Deadline: 04/15/2026
Unless otherwise specified, applications must be turned in to Mr. Sean Haynes in the Counseling Office or submitted online.
The Sahuaro High Cougar Foundation administers a number of financial aid scholarships and grants to Sahuaro Students. For the programs assisting classroom initiatives, campus improvements and other aid to faculty and staff, visit the Faculty and Staff aid page.
Cougar Foundation Red and Blue Scholarship (3.5+ GPA)
Provides three $1200 scholarships to deserving Sahuaro seniors to be used for post-high school education. Click here to apply »
Cougar Foundation Senior Scholarship (2.5 – 3.49 GPA)
Provides one $1200 scholarship, for a deserving Sahuaro senior to be used for post-high school education. Click here to apply »
The Dr. & Mrs. Mark R. Cavanaugh $5000 Pre-med Athlete Scholarship
Awarded to a senior planning to enroll in college with a pre-med focus. Click here to apply »
Cougar Pride $2500 Scholarship (2 available)
Awarded to seniors who plan to enroll in college and who have participated in one or more sports representing Sahuaro. Consideration will also be given to applicants who have overcome hardships in order to achieve academic and athletic success. Click here to apply »
The Russell Public Scholarship
A $1,000 scholarship awarded to selected applicants pursuing a 4-year degree in political science, public administration, communications or journalism. Click here for more information »
David Ashcraft Artist-Scholar Award
Awarded to a recipient who should demonstrate involvement in extra-curricular activities and community service. Click here for more information »
The Chuck Adams and Ann Grose Memorial Scholarship
Awarded to a recipient who demonstrate student leadership participation/skills and are pursuing a 4-year degree. Click here to apply »
Dick McConnell Memorial Scholarship
Awarded to a deserving Sahuaro senior in the amount of $774 dollars, in honor of Coach McConnell’s career wins. Click here to apply »
Diane Small Perseverance Scholarship
A $1000 scholarship awarded to a deserving Sahuaro Senior who was raised in a single-parent household for at least a portion of their childhood. Click here to apply »
Caleb Salazar Scholarship
A $1000 scholarship open to student-athletes who are involved in their community and planning on enrolling in higher education or a trade school. Click here to apply »
THE VILAS FAMILY $5,000 TRACK AND FIELD OR CROSS-COUNTRY SCHOLARSHIP
The Vilas Scholarship will be a one-time, non-renewable amount of $5,000. Click here to apply »
College Application Fee Assistance
Financial aid is now offered to students who need help in paying for the rising costs associated with post high school education applications. Students must see their academic counselor or the Career and Technical Counselor to complete the required form. Click here to apply »