Other Scholarships

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Information regarding scholarships for the 2010-2011 academic year will be posted on our website shortly. Check back regularly for updates. The following scholarships require their own scholarship application. Deadlines vary.

CSU/Edison Transfer Scholarship

Scholarships will be awarded to community college students who transfer to one of five CSU institutions (Fullerton, San Bernardino, Dominguez Hills, Los Angeles, and Channel Islands). Scholarship recipients must be studying one of the following fields: mathematics, physics, chemistry, engineering (electrical, computer, chemical or mechanical), materials science or computer science/information systems. A separate application is required and is available in the Financial Aid Office. You may also download the application.

Anne Peters Memorial Scholarships

One to three scholarships for a total of $700-$1,000 are awarded every spring semester. Must be a sociology major or minor, Labor Studies student, or Interdisciplinary Studies major. Applications will be available the 5th week of the spring semester in the Sociology Department, SBS B-334. Contact Alan Ryave at (310) 243-3430 regarding the application deadline.

Doctoral Incentive Forgivable Loan Program

Provides forgivable loans up to $10,000 per year for three years to underrepresented students in doctoral programs. The loans are forgiven at the rate of 20 percent per year if the recipient returns to teach in the CSU system. The student must have a CSUDH faculty sponsor and a strong endorsement from the department of the student's proposed field of study. Applicants must present academic records and GRE scores that qualify them for doctoral programs. Applications are available in November. Call the Graduate Studies Office (WH 445) at (310) 243-3693 for application and campus deadline information.

Dr. Lois W. Chi - Emeritus Faculty Association Science Scholarship

Scholarships of $1,000 to $2,000 are awarded annually to allow registered undergraduate students to continue studies majoring in biology, chemistry or in a related field in the natural sciences. Applicants are to have a GPA of 3.0 or better and have a need for financial assistance. The scholarship committee may consider applications from graduate students only if well-qualified undergraduates fail to apply. Students who apply must submit a copy of their University Scholarship Application including all attachments (transcripts and two letters of recommendation preferably from prior teachers) and a brief narrative statement detailing professional goals, academic achievements, financial need, and other information the applicant would like to provide. Documents are to be submitted by mail or personal delivery to the Office of the President of CSUDH, attention Emeritus Faculty Association Chi Scholarship Committee, 1000 E. Victoria St., Carson, CA, 90747. The deadline to apply is March 30, 2009. Awards will be announced by the end of the spring semester and funds released at the beginning of the following fall and spring semesters.

Ebell of Los Angeles Scholarship

Multiple awards are usually made for $2,000. Must be a resident of Los Angeles, U.S. Citizen and a registered voter. A minimum 3.25 GPA is required. Applicants must be enrolled as a full-time sophomore, junior or senior. Students may make copies of the scholarship application available in the Financial Aid Office. The application submission period begins on January 1, 2009. The deadline to apply is March 30, 2009.

Graduate Equity Fellowships

Financial support based on eligibility of need for educationally and economically disadvantaged CSUDH students with strong academic records. Students must be accepted to the graduate program, have a faculty sponsor, and commit to a research project. All graduate equity fellows are expected to participate in the Celebration of Research event in the spring semester. Applications for the following academic year are available in March and in October for the spring semester only. An award of up to $4,000 per academic year may be renewed up to two years. Call the Graduate Studies Office (WH 445) at (310) 243-3693 for application and deadline information.

Jack Kilfoil Scholarship

One to three scholarships awarded for between $350-1,500 to an undergraduate majoring in history. Contact Dr. Ericka Verba at (310) 243-3328 after December 2008. Deadline in Spring 2009.

Jamina O. Barnes Memorial Scholarship

The CSUDH Alumni Association created the Jamina O. Barnes Memorial Scholarship, in memory of the former director of Alumni Relations. Applicants must be a full-time undergraduate (12 units) or graduate (8 units) student. Applicants must have earned at least 12 undergraduate units or 8 Graduate units at CSUDH with a minimum 3.0 CSUDH GAP. Students must be enrolled full time during the spring 2009 semester to apply for the scholarship and must be enrolled full time during the fall 2009 semester to receive the award. Minimum scholarship amount is $500. Application available in the Financial Aid Office during the spring semester.

Jubilee Choir Scholarship

This scholarship, contributed to the University by the CSU Dominguez Hills Jubilee Choir, is awarded annually to a student who is a full-time music major with a specialty in voice. To obtain an application and deadline information, contact Hansonia Caldwell at (310) 243-2463.

Leo F. and Margaret B. Cain - Emeritus Faculty Association Scholarship

A scholarship for $1,000 - $2,500 is awarded annually. Outstanding undergraduate students may apply but preference will be given to graduate students. To apply for this scholarship, students must submit a copy of their University Scholarship Application including all the attachments (transcript and two letters of recommendation). Applicants should attach a narrative statement to their scholarship application that demonstrates excellent academic performance and career commitments to teaching or academic research, educational administration, or other types of public service. All documents are to be submitted to the CSUDH Emeritus Faculty Association, Office of the President, Cain Scholarship Committee, 1000 E. Victoria St., Carson, CA 90747. The applicant's financial need and other scholarships received will be considered as part of the selection process. The deadline to apply is March 30, 2009. Awards will be announced by the end of the spring semester.

Miriam Matthews African American Visions Scholarship

Two $1,000 scholarships are awarded each year (one to a re-entry female and one to a male). Students must be of junior and senior academic status and must demonstrate scholastic excellence, financial need&, and outstanding service to CSU Dominguez Hills and the local community. A minimum 2.7 GPA is required. Application available during the spring semester in the Financial Aid Office.

