Sharer Scholars Program
The Sharer scholarships are awarded to exceptional students with a demonstrated record of academic accomplishment, who are planning to transfer to a UC or CSU four-year university, have a career plan focused on the world of commerce, and have leadership potential. The scholarships also include additional program support for students as they transfer. Five $16,000 scholarships will be awarded this year.
A special thanks to The Carol H. and Kevin W. Sharer Foundation for their support of community college transfer students.
The Sharer Foundation's mission is to help well-deserving junior transfer students
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Scholarship Criteria
- El Camino College transfer student to a UC or CSU
- Entering 4-year university as a junior
- Plan to earn a bachelor’s degree within 2 years
- California resident
- Demonstrated financial need
- Strong GPA
- A goal-oriented career plan in commerce
Recommended Career Goals
- Career goals upon completion of bachelor's degree must be articulated.
- Students must exhibit a career focus and planned employment pathway upon completion of their bachelor's degree.
- Preference for students majoring in science, pre-health, business, economics, engineering, and education. (Other majors may be considered for students who strongly align with career focus and planning criteria.)
Why the Sharer Scholars Scholarship
"I want to help determined community college students transferring to a university overcome the barriers of earning a Bachelor’s degree that exist for many students without the means.
By eliminating their financial concern and connecting them to resources and support at their university, Sharer Scholars can immerse themselves in their college experience, launch themselves into the work force upon graduation and have a direct impact on society."