year
    • GPA of 3.00 or higher
    • Shows financial need on the FAFSA or state aid application
    • U.S. citizen
    • Usable at: 4-year college, public college, private college
    • Must be a graduate of a Kern County high school and pursuing a bachelor's degree in a STEM-related field.

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    Award details

    Amount
    Amount varies
    Number of awards
    Not stated
    Renewable
    One-time or not stated
    Merit-based
    Yes
    Need-based
    Yes
    Essay required
    Not stated

    Key dates

    1. Applications open

      Open now or not stated

    2. Deadline

      See the official page for current dates.

    3. Winners notified

      Not stated

    As published: See the official page for current dates.

    How to apply

    1. Complete the online application form provided by the Kern Community Foundation, ensuring all academic and financial need documentation is submitted.

    Provider and source

    Provider
    Kern Community Foundation
    Last verified
    Nov 6, 2026

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