Grove Scholars Program
The Spring 2025 Grove Scholars Application is now open.
First-Time Applicants
This online application is only for students who have not yet been participated in the Grove Scholars Program.
Apply for the First TimeRenewal Applicants
This online application is only for students who have already participated in the Grove Scholars Program in a previous semester.
Apply for RenewalAll application documents for new or renewal applications must be submitted by Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at 3:00 PM.
For more information or assistance, students should email us at grovescholar@smccd.edu or contact SparkPoint.
Essay Questions for New Applicants
- This application has three (3) separate essay questions
- All essays must be submitted for the application to be accepted
- It is recommended to write these 3 essays BEFORE starting the application form so that you can copy/paste each essay into the application
- There is a strict 2,000 character limit on each response. Be mindful not to exceed this limit.
Essay 1: Statement of Financial Need
Please thoroughly describe your current financial situation and how the Grove Scholarship funds will impact your educational journey. (2,000 character limit).
Essay 2: Academic Commitment
Please tell us why you are committed to your academic program and describe the strategies you are using to achieve academic success. (2,000 character limit).
Essay 3: Career Goals
What is your 5 year professional plan after you complete your certificate program at Skyline College? What steps have you taken toward achieving your career goal? (2,000 character limit).
About the Grove Scholars Program
Through funding from The Grove Foundation, SparkPoint at Skyline College is proud to offer a needs-based educational scholarship to students pursuing certificates in Career and Technical Education programs at Skyline College. View the Approved CE Programs list.
Students may be awarded up to $2,000 for the semester, which is broken up into 4 installments. Students will need to attend an orientaiton and 4 meetings with SparkPoint team members to receive the full scholarship. To date, over 675 of these $2,000 scholarships have been awarded to Skyline College students. Scholars participate in financial education workshops and individual financial coaching, career counseling, and additional services to support academic success and goals. The scholarship is offered each semester and there is a competitive application process a student will need to complete.
