Each year, the Cardinal Club awards a $1,500 athletic scholarship to one participant in girls’ sports and one participant in boys’ sports at Santa Cruz High School. These scholarships recognize graduating seniors who excel both in sports and academics while demonstrating leadership and making a positive impact on their teams.


2026 Cardinal Club Athletic Scholarship Application Form

Application deadline

Applications are due by Thursday, April 30, 2026, 5:00pm. Use the link above to submit an application online. Recipients will be notified before graduation. Please email treasurer@schscardinalclub.org with any questions about the application form or process.

Eligibility requirements

  • Must be a graduating senior who participated in varsity athletics at Santa Cruz High School
  • Must have a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average (copy of transcript required)
  • Must plan to enroll full-time at a university, college, or trade school in the upcoming academic year

Who we’re looking for

We seek student athletes who represent the Cardinal spirit by:

  • Demonstrating dedication and commitment to their sport
  • Showing leadership and sportsmanship both on and off the field
  • Supporting teammates and fostering team unity
  • Representing Santa Cruz High School with pride and integrity