The CalHOPE Courage Award Scholarship Program will award $75,000 to California high school senior student-athletes and high school athletic departments.
Twenty-five (25) California high school senior student-athletes who have overcome personal adversity will each receive a $2500 college scholarship while $500 will also be donated to their high school’s athletic departments.
The CalHOPE Courage Award Scholarship Program is supported by the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS), which oversees CalHOPE, and endorsed by the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF).
Who is eligible
California high school seniors at public, private, and charter schools scheduled to graduate in 2026 who participate in varsity interscholastic athletics and have overcome personal adversity, including stress, anxiety, and mental health challenges from injury, illness, family hardship, academic pressure and more.
Deadline
Rolling; students are encouraged to apply early to be considered for all monthly selections. The application period closes on May 1, 2026. You do not need to wait until the conclusion of your senior sports season. Your personal journey/adversity story is the primary determinator as opposed to your athletic accomplishments.
Awards
Scholarships will be awarded each month from September-June. The sooner you apply, the more opportunities you will have to be awarded.
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Scholarship Value: $2,500
Awards Available: 25
Award Deadline: Register to View