Bob and Betsy Darrow Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsored by Community Foundation Santa Cruz County
The descriptions below provide a summary of the eligibility qualifications established by the generous donors who have provided the award opportunities. Scholarships range in award amount and include both one-time awards and renewable awards. Award amounts are subject to change from year to year.
Multiple one-time awards of up to $5,000 are available for current graduating seniors of any high school in Santa Cruz County who demonstrate financial need and have a minimum 2.0 GPA.
Required Documents
Does my transcript have to be official?
Contact your high school (or college) Administration Office to request your official transcript including the current year's Fall grades for the first semester. You do not need a copy with your school seal, but your transcript must contain the most recent grading period’s grades and show your cumulative GPA.
Should I submit all of my information before I request a recommendation letter?
You should request your recommendation letter as early as possible to ensure there is sufficient time for the recommendation to be submitted by the deadline. You do not have to wait until all other portions of your application are complete before requesting your recommendation. Select ‘Save’ on the application form to save your progress and return to it at a later date.
What supporting documentation is required for this application?
All Applicants:
- Official High School Transcript
- 2022-23 FAFSA Student Aid Report (SAR)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation
If applicable:
- SAT/ACT Scores: If you’ve taken either or both, please include your scores.
- College/University Transcript: Incoming College Sophomores and Juniors