A wide variety of CSU Systemwide scholarships offered by generous donors are available for California State University students. Some of the available scholarships rotate between campuses. Additional information about CSU Systemwide Scholarships is available via the CSU Foundation Website.
Academic Year | 2024-2025 |
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Scholarship Name | CSU Trustees' Award for Outstanding Achievement |
Description | The CSU Trustees’ Awards recognize students who have overcome adversity, demonstrated financial need, and have attributes of merit, including superior academic performance, significant personal achievements, and exemplary community service. Contributions from CSU Trustees and private donors increase the value and number of available awards. Special named scholarships are awarded by the selection committee based on criteria such as studying in the STEM or education fields, veterans, and exemplary community service. |
Amount | $7,000 - $18,000 |
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Application Process |
Students must submit the following completed documents in one email to [email protected]. In the email subject type: [Student Last Name, Student First Name] - Scholarship Name |
Deadline | April 12, 2024 @ 5pm PST |
Current Application Status | Open |
Academic Year | 2024-2025 |
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Scholarship Name | Dale M. Schoettler Scholarship for Visually Impaired Students |
Description | The Dale M. Schoettler Scholarship for Visually Impaired Students was established in 1991 by Mr. Schoettler, who was a successful businessman from Mountain View, California and blind the last eight years of his life. |
Amount | $10,000 |
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Application Process |
Students must submit the following completed documents in one email to [email protected]. In the email subject type: [Student Last Name, Student First Name] - Scholarship Name
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Deadline | April 12, 2024 @ 5pm PST |
Current Application Status | Open |
Academic Year | 2024-2025 |
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Scholarship Name | Glenn and Dorothy Dumke Fellowship |
Description | The Glenn and Dorothy Dumke Fellowship was established in memory of Dr. Glenn S. Dumke, Chancellor of the California State University from 1962 to 1982. Chancellor Dumke was born in Green Bay, Wisconsin in 1917. He received his B.A. and M.A. degrees at Occidental College and his Ph.D. at UCLA. The purpose of this fellowship is to encourage student scholars to engage in graduate work in fields such as public policy, American history, economics, archival management and government. Preference will be given to projects that involve research about the State of California. The selected scholar is expected to pursue research projects within special CSU library/archival collections. |
Amount | $1,600 |
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Application Process |
Students must submit the following completed documents in one email to [email protected]. In the email subject type: [Student Last Name, Student First Name] - Scholarship Name |
Deadline | April 12, 2024 @ 5pm PST |
Current Application Status | Open |
Academic Year | 2024-2025 |
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Scholarship Name | Howard C. Christiansen Endowed Scholarship |
Description |
This scholarship is for undergraduate or graduate students studying any major in engineering. If selected as a final nominee, the CSU Foundation will request two letters of recommendation from individuals such as teachers/professors, counselors or community leaders who can attest to the candidate’s meritorious performance and personal strengths and assess the nominee’s potential for success. One letter of reference must be from an academic instructor. |
Amount | $5,000 |
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Application Process |
Students must submit the following completed documents in one email to [email protected]. In the email subject type: [Student Last Name, Student First Name] - Scholarship Name |
Application Deadline | April 12, 2024 @ 5pm PST |
Current Application Status | Open |
Academic Year | 2024-2025 |
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Scholarship Name | Nathaniel R. and Valerie Dumont Scholarship |
Description |
The Nathaniel R. and Valerie Dumont Scholarship was established through a bequest in 1993 to assist students with financial needs, especially those with visual or physical impairments |
Amount | $5,000 |
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Application Process |
Students must submit the following completed documents in one email to [email protected]. In the email subject type: [Student Last Name, Student First Name] - Scholarship Name
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Deadline | April 12, 2024 @ 5pm PST |
Current Application Status | Open |
Academic Year | 2024-2025 |
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Scholarship Name | Richard K. Leffingwell Scholarship |
Description |