Music Scholarships

A variety of scholarship opportunities are available to students pursuing a degree in music. Contact the Music Department (LCH E-303) at (310) 243-3543 for applications and deadline information. A detailed description of each music scholarship may be found in the CSUDH University Catalog.

Nursing Scholarships

A variety of scholarship opportunities are available to students in the Division of Nursing. For additional information contact Angela Albright at (310) 243-2047. A detailed description of the nursing scholarships may be found in the CSUDH University Catalog.

SIGMA PI Robert Hashimoto Memorial Scholarship

Scholarship award amounts may range from $500 to $700. This scholarship is awarded to a student or students who have shown leadership on campus and within the community. The scholarship may be applied to tuition and school fees. Applicants must be currently enrolled at CSUDH and in good academic standing. To apply, students must submit the Robert Hashimoto Scholarship application, official academic transcripts, and one letter of recommendation. For an application, please contact Dave Parikh at (714) 846-1833 or via email at dave@dhsigmapi.com Applications must be postmarked by April 7th of each year and received by April 13th of each year.

TELACU Scholarship

Annual scholarships awarded with amounts that range from $500 to $2,250. Two types of scholarships are available: continuing scholarships and one-year scholarships. To be eligible, applicants must permanently reside in unincorporated East Los Angeles, Bell Gardens, Commerce, Huntington Park, Montebello, Monterey Park, South Gate or City of Los Angeles. Applicants must be a first-generation college student, be from a low-income family, a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, and have a minimum 2.5 GPA. Applicants must also demonstrate outstanding academic potential; genuine commitment to the community; and a need for financial and academic support in order to successfully complete a postsecondary program. Please click here to download the application. The deadline has been extended to Friday, May 1, 2009.

USDA* Scholarship

Full tuition, a laptop computer, text book stipend and an opportunity for Graduate Fellowships. Applicant must be US citizens or permanent residents of the United States have an overall GPA of 2.75 at high school or during two years of college. Download the application online or if you need more information about the program and the required qualifications please call Dr. Hamid Pourmohammadi at (310)243-2717 or via e-mail at hamid@csudh.edu. Deadline is February 20, 2009.
*This Program is funded by the US Department of Agriculture for $250,000 over 5 years.

Army Reserve Officer Training Corps Scholarship

Over $8,000/annual (up to four years) scholarships for qualified students. Must be medically qualified, 2.5 GPA, and attending college (CSU DH or community college in the Los Angeles area). Must maintain 12 units each semester. Participation includes leadership and summer training, and a commission as a Second Lieutenant in the U.S. Army, Army Reserve, or Army National Guard upon graduation. For further information, contact Major Steve Denison at (310)243-3017 or sdenison@csudh.edu. We are located at the Small College Campus building 13 (Room 1312).

For an application and additional information on the following scholarships available please visit the College of Education website at

http://www.csudh.edu/soe/scholarships/scholarship.htm

Laura E. Settle Scholarship

$2,000 to a student in the teacher credential program who has average to high scholastic standing, exemplary character and citizenship, and financial need.

California Retired Teachers, Los Angeles Division 12

Up to $1,500 to a student teacher with a 3.0 GPA or above, exemplary character and citizenship, and financial need.

California Retired Teachers, South Bay Division 46

Up to $1,500 to a student enrolled in student teaching or fieldwork with a 3.0 GPA or above, exemplary character and citizenship, and financial need.

Suzanne Gemmell Student Teacher Scholarship

$500 to a student teacher with an average to high academic standing and financial need.

Paul Kaufman Memorial Scholarship

$500 to a student teacher with a 3.0 GPA or above, exemplary character and citizenship, and financial need.

Delta Kappa Gamma Society Internationa, ETA Chapter

$700 to a female student teacher with a 3.3 GPA or above and proof of financial need.

Joette Lavarini Memorial Scholarship

$500 to an elementary student teacher with high academic standing, exemplary character and citizenship, and financial need.

Robert DeVries Memorial Scholarship

$500 to a student entering teaching as a second career with an exemplary character and citizenship and average to high academic standing.

Dominguez Brand Scholarship (Carson Companies)

$3,000 to a Liberal Studies Major with a 3.5 GPA or above and demonstrate financial need.

Naomi Byers Scholarship

Amounts vary up to $1500 to a student enrolled in the Teacher Education Division. Student teaching at LAUSD secondary school. Preparing for senior subject teaching credential in Mathematics, Life Sciences, or Physical Science.

Miguel Gallegos Memorial Scholarship

Amount varies up to $1000 to a student enrolled in a Teacher Education Program working toward a bilingual (Spanish/English) certification 3.5 or above GPA and demonstrate financial need.

James E. Williams Memorial Scholarship

$500 to a Junior or Senior CSU student enrolled in a pre-teaching program. Applicant plans to teach at an inner city or economically challenged school. Commit to first year of teaching in an inner city school. 3.0 GPA and demonstrate financial need.

Maureen P. McCarthey Scholarship

High school seniors who will enroll full time at CSU Dominguez Hills for the fall semester with a 2.8 or above GPA. Scholarships will be awarded based upon academic achievement, participation in school, community activities and demonstrate financial need.

Martin Hare Memorial Scholarship

$500 - $750 to a full- time CSU student enrolled in a College of Education Teacher Education Division Student Teaching Option, prerequisite phase,, entering phase I of student teaching with a 3.0 GPA or above.

Doris M. Okada Scholarship

Dean's Circle Scholarship

$1000 to a fulltime CSU student enrolled in a College of Education teaching program, Teacher/Graduate Education Division with a 3.5 or above GPA.