Virginia Viado Memorial Scholarship
Virginia Viado Memorial Scholarship
The Virginia Viado Memorial Scholarship provides $1,000 to undergraduate and graduate students in professional planning programs at California universities, specifically for those entering their final year.
May 31, 2026
54 days left
$1,000
Award amount
3
Requirements
Who can apply
- Must be entering final year of an undergraduate or master's degree in a professional planning program at a California university
- Must submit a personal statement and an essay
Always verify the full eligibility rules on the official source before you apply.
Quick facts
Status
upcoming
Study levels
graduate_student
Eligible institutions
American Planning Association-California Chapter
Payout method
Not stated on the listing
Before you apply
AI guidanceThings to double-check on the official page.
Important checks
- Verify eligibility based on your degree program and year
- Check if your university is recognized by the American Planning Association-California Chapter
Missing or unclear on the listing
- Payout method details are not stated
- No information on how winners are notified
Next steps
AI guidanceA short checklist so you know what to do after reading the listing.
- Confirm every eligibility rule on the official program page.
- Prepare the listed materials (2 document type(s) detected in the catalog).
- Add the deadline to your calendar and submit before it passes.
- Apply through the official site linked above.
Application tips
AI guidanceListing-specific ideas from our AI layer — not official rules. Skip anything that does not match the program page.
- Start drafting your personal statement and essay early
- Focus on your commitment to the planning profession in California
Key requirements (3)
Program rules and conditions. Uploads and file types are listed under Required documents.
- This program is open to students entering their final year for an undergraduate or master's degree in a professional planning program at a university in California.
- Applicants must submit 1) a 500-word personal statement explaining why planning is important to them, their potential contribution to the profession of planning in California, and how this scholarship would help them to complete their degree;….
- Selection is based on academic performance, commitment to serve the planning profession in California, and financial need.
Required documents
Materials you may need to upload or submit; check the official application for the final list.
- Essay or written statement
- Financial documentation (if required)
Applying
Applicants must submit a personal statement and an essay on planning challenges in California.
Award & payment
Amount: $1,000
Payout: Not stated on the listing
About the provider
Overview
This scholarship offers $1,000 to students entering their final year in professional planning programs at California universities.
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Sponsor & application
Information last verified Apr 2, 2026.
Always confirm deadlines, requirements, and application details on the official page before you apply.