Kiwanis for Kids Eric Okerblom STEM Scholarship

Santa Maria Kiwanis for Kids

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About the Scholarship

Opens: 1/16/2026

Closes: 3/25/2026

Kiwanis for Kids Eric Okerblom STEM Scholarship provides financial assistance to high school seniors in Santa Maria, California who plan to major in a field of STEM at a college in any state.

Win up to

$1,000

Essay Required: Yes
Need-Based: No
Merit-Based: Yes
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Requirements

This program is open to seniors graduating from high schools in Santa Maria, California who plan to enroll at a 4-year college or university in any state.

Applicants must have a GPA of 3.5 or higher.

Preference is given to students who plan to major in a field of STEM. Along with their application, they must submit a 500word autobiographical essay that includes information on their qualifications for the scholarship, a statement of their future educational and career goals, and information on their community involvement, including Key Club.

Selection is based on academic achievement and community service.