Palo Alto Rotary Club Robert Smithwick Vocational Scholarships for Academic Year 26-27

Rotary Club of Palo Alto Robert Smithwick Vocational Scholarships

For the 2026-2027 Academic Year
Application Deadline: Friday, March 20, 2026
More Information & Application: https://www.rotarypaloalto.org/page/vocational-scholarships
Submit Applications & Recommendation Letters to: parscholarship@gmail.com

Our scholarship program is needs-based, designed to support students who are facing financial hardship and may otherwise struggle to afford their education.
Eligibility:

High school seniors graduating in June 2026 who will enroll in a career/vocational program in the Summer or Fall of 2026. Current students enrolled in an accredited career/vocational program and continuing in Fall 2026. Returning students with a high school diploma who are re-entering school for career/vocational education.

Applicants must enroll in at least 6 units per semester for the entire 2026-2027 academic year.

A letter of recommendation (preferably from an instructor) is required as part of the application.

Thank you for helping us reach students who could benefit from this opportunity. Please feel free to reach out at parscholarship@gmail.com if you have any questions.

Award
Varies
Deadline
03/20/2026