Scholarships available from Soroptimist International

FALLBROOK — Soroptimist International of Fallbrook is offering three scholarships to graduating seniors who reside in the greater Fallbrook area.

The first scholarship is a $3,000 two-year educational scholarship to a four-year college or university. Recipients must carry a minimum of 12 units in order to qualify. The payment is $750 per semester for a total of $3,000.

The second scholarship is a $1,000 junior college scholarship, which will be awarded to a student who will attend a local junior college and is intended to cover educational expenses during their first year at school. Recipient must carry a minimum of 12 units to qualify. The payment is $500 per semester for a total of $1,000.

The third scholarship is a $1,000 vocational scholarship, which will be awarded to a student who will be pursuing his/her education at a trade school or be taking trade-related courses at a community college. Auto mechanics, culinary arts, cosmetology and medical assisting are examples of studies that would qualify for this scholarship.

The scholarships require that an official school transcript from the most recent semester must be submitted with the application. Applications are available at the high school career counseling center. Completed applications and transcripts must be received by April 15. For further information or applications, contact Dianna Mahr at (760) 728-7011.