Surprise, Arizona · Maricopa County

Scholarships for students in Surprise, Arizona

Surprise is one of Arizona's fastest-growing cities, with scholarship opportunities from two large school districts (Dysart and Peoria Unified), West Valley foundations, and the full Maricopa County scholarship ecosystem.

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Surprise students are served by Dysart Unified School District and parts of Peoria Unified — both run scholarship programs; ask your counselor for each district's list. The West Valley's growth corridor means newer employer foundation programs from healthcare and logistics sectors are expanding locally. Glendale Community College and Estrella Mountain CC are within easy reach, with foundation scholarships for enrolled students. Arizona State University's West Valley campus makes the flagship school accessible without the commute. All statewide programs — Arizona Promise, Prop 308, Earn to Learn, and Flinn Scholars — are equally available to Surprise students.

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Estrella Mountain Community College

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