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UCON Scholarship Awards Program

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Funding Amount

Up to $70,000 total distributed annually

Deadline

May 31, 2026

53 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

UCON Scholarship Awards Program

Geographic Scope: California

Focus Areas: Higher education and training in construction-related fields

Overview:
Since 1994, United Contractors has been dedicated to assisting member and industry-affiliated students with the rising costs of higher education and training. The Scholarship Awards Program supports educational advancement through annual scholarship awards.

Eligibility:

  • UCON Member Affiliates: Employees, spouses, registered domestic partners, and dependents of UCON members are eligible to apply under any major or school

  • Non-Member Students: California college students (with no relation to UCON) who major in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

    • Award History:

  • 2025: $70,000 awarded to 15 students

  • 2024: $48,000 awarded to 13 students

  • 2023: $60,000 awarded to 16 students (record amount)

  • 2023 Fall: $12,000 distributed

    • Contact:

  • Name: Denise Ramirez

  • Email: dramirez@unitedcontractors.org

  • Phone: (925) 362-7308

    • Background: The Scholarship Committee oversees the awards process, reviews and selects recipients, and implements fundraising efforts through UCON events (including the annual Throw Down Cornhole tournament and annual sponsorships).

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    Deadline: Applications typically open in January and remain open for several weeks (exact dates vary by year)

    Required Information:

  • Contact information

  • Academic background

  • Intended major/field of study

  • UCON member affiliation status (if applicable)

  • Proof of enrollment or acceptance to California college (for non-member students)

    • Submission Method: Online application portal through UCON website

    Contact for Details:
    Denise Ramirez

  • Email: dramirez@unitedcontractors.org

  • Phone: (925) 362-7308

  • To be added to mailing list, contact Denise Ramirez

    • Note: Specific narrative questions and detailed application requirements are not provided in the available content. Applicants should contact Denise Ramirez for complete application details.

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