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2024-2025 Scholarship Winners<\/span><\/h2>\n

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The Cash for College Scholarship honors Inland Empire students who are taking meaningful steps toward their postsecondary goals.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Congratulations to Our Cash for College Scholarship Winners!<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Each year, Inland Empire students rise to the challenge of planning for college and completing their financial aid applications, and we are thrilled to recognize their dedication. These scholarship recipients represent the hard work, determination, and bright futures that Cash for College is all about. Their success reminds us that when students take the important step of applying for financial aid, they open doors to education, careers, and opportunities that strengthen our entire region.<\/p>\n

Check back soon for the next cycle\u2019s recipients\u2014new winners are announced after the state financial aid deadline each year.\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Past Scholarship Winners<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

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Aiden Guerra<\/span><\/h4>\n

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Chemistry & Criminal Justice<\/span><\/p>\n

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Copper Mountain College<\/span><\/p>\n

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My name is Aiden Guerra, and I am an 18 year old military child. I graduated from Twentynine Palms High School. I will be pursuing a dual major of chemistry and Criminal Justice at Copper Mountain College.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Aiden Rodriguez<\/span><\/h4>\n

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Fire Technology<\/span><\/p>\n

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Mt. San Antonio College<\/span><\/p>\n

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My name is Aiden Rodriguez, an only child from Upland, California. I\u2019m attending Mount San Antonio College to prepare for a bachelor\u2019s in Fire Technology at CSU Los Angeles, planning to work as an EMT while gaining experience for paramedic training.<\/p>\n

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Amy Cuahuey<\/span><\/h4>\n

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English<\/span><\/p>\n

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Cal State University San Bernardino<\/span><\/p>\n

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My name is Amy Cuahuey and I am a first-generation college student. This money will go towards my education to help me pursue my career. My goal is to become an english teacher to help and educate students I will be pursuing an English major as CSUSB.<\/p>\n

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Amy Ramirez<\/span><\/h4>\n

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Riverside City College<\/span><\/p>\n

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Business Administration<\/span><\/p>\n

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My name is Amy Ramirez, and I attend to Riverside City College. I graduated from Arlington High School. I will be pursuing a business major as I am currently working on my associates degree, so I can transfer to a University to get a bachelor\u2019s degree.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Alexandra Isabella Puentes Rosales <\/span><\/h4>\n

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Criminology and Justice Studies<\/span><\/div>\n

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California State University Northridge <\/span><\/p>\n

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I’m Alexandra Puentes Rosales, a first-generation college student and Riverside Preparatory High School graduate. I’m Hispanic and currently studying criminology and justice studies at Cal State Northridge to pursue my goal of becoming a lawyer. As a first-year student, I’m exploring new opportunities and learning to navigate college life.<\/p>\n

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Anthony Garcia<\/span><\/h4>\n

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Biology<\/span><\/p>\n

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Riverside City College<\/span><\/p>\n

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My name is Anthony Garcia, and I am a first-generation college student graduating from Hillcrest High School. I plan to pursue a career in medicine to help save lives and will begin my journey by studying biology and completing my general education at RCC.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Ariana Guevara Rodriguez<\/span><\/h4>\n

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Pharmacology<\/span><\/p>\n

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University Santa Barbara<\/span><\/p>\n

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My name is Ariana Gabriela Guevara Rodriguez, and I am a first-generation college student. I graduated from Jurupa Hills High School class of 2024! I am exited to be attending California State University Santa Barbara in the fall as I study Pharmacology.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Brianna Machuca<\/span><\/h4>\n

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Nursing<\/span><\/p>\n

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My name is Brianna Machuca, and I\u2019m a senior at Rialto High School. As a first-generation college student, I plan to attend a four-year university and pursue a nursing major.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Diana Puente<\/span><\/h4>\n

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Nursing<\/span><\/p>\n

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Vanguard University<\/span><\/p>\n

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My name is Diana Puente, and I recently graduated from Cobalt Institute of Math and Science High School. As a proud Mexican-American, I\u2019ve been actively involved in academics, athletics, and volunteering. I will be attending Vanguard University, where I plan to major in nursing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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College of the Desert<\/span><\/p>\n

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My name is Esmeralda Olvera, and I am currently a senior at Indio High School. After graduation, I plan to attend COD and then transfer to San Jacinto to pursue a career as an ultrasound technician. I am passionate about helping my local community and am grateful for the support I\u2019ve received to achieve my goals for the future.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Esmeralda Perez Bravo<\/span><\/h4>\n

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School Counseling<\/span><\/p>\n

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Redlands University<\/span><\/p>\n

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Hello, my name is Esmeralda Perez, a resident from the Coachella Valley, currently a first year on the Masters program in education majoring in school counseling. The goal is to a future highschool counselor in the Coachella Valley. A fun fact about me is that I am bilingual in english & spanish.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Gary Romero<\/span><\/h4>\n

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Aerospace Engineering<\/span><\/p>\n

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UC Berkley<\/span><\/p>\n

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My name is Gary Romero, a senior at San Bernardino High School graduating on May 31st. As a first-generation college student, I\u2019ll pursue Aerospace Engineering at UC Berkeley in Fall 2024, inspired by my high school robotics experience.<\/p>\n

