SDIAS SCHOLARSHIPS - ABOUT

One of the core missions of SDIAS is to support deserving college-age adults in their educational objectives through the Mahatma Gandhi Scholarships. It’s comprised of three distinct awards.

1. College-Bound Scholarship

Gandhi emphasized seeking truth, showing compassion towards one another, and following a path of non-violence to settle the political, social, and national conflict. Prospective candidates will submit an essay about the influence and impact of non-violent conflict resolution in society and or in their personal lives. Fifteen scholarships worth $1,000 each are awarded to the students with the most compelling essays.

2. AVID Scholarship

$8,000 scholarship paid directly to the college or university.

3. Community College Scholarship

Community college students in San Diego County who are enrolled in career technical programs leading to employment are eligible for a scholarship after submitting an application and interviewing with the scholarship selection committee. Students with a demonstrated financial need and those who are the first generation to attend college are given a preference. The application also requires an essay on the importance of peace and non-violence in our community and world. Twenty scholarships for $1,000 are awarded to qualified students.

Distinguished Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Lecturers