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California Math Grants & Scholarships

Below is a curated list of public scholarships, grants, and programs that fund math and STEM students across California — with a focus on the Greater Los Angeles and Glendale area.

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Most students leave money on the table because the application is confusing or the essay feels intimidating. I work with students 1-on-1 to:

  • • Identify which grants you actually qualify for
  • • Prep math placement & competition portfolios
  • • Draft and refine personal statements
  • • Review FAFSA / CADAA / CSAC submissions
  • • Coach for scholarship interviews
  • • Build a timeline so nothing is missed
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California State Aid

Statewide grants every CA student should check

Cal Grant (A, B, C)

California high school grads & community college students attending eligible CA colleges

Award: Up to full system tuition + access awards

Apply via FAFSA or CADAA + a verified GPA by the March 2 deadline. Cal Grant C supports career/technical training including STEM tracks.

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Middle Class Scholarship

CA undergrads at UC, CSU, or community college baccalaureate programs

Award: Variable — covers gap after other aid

Same FAFSA/CADAA application as Cal Grant. Income & asset caps apply.

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Chafee Grant (Foster Youth)

Current or former foster youth under age 26

Award: Up to $5,000/year

Can be used for tutoring, books, and STEM coursework support.

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Golden State Teacher Grant

Students in CA teacher prep programs (math/STEM credential = priority)

Award: Up to $20,000

4-year service commitment in a high-need school. Strong fit for future math teachers.

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K-12 & Math Programs

Math-specific grants and program funding

California Mathematics Council (CMC) Scholarships

CA students pursuing math/math-education paths

Award: $500–$2,000

Multiple awards including the Edward De Roche Scholarship.

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MESA (Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement)

K-12 + community college students from underserved backgrounds

Award: Program access + scholarships

Tutoring, competitions, and college prep across CA campuses.

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California STEM Network — STEAM Funding Map

Schools, teachers, after-school programs

Award: Varies by program

Aggregator of public + private STEM funding for CA classrooms.

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After School Education & Safety (ASES) Program

K-9 public schools in California

Award: School-level grants

Funds tutoring & math enrichment after school. Apply through your district.

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Scholarships

STEM scholarships for SoCal & Glendale students

Society for Women Engineers (SWE) — Los Angeles

Women HS seniors & college students in STEM in LA County

Award: $1,000–$5,000

Strong fit for Glendale-area applicants pursuing engineering or applied math.

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Edison STEM Scholarship

HS seniors in SoCal Edison service area pursuing STEM

Award: $40,000 (over 4 years)

Highly competitive — early application & strong essay matter.

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Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF)

Students of Hispanic heritage, all majors (STEM prioritized)

Award: $500–$5,000

Annual cycle opens January. Glendale has a large eligible community.

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Armenian Educational Foundation Scholarships

Armenian-American students in California (huge presence in Glendale)

Award: $1,000–$5,000

Multiple math/engineering-friendly awards.

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Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) Scholarships

Hispanic STEM students (HS through grad)

Award: $1,000–$5,000

Includes specific awards for math, CS, and engineering.

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AAUW Glendale Branch Scholarships

Women returning to or continuing higher ed in the Glendale area

Award: $1,000–$3,000

Local scholarships — less competition, strong impact.

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Search Tools

Keep looking — official aggregators

Award amounts and eligibility change yearly. Always confirm details on the official site before applying.