Helping local students access higher education
Our Impact
What We Do
The Scholarship Foundation of Santa Barbara helps students across Santa Barbara County access higher education through scholarships and financial aid advising.
Scholarships
Our scholarships are funded by annual support from more than 1,200 foundations, corporations, and individual donors.
Financial Aid Advising
Need help applying for financial aid? Our full-time financial aid advisors are here to help Santa Barbara County students and their parents – free of charge!
Why We Do It
College costs continue to rise, straining family budgets. Low- and middle-income students are especially vulnerable to these cost increases, and many are forced to forgo college altogether. Those who do attend are often saddled with heavy debt.
Higher Earnings
A graduate from a four-year college will earn 70% more annually
Higher Employment Rates
College grads are significantly less likely to be unemployed
