Financial Information

The CSU makes every effort to keep student costs to a minimum. Tuition and fees listed in published schedules or student accounts may need to be increased when public funding is inadequate. Therefore, CSU reserves the right, even after tuition or fees are initially charged or initial payments are made, to increase or modify any listed tuition or fees. All listed fees, other than mandatory systemwide tuition, are subject to change without notice, until the date when instruction for a particular semester or quarter has begun. All CSU-listed tuition and fees should be regarded as estimates that are subject to change upon approval by the Board of Trustees, the chancellor or the presidents, as appropriate. Changes in mandatory systemwide tuition will be made in accordance with the requirements of the Working Families Student Fee Transparency and Accountability Act (Sections 66028 through 66028.6 of the California Education Code).

Fees

Cash, checks and ATM debit cards will be accepted at Student Financial Services. Electronic checks, VISA, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express will be accepted through a third party vendor.  There is no fee for electronic checks. A service fee will be assessed for credit card payments. The application fee, identification card fee, enrollment deposit, SOAR fees, housing nonrefundable prepayment, and late registration fees are nonrefundable.

The following reflects applicable systemwide tuition and fees for both semester and quarter campuses. These rates are subject to change.

All Students
Application fee (nonrefundable), payable online at the time of application via credit card or PayPal: $70.00
Basic Tuition 2023/24 Semester Rate
Undergraduate Tuition
6.1 or more units
$2,871.00
0-6 units
$1,665.00
Credential Program Tuition
6.1 or more units
$3,330.00
0-6 units
$1,932.00
Graduate/Post Baccalaureate
6.1 or more units
$3,588.00
0-6 units
$2,082.00
Doctorate Tuition^
Education
$5,919.00
Nursing Practice
$7,635.00
Graduate Business Professional Fee* $270.00
^

Applicable term tuition applies for campuses with special terms, as determined by the campus. Total college year tuition cannot exceed the academic year plus summer term tuition. The summer term tuition for the education doctorate at quarter campuses is equal to the per semester tuition listed in the table. Total tuition for the education doctorate over the college year equals the per academic year tuition plus the per semester tuition for the summer term at all CSU campuses.

*

The graduate business professional fee is paid on a per unit basis in addition to basic tuition and campus fees for specific campus graduate business programs authorized to assess the fee. A list of academic programs authorized to assess the fee can be found at https://www.calstate.edu/attend/paying-for-college/csu-costs/tuition-and-fees/Pages/basic-tuition-and-fees.aspx

Nonresident Students (U.S. and Foreign)

Nonresident tuition (in addition to basic tuition and other systemwide fees charged all students) for all campuses:

Nonresident Students (U.S. and Foreign) 396.00

The total nonresident tuition paid per term will be determined by the number of units taken.

Mandatory systemwide tuition is waived for those individuals who qualify for such exemption under the provisions of the California Education Code (see section on fee waivers).

Students are charged campus fees in addition to tuition and systemwide fees. Information on campus fees can be found by contacting the individual campus(es).

Credit Cards: Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover credit cards may be used for payment of student tuition and fees but may be subject to a non-refundable credit card processing fee.

Refund of Tuition and Mandatory Fees Including Nonresident Tuition

Regulations governing the refund of tuition and mandatory fees, including nonresident tuition, for students enrolling at the California State University (CSU) are included in Section 41802 of Title 5, California Code of Regulations. For purposes of the refund policy, mandatory fees are defined as those systemwide and campus fees that are required to be paid in order to enroll in state-supported academic programs at the CSU. Refunds of fees and tuition charges for self-support, special session and Professional and Continuing Education (PaCE) programs or courses at the CSU are governed by a separate policy established by the university, available at The College of Extended and Global Education.

In order to receive a full refund of tuition and mandatory fees, including nonresident tuition, less an administrative charge established by the university, a student must cancel registration or drop all courses prior to the first day of instruction for the term. Information on procedures and deadlines for canceling registration and dropping classes is available The Office of Student Financial Services.

For state-supported semesters, quarters and non-standard terms or courses of four weeks or more, a student who withdraws during the term in accordance with the university's established procedures or drops all courses prior to the university-designated drop period will receive a refund of tuition and mandatory fees, including nonresident tuition, based on the portion of the term during which the student was enrolled. No student withdrawing after the 60 percent point in the term will be entitled to a refund of any mandatory fees or nonresident tuition.

A student who, within the university designated drop period and in accordance with university procedures, drops units resulting in a lower tuition and/or mandatory fee obligation shall be entitled to a refund of applicable tuition and mandatory fees less an administrative charge established by the university.

For state-supported non-standard terms or courses of less than four weeks, no refunds of tuition and mandatory fees, including nonresident tuition, will be made unless a student cancels registration or drops all classes, in accordance with the university's established procedures and deadlines, prior to the first day of instruction for state-supported non-standard terms or courses or prior to the first meeting for courses of less than four weeks.

Students will also receive a refund of tuition and mandatory fees, including nonresident tuition, under the following circumstances:

  • The tuition and fees were assessed or collected in error;
  • The course for which the tuition and fees were assessed or collected was canceled by the university;
  • The university makes a delayed decision that the student was not eligible to enroll in the term for which tuition and mandatory fees were assessed and collected and the delayed decision was not due to incomplete or inaccurate information provided by the student; or
  • The student was activated for compulsory military service.

