The General Scholarship
The Stars General Scholarship supports first-generation students from the Pasadena/Altadena community who are pursuing a college degree or certification and demonstrate financial need.
The General Scholarship Application is NOW OPEN!
DEADLINE: MAY 7, 2025 @ 11:59 PST
The General scholarship seeks to award students from the Pasadena/Altadena community who will enroll in either a:
• Two-year school or trade program (up to $500.00)
• Four-year university/college (up to $1,000)
General Scholarship Recipients
*Please note that not all recipients are featured in the photos. Most students were still enrolled in courses on campus and couldn’t attend, while others were working or out of town.
Interested in Joining Our College Program? Contact Us today at collegestudentrequests@gostars.org !
Eligibility
• 18–26 years old*, first-generation college student (neither parent nor guardian has completed a four-year college degree).
• Must be enrolled full-time throughout the scholarship cycle. Students must notify Stars if they lose full-time status.
• Demonstrate financial need through an application process.
• Must be committed to active participation throughout the scholarship cycle, including attending events and fulfilling any other obligations set by the program
• Priority will be given to students from the Pasadena/Altadena community.
*An exception may be made if the applicant turns 18 before the first cash disbursement.
Program Requirements:
• Attend (2) Adulting 101 gatherings AND (2) Wellness gatherings offered at different times throughout the award cycle
• Must check in virtually with Stars college program staff once a month throughout the award cycle.
Community
