SotoCats College & Career Center
Scholarships
I'm Still Here Epilepsy Resilience Scholarship due April 30, 2026
The I’m Still Here Epilepsy Resilience Scholarship honors the legacy of Carmen Avalos and reflects our ongoing commitment to ensuring that no one faces epilepsy alone. The I'm Still Here Epilepsy Resilience Scholarship recognizes students impacted by epilepsy who exemplify courage, adaptability, and unwavering determination. This award supports individuals who transform obstacles into motivation, continue striving toward their academic and personal goals, and embody the true spirit of resilience within our community.
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicant must:
• Have a diagnosis of epilepsy/seizure disorder
• Provide proof of acceptance to a post-secondary academic or vocational program
• Be a High School Senior or currently enrolled at a trade school, college, or university and be in good
standing
• Be a legal resident of Central and South Texas
• Additional weight will be given to applicants who have a history of engagement with EFCST.
Apply Here: https://form.jotform.com/231914362050144
Alamo Colleges Foundation Scholarship Due May 15, 2026
Through the generous support of donors, the Alamo Colleges Foundation offers a wide variety of scholarships. By submitting one general scholarship application each academic year, students are automatically considered for all available Foundation Scholarship opportunities.
Apply Here: https://www.alamo.edu/foundation/scholarships/
Horatio Alger CTE Scholarship Application due June 15, 2026
The Horatio Alger Association’s Career & Technical Scholarship is designed for individuals who have faced and overcome significant adversity and are working toward a career or technical education certificate or degree. This need-based award recognizes those who demonstrate integrity, perseverance, and a strong commitment to building a successful future through career-focused training.
Eligible individuals with financial need who are enrolled, or plan to enroll, in a career or technical program at a not-for-profit institution should consider applying. Each year, the Association awards scholarships of up to $2,500 to support tuition, tools, supplies, and other program-related expenses.
To apply for a scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Have completed high school (or equivalency) by July 1
Plan to attend a not-for-profit community college or trade/vocational school
Enroll in an associate’s degree, certificate, or diploma program by September that will lead to employment
May not be enrolled in pre-requisite courses
Demonstrate financial need (applicants must show household income of $100,000 or less)
Be under the age of 35
Be a United States citizen
Apply Here: https://horatioalger.org/career-technical-scholarship-eligibility/