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Giovanni Guardado<\/span><\/h4>\n

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Chaffey Community College<\/span><\/p>\n

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I’m Giovanni Guardado, a first-gen American college student and Apple Valley High grad. I’m majoring in radiology and plan to become a Radiologic Technician. I’m a hardworking student, employed, and passionate about giving back to my community.<\/div>\n

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Hans Chundekad<\/span><\/h4>\n

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Computer Science with Business Applications<\/div>\n

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University of California, Riverside<\/span><\/p>\n

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I’m Hans Chundekad, a second-generation college student at UC Riverside and an Eleanor Roosevelt High graduate. I developed a strong interest in technology and business and now study Computer Science with Business Applications. I volunteer through campus clubs and design websites for local businesses. My goal is to break into big tech and help drive innovation in the industry.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n

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Johnny Bernard Cowart<\/span><\/h4>\n

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Business Management<\/span><\/p>\n

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Moreno Valley College<\/span><\/p>\n

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I’m Johnny Cowart, a first-year college student and Vista Del Lago High graduate from Moreno Valley. I was a multi-sport athlete in high school, competing in basketball, volleyball, cross country, and track, and made the playoffs my junior and senior years. Though I had offers to run collegiate track, I chose to focus on earning a business degree.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n

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Johnny Mojica<\/span><\/h4>\n

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Welding<\/span><\/p>\n

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Victor Valley College<\/span><\/p>\n

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My name is Johnny Mojica, and I recently graduated from Sultana High School. I have experience in the automotive industry and am ASE certified. I plan to expand my skills by learning welding at Victor Valley College.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Nathaly Velasco<\/span><\/h4>\n

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Nursing<\/span><\/p>\n

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Hi, I\u2019m Nathaly Velasco, and I\u2019m passionate about my cats, reading, and writing. I\u2019m majoring in Nutrition and Dietetics, aspiring to become a registered dietitian.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Osvaldo Gonzalez<\/span><\/h4>\n

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Design Studies<\/span><\/p>\n

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Cal State University San Bernardino<\/span><\/p>\n

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My name is Osvaldo Gonzalez, and I am a first generation college student who graduated from Pacific High School. I will be pursuing a Design Studies degree from California State University, San Bernardino.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Rachael Covarrubias<\/span><\/h4>\n

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Animation<\/span><\/p>\n

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Rio Hondo Community College<\/span><\/p>\n

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My name is Rachael Covarrubias and I just graduated from Montclair High School. I have always had a love for art and I am very excited to pursue my dream career as becoming an animator. I will be starting the process of getting my Associates Degree at Rio Hondo in the fall.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Sebastian Morales<\/span><\/h4>\n

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Business-Finance<\/span><\/p>\n

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Riverside City College<\/span><\/p>\n

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My name is Sebastian Morales, and I am a first-generation student. I am in multiple clubs at school and I maintain a job outside of school while holding down decent grades. I will be going to Riverside City College to study Business-Finance and hopefully transfer to a UC after a year or two.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Yaniz Aparicio<\/span><\/h4>\n

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Biology<\/span><\/p>\n

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San Francisco State University<\/span><\/p>\n

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My name is Yaniz Aparicio, a proud Latina from the Inland Empire and a graduate of Cobalt Institute of Math and Science. I will pursue a biology major at San Francisco State University, aiming to become a nurse and give back to my community, inspired by my love for science and the support of my family and friends.<\/p>\n

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Ying Yu<\/span><\/h4>\n

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Business<\/span><\/p>\n

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Victory Valley College<\/span><\/p>\n

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My name is Ying Yu, and I am a first-generation immigrant and college student who graduated from Apple Valley High School. I\u2019m passionate about community service, having organized a clothing drive and Christmas care packages for the homeless with friends. I am currently completing my general education at Victor Valley College and will transfer to UC Riverside to pursue a degree in Business.<\/p>\n

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Yalaila Marmolejo<\/span><\/h4>\n

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Nursing<\/span><\/p>\n

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Ontario High School<\/span><\/p>\n

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My name is Rodrigo Morales and I am a first-generation college student. I will graduate from San Bernardino High School and will be pursuing a electrical engineering major at University Of California, Riverside<\/p>\n

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Take Your First Step Toward the Cash for College Scholarship<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

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The best way to start your scholarship and financial aid journey? Attend a Cash for College workshop. These free events\u2014open to students and families\u2014are designed to make the financial aid process simple and stress-free. With guidance from trained advisors, you\u2019ll get hands-on help completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act Application (CADAA), discover available grants and scholarships, and leave with a clear plan for what comes next.<\/p>\n

For students, it\u2019s the first step toward qualifying for the IE Cash for College Scholarship and taking control of the college journey. For parents and educators, it\u2019s a chance to ensure young people receive the guidance and confidence they need to access money for college and see just how possible higher education can be.<\/p>\n

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Other Scholarship Opportunities<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

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Learn about opportunities available to high seniors and college students.<\/span><\/p>\n

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