Who May Apply
- Graduating high school seniors accepted into an eligible postsecondary program
- Current undergraduate students
- Community college students
- Trade or technical school students
- Graduate students
Scholarship & Application
Your Next Step Starts Here.
Review the eligibility requirements and materials before beginning. You may save time by gathering your documents first, then complete the application below.
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Could This Scholarship Be For You?
Award
Up to $1,000
per student, per year
Deadline
December 18, 2026
current application cycle
Minimum GPA
2.5
cumulative
Required Materials
- Proof of acceptance or enrollment
- Official academic transcript*
- Proof of class registration*
- Letter of recommendation
- Career-goals essay (250–500 words)
- Required application information
* Required directly from the university or educational institution. A student-uploaded copy does not complete this requirement.
Enrollment Requirement
Applicants must provide proof of full-time enrollment for the upcoming academic year.
Program Cost
Tuition or eligible program costs must total at least $1,000.
Official Transcripts
Your application is not complete until the Foundation receives an official academic transcript and proof of class registration directly from your university or educational institution. A document uploaded by the student does not satisfy this requirement.
Official transcripts may be ordered through the National Student Clearinghouse, Parchment, or directly through your university.
Email: application@shawbtb.org
Mail: Shaw Foundation Scholarship – Breaking the Barriers, Inc., 5650 Whitelock Pkwy, Suite 130 #1049, Elk Grove, CA 95757
Scholarship Application
Apply for the Scholarship
The application takes about 20 minutes. You will be asked about yourself, your education, your goals, and asked to upload your supporting documents.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: DECEMBER 18, 2026
Before You Begin
The application takes approximately 20 minutes. To make the process easier, please have the following information and documents ready:
- Current school and GPA information
- Intended major or program of study
- 250–500 word career-goals essay
- Proof of acceptance or current enrollment
- Recommendation letter
- Transcript or academic verification information
An official academic transcript and proof of class registration must be sent directly by your university or educational institution. A student-uploaded copy does not complete this requirement. Your application is not complete until both documents are received. Official transcripts may be ordered through the National Student Clearinghouse, Parchment, or your university. Email official documents to application@shawbtb.org or mail them to Shaw Foundation Scholarship – Breaking the Barriers, Inc., 5650 Whitelock Pkwy, Suite 130 #1049, Elk Grove, CA 95757.