2026 EXP Scholarship
Introduction
EXP Scholarships support the college and career dreams of our students and alumni!
Qualifications
Eligibility
High School Seniors:
Must be a graduating senior who has participated in an EXP program or signature event while enrolled in one of EXP-supported high schools
Plan to enroll in college at least half-time in the fall of 2026, as defined by the accredited community or junior college, university, or vocational/technical program.
Have a minimum grade point average of 2.50.
EXP Alumni:
Must be either:
A past participant of an EXP program or signature event while enrolled in one of EXP-support high schools, or:
A past participant of Fuel Your Future boot camp or Level Up workshops.
Plan to enroll in college at least half-time in the summer or fall of 2026, as defined by the accredited community or junior college, university, or vocational/technical program.
Have a minimum grade point average of 2.50.
Selection Process
Criteria
Scholarships are awarded based on a broad view of the applicant’s character, academic ability, professional interest, and dedication to the community and career. The Scholarship Committee will use a selection rubric that considers the following components: the applicant’s essays, work/volunteer experience, list of extracurricular activities and/or awards, letter of recommendation, and GPA. Essay responses, letters of recommendation, and volunteer experience will be weighted most.
A Southern California 501(c)3 organization, EXP is the opportunity engine. Since 1999, EXP prepares students for college and career success. We help students in underserved communities gain real work experience, unlock doors to career possibilities, and build the confidence they need to succeed in school, career, and life.
Our innovative programs include paid summer internships, career-readiness workshops, and certifications, guest speakers, workplace visits, and signature career discovery events like GPS Your Future® in the Fall and Women in STEM Career Day in the Spring. In school year 2024-2025, we served more than 6,000 students in LA and Orange Counties and the City of Barstow.
More than 550 industry leaders served as EXP volunteers, mentors, and internship hosts and contributed more than 2,600 volunteer hours. Our success depends on our unique ability to bring industry and schools together to solve problems and overcome obstacles that prevent students' access to education, experience and opportunities.
By helping schools and industry work together, EXP is changing how society prepares students for life and bringing genuine opportunity to every young person we can reach.