Sample Scholarship Application Form

FUEL SCholars Application Form

Application Deadline - May 15, 2026 at 11:59PM
Personal Information

Please check your eligibility (www.fuelscholars.org) before filling out the application.
Full Name*

First NameLast Name
Birthdate (month, date, year)*
Are you 17-26 years old today? This is a requirement for the scholarship.*

YesNo
Do you currently live in a county in Northern or Central California? This is a requirement for the scholarship.*

YesNo
Mobile No*
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Email *
The confirmation will be send to this email.
Current Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Which best decribes your current status.*

I am a high school senior on track for graduating in May 2026.I am a high school/GED graduate with no college credit.I am currently enrolled at a California State University (CSU) or a Univeristy of Calfornia (UC).I am currently enrolled in an accredited California community college.
This scholarship is for current and former foster youth. Were you in private or public foster care any time after your 13th birthday? This is a requirement for the scholarship.*

YesNo
Date you entered foster care:*

MonthDayYear
Date
Date you left foster care. Do not include time after you turned 18:*

MonthDayYear
Date
Are you currently in private or public foster care?*

YesNo
Please upload a verification letter that shows you are currently in foster care, a ward of the state, or eligible for ILP, having aged out of foster care as a young adult.*

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Educational Information
What was the last high school you attended?*
List any colleges you have attended here.
How many college units have you completed with a passing grade?
What is your cumulative High School GPA?*
What is your cumulative GPA for any college coursework you've completed?
Please upload your most recent transcript here. Photo is ok for this application, but we will need an official transcript if you're selected for FUEL Scholarship.*

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Financial Aid Information
Have you submitted a FAFSA application? If you submit it before March 2, you are automatically considered for extra money (Middle Class Scholarship).*

YesNo
Please upload the first 2 pages of your 2025-2026 FAFSA Submission Summary or California Dream Act Application (CADAA) Summary here. You can also email it to us at info@fuelscholars.org.

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If you have applied for any other scholarships or financial aid, please list them. Include any funds you have been awarded.

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Essay Questions

PLEASE USE YOUR OWN WORDS. AI-generated or generic responses don’t help us understand you and typically score poorly.
Why is earning a college degree important to you? Include your desired major and career goals. If you are currently at a community college, tell us if you plan to transfer to a 4-year college and how/when. 500 words max*

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Please describe a challenge you have faced and how you worked through it. We’re most interested in how you responded, what supported you, and what you learned about yourself. 500 words max*

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Will you be a full-time student for the entire 2026-27 academic year? (full-time enrollment is a requirment of this scholarship)

YesNo
Which college will you attend for the 2026-27 academic year?*
Is there anything else you'd like us to know when reviewing your application? (Optional)
How did you find out about FUEL Scholars?

AVIDInternet SearchRelative/FriendSchool CounselorSocial MediaFacebookSVCF (Silicon Valley Community Foundation)Other
FUEL Scholars is committed to equal opportunity in employment and education. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, or disability.
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FUEL SCholars Application Form

Personal Information

Educational Information

Financial Aid Information

Essay Questions