Lompoc Rotary Club Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsored by Lompoc Rotary Club
Lompoc Rotary Club Scholarship Program — 2025–26
Overview
The Lompoc Rotary Club awards scholarships to help local students pursue college or vocational training. For the 2025–26 cycle, a minimum of three (3) graduating high school seniors will each receive a $1,000 scholarship. These funds may be applied to education-related costs (for example: tuition, books, food, or housing). Scholarship disbursements will be made by check sent directly to the recipient’s college, community college, or vocational school.
Who is eligible
Applicants must be current high school seniors with ties to the Lompoc community who intend to enroll (full- or part-time) at a vocational program, community college, or four-year college for the 2026–27 academic year. Your application packet must include the completed application form, a signed release form, and the required essay.
Selection criteria and announcement
Selections are based primarily on demonstrated achievement, future potential, and personal motivation. Members of the Lompoc Rotary Club Scholarship Committee review and evaluate all applications. Scholarship recipients will be announced in April 2026.
How to apply (digital-only this year)
For this application cycle the Lompoc Rotary Club will accept only electronic submissions. Download and complete the PDF application on your computer, or scan your completed paper packet and email the PDF to: lompocrotary@gmail.com.
If you need assistance converting a paper packet to a PDF, Inklings Printing Company in Lompoc will scan and email your materials on your behalf. Bring your completed packet to:
Inklings Printing Company
403 North G Street
Lompoc, CA
Call (805) 736-2737 for hours and details.
Essay requirements
Submit an essay that describes your background and outlines your academic and career goals. The essay helps the Scholarship Committee assess your accomplishments, potential, and drive, and is a central factor in the award decision.
Formatting requirements:
- 300–500 words
- Typed in a clear 12-point font
- Double-spaced with 1" margins
Your essay should respond to the specific prompts and questions provided by the Scholarship Committee in the instructions.