Bachelor’s Degree High Hopes Program
The Bachelor’s Degree High Hopes Scholarship Program (BDHH) is a college success program designed for college-bound seniors from Berkeley High School and Berkeley Technology Academy. Scholars receive individual advising, resources, career development, resources, a network of support, and up to $16,000 paid directly to the student over 4 years.
Scholarships are awarded based on demonstrated financial need, community involvement, and academic and personal achievement. Funds awarded may be used for tuition, books, room and board, and incidental expenses in connection with the recipient’s college education.
Applications for 2026 are open!
Application Details and Criteria
Who can apply:
- 2026 graduates of Berkeley High School or Berkeley Technology Academy
- Confirmed attendance to a four-year university in Fall 2026
- Minimum 2.5 GPA in A-G requirements
BCS will prioritize students who:
- Are Pell Grant eligible based on FAFSA/Dream Act or demonstrate financial need
- Are first-generation to college
- Are part of a group historically underrepresented in college degree completion
What scholars receive:
- Up to $16,000 scholarship, awarded over four years (up to $4,000 per year)
- Dedicated College Success Advisor to provide support and help identify resources
- College advising, connection to resources, a supportive community during their time in college
- Professional development training and career preparation
Scholar requirements:
- Attend Summer Orientation and Celebration events
- Participate in BCS programming such as our career readiness programming, events, and more
- Give back to BCS community
- Communicate with BCS staff on a consistent basis
- Attend BCS events/programs during summer and school breaks
- Attend college full time
- Submit updates twice a year
- Meet with College Success Advisor on a consistent basis
Key Dates
Application Opens: December 1, 2025
Application Due Date: February 26, 2026 at 11:59PM PST
Information Sessions
In these sessions, we will present an overview of the scholarship program as well as how to be a strong candidate. These sessions will all be held at Berkeley High School College and Career Center.
Dates:
- 12/10/2025 – 2:35-3:33pm
Application Workshops
Come get help on your application from BCS staff. All sessions will take place in the Berkeley High School College and Career Center.
Dates:
- 1/14/2026 – 3rd period, 10:43 – 11:41am
- 2/4/2026 – 3:39 – 4:37pm
- 2/26/2026 – 3:39 – 4:37pm
Interview Day
To be eligible for consideration you must be able to attend an in-person, 30 min interview. All interviews will take place on one day – Saturday April 25th 2026.
Have questions about the program?
Check out our High Hopes Application FAQ
Contact College Success Advisor Emily Maciel at emily@berkeleyscholars.org