Amount: $500 - $2,000
Deadline: March 1 (2026 - check for 2027 updates)
Level: undergraduate
Renewable: No
About
The CFCA Education Foundation offers scholarships to students pursuing careers in the fire service and emergency management in California.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US
- GPA: 2.75+
- Must be a California resident
- Enrolled in a fire science or emergency management program in California
- Demonstrate an interest in a career in the fire service
Required Materials
- Application form
- Transcripts
- Essay
- Letters of recommendation
Timeline
Applications open January. Deadline March 1. Notifications by May.
Tips
Express your commitment to community safety and service. Highlight any volunteer work, fire explorer programs, or relevant certifications.