JCF Elaine and Barry Gilbert College Scholarship, USA
The JCF Elaine and Barry Gilbert College Scholarship is a financial aid opportunity designed to support Jewish students from the Greater San Francisco Bay Area who plan to pursue undergraduate studies at select universities in the United States. The scholarship helps talented students overcome financial barriers while encouraging academic excellence and strong involvement in the Jewish community.
This scholarship is available to Jewish high school seniors and previous Gilbert Scholarship recipients who plan to enroll full-time in an approved institution. The program prioritizes students who demonstrate financial need, strong academic performance, and active participation in community or cultural activities. Special consideration may be given to graduates of Lowell High School or Washington High School in San Francisco.
Degree Level
The JCF Elaine and Barry Gilbert College Scholarship supports students pursuing:
Undergraduate degree programs
Applicants must be accepted to or enrolled in an eligible institution before receiving the scholarship.
Eligible Universities
Students must plan to study full-time at one of the following institutions:
Any campus within the University of California (UC) system
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Hillsdale College, Michigan
Enrollment in these institutions is required to qualify for the scholarship.
Available Subjects
The scholarship is open to students pursuing a variety of undergraduate programs, including:
Business and Economics
Engineering and Technology
Natural Sciences
Social Sciences
Humanities
Education
Health and Medical Fields
Other accredited undergraduate programs
Benefits
Recipients of the JCF Elaine and Barry Gilbert College Scholarship receive several benefits, including:
Financial awards ranging from $1,000 to $3,000
Support for tuition and other educational expenses
Opportunities for renewal for eligible past recipients
Recognition for academic achievement and community involvement
The total scholarship funding can reach up to $12,000, depending on eligibility and renewal conditions.
Eligible Nationalities
The scholarship is primarily intended for:
Jewish students residing in the Greater San Francisco Bay Area
Eligible counties include:
San Francisco
San Mateo
Santa Clara
Alameda
Contra Costa
Solano
Marin
Napa
Sonoma
Applicants must have permanent residence in one of these counties.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
Be a Jewish high school senior or a previous Gilbert Scholarship recipient
Plan to enroll full-time in an eligible undergraduate institution
Demonstrate financial need
Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.5 (for new applicants) on a 4.0 scale
Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 (for renewal applicants)
Show active involvement in the Jewish community
Have permanent residence in the Greater San Francisco Bay Area
Special consideration may be given to graduates of San Francisco’s Lowell High School or Washington High School.
Application Procedure
Students interested in applying should follow these general steps:
Confirm eligibility based on residency, academic performance, and university enrollment.
Prepare academic transcripts and documentation demonstrating financial need.
Provide evidence of involvement in Jewish community activities or organizations.
Complete the scholarship application form through the appropriate scholarship portal.
Submit all required documents before the application deadline and wait for the selection decision.
