Scholarships

A diverse array of scholarships recognize academic achievement, financial needs, leadership and community service, affiliation with campus clubs and organizations, and international students. Learn how to apply for ECC scholarships and get general advice on pursuing external scholarships from other sources.

ECC Scholarships

In 2022, El Camino College students were awarded more than 650 scholarships totaling over $880,000. Many scholarships cover the full cost of tuition, fees, and textbooks. Like grants, they do not have to be repaid.

How to Apply

  1. Access the El Camino College Foundation Scholarship Application online through MyECC.
  2. Log in with your MyECC username and ID and click the “Scholarship Application” link.

Scholarship Open Period: 

Scholarships open on Monday, September 11, 2023 and close Friday, December 22, 2023

 

If you are currently enrolled, have a 2.0 GPA or better and have completed, or are in the process of completing, a minimum of six graded credit units at El Camino College - you are eligible to apply!

Scholarships range from $500 to $7,000 and cover tuition, books, fees and supplies. 

Eligibility Requirements

  • Current ECC student
  • Must be enrolled in at least six units
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better
  • At least six graded units of El Camino College coursework
  • Incoming first-year students registered for at least six units can apply. Initial coursework will be completed by the scholarship selection deadline.

Application

  • Fillable form of supplemental questions
  • Personal statement (600 words)
  • Transcripts
  • Online Evaluation Form (to be filled out by a faculty member, counselor, or employer) 

How to Apply

Log in to MyECC and click on “Scholarship Application" under the "ECC Links" menu.

Deadline

Application submission deadline is December 23, 2023

Questions?

El Camino College
Scholarship Office
scholarship@elcamino.edu
(310) 660-6541 or Administration Building, Room 160

Scholarship Application Tips

Improve your chances of earning a scholarship, whether from El Camino or other sources:

  • Watch deadlines. Each scholarship program runs on its own schedule—be sure to submit your application in time for consideration.
  • Do your homework. All kinds of organizations offer scholarships—check with employers, local businesses, community organizations, etc.
  • Develop a great personal statement. It’s an essential part of your application—write it in a program like Microsoft Word, then copy and paste it into your online application.

International Students

International students aren’t eligible for state or federal financial aid, making private and institutional resources like scholarships even more important.

Activating Your Scholarship

Once you receive an ECC scholarship, make sure to activate it. Scholarships cover expenses for award years only—they cannot be applied to past expenses.

See complete instructions for activating your scholarship.

Watch Out for Scams

If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. When researching non-ECC scholarships, look out for these warning signs:

  • Scholarships that charge application fees
  • Guaranteed “wins”
  • Promises of “free money”
  • Scholarship awards you never applied for

See the Federal Trade Commission for more information or to report scholarship scams.

Questions? Contact Us

Scholarship Office

Office Hours
Monday-Thursday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 

310-660-6541

scholarship@elcamino.edu

Administration Building, Room 160