Scholarship for high school students

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southern California in partnership with the McDonald's Operators' Association of Southern California, will award $304,000 in scholarships through four programs to eligible graduating high school seniors who reside and attend school in Southern California's five-county area and demonstrate academic achievement, leadership skills and community involvement.

The RMHC scholarship programs are awarding $304,000 in scholarships at $2,000 each to eligible students.

The money awarded may be applied toward tuition, fees, room and board and/or other approved expenses.

The application deadline is March 13 for all four scholarship programs.

Applications for Southern California's RMHC scholarships are available through high school counselor offices and career centers throughout Southern California. Additionally, students can download applications at www.mcdonaldssocal.com or request an application via e-mail at McDonalds@porternovelli.com.