Explore the possibilities with Simon Scholars.
Discover how our program supports high school students with leadership potential on their journey to academic success and rewarding careers. Join our interest list today to stay informed about upcoming opportunities and take the first step towards your future with Simon Scholars.
The Benefits of being
a Simon Scholar
- Individualized support from High School to the completion of a 4-year University degree and into a professional career
- Career Exploration and Higher Education Mentorship / Guidance
- College Application Assistance and Guidance
- Financial Aid Guidance (FAFSA, CSS Profile, Other Scholarships / Grants)
- Personal Statements and Personal Insight Questions Guidance
- Statement of Intent to Register (SIR) Guidance
- College Tours
- Leadership Conferences
- Workforce Development
- Up to a $16,000 in a need-based College Scholarship
- Brand New MacBook Air Laptop for Academic and Personal Use
Selection criteria:
First-Generation to College Bound Student
Sophomore at Partner High School or Sophomore at Partner Community Based Organization
Academically / personally challenges themselves every day
History of economic and personal adversity
PARTNER HIGH SCHOOLS
- Anaheim High School
- Bolsa Grande High School
- Buena Park High School
- Century High School
- Costa Mesa High School
- Dana Hills High School
- El Modena High School
- Estancia High School
- Fullerton Union High School
- Garden Grove High School
- Hector Godinez High School
- Katella High School
- La Habra High School
- La Quinta High School
- Loara High School
- Los Amigos High School
- Magnolia High School
- Middle College High School
- Monte Vista High School
- Oceanview High School
- Orange High School
- Pacific Coast High School
- Rancho Alamitos High School
- Saddleback High School
- Samueli Academy
- San Juan Hills High School
- Santa Ana High School
- Santiago High School
- Savanna High School
- Segerstrom High School
- Servite High School
- Tustin High School
- Valencia High School
- Valley High School
- Villa Park High School
- Western High School
- Westminster High School
Partner Community Based Organizations
- Breakthrough San Juan Capistrano
PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY
- Sophomore at Partner High School or Sophomore at Partner Community Based Organization
- 3.5 Total, Cumulative, Weighted GPA (Freshman Year and First Semester of Sophomore Year GPA)
Simon Scholars Profile
- First-Generation to College Bound Student (94% of Class of 2026 Simon Scholars are First-Generation)
- Demonstrated Leadership in School and Community
- Personal or Economic Adversity
- Aspiration to attend a 4-Year University