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Welcome to the JAG Scholarship & Financial Aid Hub! The Hub is a centralized location for JAG students to find financial aid resources and various scholarship opportunities. Be sure to review individual scholarship opportunity criteria and deadlines.

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Apply for FAFSA & Unlock Your Future

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is your key to accessing grants, scholarships, work-study programs, and student loans to help pay for college or vocational training. Even if you’re unsure about your future plans, applying for FAFSA ensures you don’t miss out on financial aid opportunities that can make higher education more affordable.

✅ FAFSA is FREE – There’s no cost to apply!
✅ More than just loans – You may qualify for grants and scholarships that don’t need to be repaid.
✅ It’s easy to apply – Completing the application takes about 30 minutes, and JAG Specialists are here to help.

Don’t leave money on the table! Apply for FAFSA today and take the next step toward your future.

Before you begin, complete your FAFSA® form. The 2025-26 form is now open!

Featured Scholarships

Dougherty Foundation Scholarships

The Dougherty Foundation is offering seven renewable scholarships to JAG seniors: three $2,000-per-year awards for students attending ASU, NAU, or UofA, and four $1,000-per-year awards for students attending any AZ community college, each renewable for up to five years with criteria met.

-AND- in addition to the scholarships above they offer many more scholarships on their website.

To apply for any Dougherty Foundation scholarship, please register on the Dougherty Foundation Portal. You will be required to submit a recent and your Student Aid Report from the FAFSA completed this year.

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Eligibility Requirements:

Unmet Financial Need As Determined by Federal Guidelines (FAFSA)
Attend a partner school (see link below)
Schools must be in-state
Arizona Resident
Full-Time Student Status (4-Year university) or 6 Credit Hours (Community College)
Additional criteria may be required by individual scholarships

IMPORTANT NOTE: To apply for the Candia and Warner scholarships below, students MUST complete the Dougherty application first and note they are part of JAG.

Carolyn Warner Legacy Award |NOW CLOSED

Endowed by the Family and Friends of Carolyn Warner

Founder of Jobs for Arizona’s Graduates (JAG), Carolyn Warner established a great legacy of supporting the career and education goals of youth, particularly those pursuing technical education and certificate pathways.

NOTE: This scholarship is for current or previous JAG students (JAG Alumni)

Students must register and complete the Dougherty Application to apply for this scholarship.

Dougherty Foundation

Graciela Garcia Candia Philanthropy Scholarship: NOW CLOSED

Funded by the Candia Family

This scholarship award is designed to support a student who demonstrates that same spirit of philanthropy and plans to continue to do so through college and beyond.

NOTE: This scholarship is for current or previous JAG students (JAG Alumni)

Students must register and complete the Dougherty Application to apply for this scholarship.

Dougherty Foundation

VIDEO: HOW TO APPLY FOR A DOUGHERTY SCHOLARSHIP

More Scholarships available through the Dougherty Foundation!

Joyce Medina Harper, Executive Director of the Dougherty Foundation shares some tips and tricks for applying for a Dougherty Scholarship.

If you have questions about these eligibility criteria or the Dougherty Application, please contact Joyce Medina Harper at 602-264-7478 or Email: joyce@doughertyfoundation.com

Partner Scholarships

NAVY ROTC MARINE OPTION SCHOLARSHIP

4-year scholarship program offering up to $250,000 for lab fees, books, and uniforms, available at over 60 major universities and more than 130 crosstown affiliates.

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BEAUTY AND WELLNESS PROFESSIONALS SCHOLARSHIP

BeautySchoolsDirectory.com offers a $2,500 scholarship for those impacting lives through wellness and beauty. If you're starting or advancing your career in the industry, apply below for a chance to win.

Deadline: Opens September 2025

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CANYON RISING SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

The Canyon Rising Scholarship program supports Arizona students with significant financial need, offering two award types that cover full tuition and fees. The second award also includes room and board, excluding parking and health insurance.”

Deadline: VARIES

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DR. ORANTÉ JENKINS LEADERSHIP IN EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP | NOW CLOSED

The Dr. Oranté Jenkins Leadership in Education Scholarship is offering a $500 cash scholarship to a high school senior who has participated in JAG during their school career.

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ARIZONA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

This helpful tutorial explores the ACF scholarship process to help you prepare and apply.

The Arizona Community Foundation allows high school seniors and current college students throughout Arizona to apply for more than 100 scholarship awards online in one application.

How to apply in the new ACF scholarship application portal

The Arizona Community Foundation has transitioned to a new system to collect, review, and award scholarships. All of the scholarship opportunities use this system, which means all applicants must create a new account.

ACF Website

Additional Scholarship Resources

Looking for more scholarships? Check out these external resources for additional scholarships.

Download the latest JAG Scholarship Guide below for MORE SCHOLARSHIPS!

JAG SCHOLARSHIP GUIDE

Aliento Scholarships

Scholarships for DACA or Undocumented Students.

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Arizona Promise Program

Financial assistance for students whose federal Pell grants or other financial aid don’t cover the cost of college tuition and fees.

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American Indian College Fund

The American Indian College Fund provides scholarships to American Indian and Alaska Native college students.

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College Depot

College Depot at Phoenix Public Library is a free, full-service college access center located at the Burton Barr Central Library in Phoenix, Arizona.

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Scholarships A-Z

Scholarships A-Z began as a list of scholarships for immigrant students (DACA and/or Undocumented students).

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TheDream.US

"Helping undocumented students across the U.S. fulfill their college and career dreams—because nothing should stand in your way of a college education."

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BigFuture College Board

Large scholarship database. Explore scholarship opportunities by the College Board.

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Immigrants Rising

Scholarships that do not require proof of U.S Citizenship. The list has general application eligibility requirements.

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FinAID.org Scholarships

Scholarships directory from Finaid.org

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