After graduating with a bachelor’s of science degree from CSU Northridge, and serving as an officer in the US Army, Richard Leffingwell joined the CSU’s Chancellor’s Office as a member of the trustees’ audit staff. This scholarship reflects his admiration for the university’s commitment to provide opportunities to foster the next generation of students who wish to be instrumental in serving the public. |
Amount | $3,500 |
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Application Process |
Students must submit the following completed documents in one email to [email protected]. In the email subject type: [Student Last Name, Student First Name] - Scholarship Name |
Deadline | April 12, 2024 @ 5pm PST |
Current Application Status | Open |
Academic Year | 2024-2025 |
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Scholarship Name | Wilson C. Riles Education Scholarship |
Description |
Working his way through public instruction, Wilson C. Riles began his career in 1940 as a teacher and administrator in Arizona public schools and later became the first elected African American state superintendent of schools in the United States. This scholarship program was established in 2003 to recognize Superintendent Riles’ deep commitment to education through support of students enrolled in California State University teacher credential programs, with preference given to first generation college students. |
Amount | $2,500 |
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Application Process |
Students must submit the following completed documents in one email to [email protected]. In the email subject type: [Student Last Name, Student First Name] - Scholarship Name |
Deadline | April 12, 2024 @ 5pm PST |
Current Application Status | Open |
Academic Year | 2024-2025 |
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Scholarship Name | Jim Sanders Media and Leadership Scholarship |
Description |
Jim Sanders was a news director at television stations in Sacramento, San Diego, and San Francisco and in Columbus, Ohio. He was renowned for his integrity, encouraging mentorship, and positive attitude. This scholarship honors and supports the leaders of today and tomorrow in journalism, media or communications. The media industry is changing and, as the gatekeepers of information, these industries need intelligent, creative leaders and risk-takers with a sense of humor and a willingness to challenge the status quo. |
Amount | $2,500 |
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Application Process |
Students must submit the following completed documents in one email to [email protected]. In the email subject type: [Student Last Name, Student First Name] - Scholarship Name
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Deadline | April 12, 2024 @ 5pm PST |
Current Application Status | Open |
Academic Year | 2024-2025 |
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Scholarship Name | Robert D. & Dorothy W. Talty Endowed Scholarship |
Description |
In 2012, the Robert and Dorothy Family Trust established an endowment to provide funds for scholarships for CSU students majoring in engineering, physics, chemistry, biology and computer sciences. |
Amount | $7,000 |
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Application Process |
Students must submit the following completed documents in one email to [email protected]. In the email subject type: [Student Last Name, Student First Name] - Scholarship Name |
Deadline | April 12, 2024 @ 5pm PST |
Current Application Status | Open |
Academic Year | 2024-2025 |
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Scholarship Name | Real Estate Scholarship and Internship Grant |
Description |
The scholarships and internship grants are funded by the State of California Department of Real Estate through an endowment with the California State University Real Estate and Land Use Institute. It is open to all majors with an interest in a career in real estate. Under the internship option, students may receive an award for an unpaid internship in which they are participating. |
Amount | $500-$2,000 |
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Application Process |
Students must submit the following completed documents in one email to [email protected]. In the email subject type: [Student Last Name, Student First Name] - Scholarship Name |
Deadline | April 12, 2024 @ 5pm PST |
Current Application Status | Open |
Academic Year | 2024-2025 |
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Scholarship Name | Robert M. O'dell Endowed Scholarship in Public Administration |
Description |
The California Society of Municipal Finance Officers (CSMFO) established the Robert M. O’Dell endowed scholarship fund in April 1987 to honor the former city treasurer of Los Angeles. The scholarships are awarded on an alternating basis between northern and southern geographic regions of California to the 17 campuses offering degree programs in public administration. |
Amount | $2,500 |
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Application Process |
Students must submit the following completed documents in one email to [email protected]. In the email subject type: [Student Last Name, Student First Name] - Scholarship Name |
Deadline | April 12, 2024 @ 5pm PST |
Current Application Status | Open |