Students who are not entitled to a refund as described above may petition the university for a refund demonstrating exceptional circumstances and the chief financial officer of the university or designee may authorize a refund if they determine that the fees and tuition were not earned by the university.

Information concerning any aspect of the refund of fees may be obtained from Student Financial Services by calling (909) 537-5162.

Fees and Debts Owed to the University

Should a student or former student fail to pay a fee or a debt owed to the institution, including tuition and student charges, the institution may "withhold permission to register, to use facilities for which a fee is authorized to be charged, to receive services, materials, food or merchandise or any combination of the above from any person owing a debt" until the debt is paid (see Title 5, California Code of Regulations, Sections 42380 and 42381).

Prospective students who register for courses offered by the university are obligated for the payment of charges and fees associated with registration for those courses. Failure to cancel registration in any course for an academic term prior to the first day of the academic term gives rise to an obligation to pay student charges and fees including any tuition for the reservation of space in the course.

The institution may withhold permission to register or other services offered by the institution from anyone owing fees or another debt to the institution. The institution may also report the debt to a credit bureau, offset the amount due against any future state tax refunds due the student, refer the debt to an outside collection agency and/or charge the student actual and reasonable collection costs, including reasonable attorney fees if litigation is necessary, in collecting any amount not paid when due.

The institution may not withhold an official transcript of grades by the institution from anyone owing fees or another debt to the institution (see Title 1.6C.7 (commencing with Section 1788.90) Part 4 of Division 3 of the Civil Code). The institution can still charge a fee for the issuance of the transcript pursuant to their published transcript processing fees.

If a person believes he or she does not owe all or part of an asserted unpaid obligation, that person may contact Student Financial ServicesStudent Financial Services may refer the person, will review all pertinent information provided by the person and available to the campus and will advise the person of its conclusions.

Fee Waivers and Exemptions

The California Education Code provides for the waiver of mandatory systemwide tuition fees as summarized below:

Section 66025.3(a) - Dependent eligible to receive assistance under Article 2 of Chapter 4 of Division 4 of the Military and Veterans Code; child of any veteran of the United States military who has a service- connected disability, has been killed in service, or has died of a service-connected disability, and meets specified income provisions; dependent, or surviving spouse who has not remarried of any member of the California National Guard who, in the line of duty, and while in the active service of the state, was killed, died of a disability resulting from an event that occurred while in the active service of the state, or is permanently disabled as a result of an event that occurred while in the active service of the state; and any undergraduate student who is a recipient of a Medal of Honor, or undergraduate student who is a child of a recipient of a Medal of Honor who is no more than 27 years old, who meets the income restriction and California residency requirement.

Section 66025.3(b) -  Current or former foster youth who are 25 years of age or younger; has been in foster care for at least 12 consecutive months after reaching 10 years of age; meet any of the following:

  1. Is under a current foster care placement order by the juvenile court;
  2. Was under a foster care placement order by the juvenile court upon reaching 18 years of age;
  3. Was adopted, or entered guardianship, from foster care;
  4. Completes and submits the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA);
  5. Maintains a minimum grade point average and meets other conditions necessary to be in good standing at the university; and
  6. Meets the financial need requirements established for Cal Grant A awards under Chapter 1.7 (commencing with Section 69430) of Part 42.

The waiver of mandatory systemwide tuition and fees under this section applies only to a person who is determined to be a resident of California pursuant to Chapter 1 (commencing with Section 68000) of Part 41 of the California Education Code.

Section 66602 – A qualifying student from the California State University (CSU) who is appointed by the Governor to serve as Trustee of the California State University (CSU) for the duration of the student member's term of office.

Section 68120 – Surviving spouse or child of a deceased California resident who was employed by a public agency or was a contractor, or an employee of a contractor, performing services for a public agency, or was a firefighter employed by the federal government whose duty assignment involved the performance of firefighting services in this state. The deceased person's principal duties consisted of active law enforcement service or active fire suppression and prevention, and was killed in the performance of active law enforcement or active fire suppression and prevention duties (referred to as Alan Pattee Scholarships). Additionally, a person who qualifies for the waiver under this section as a surviving child of a contractor, or of an employee of a contractor, who performed services for a public agency, must be enrolled as an undergraduate student at the California State University and meet the applicable income restriction requirement with supporting documentation (i.e. student's income, including the value of parent support, does not exceed the maximum household income and asset level for an applicant for a Cal Grant B award).

Section 68120.3 - Surviving spouse (until January 1, 2033) or surviving child (until attaining the age of 30) of a deceased California resident who was a licensed physician or licensed nurse employed by or under contract with a health facility regulated and licensed by the State Department of Public Health to provide medical services, or a first responder employed to provide emergency services as described in Section 8562 of the Government Code. The deceased person's principal duties consisted of providing medical services or emergency services during the COVID-19 pandemic state of emergency (started March 4, 2020, until the Governor lifts the state of emergency), and the deceased person died of COVID-19 during the COVID-19 pandemic state of emergency. The person who qualifies for this waiver must enroll as an undergraduate student at a CSU, was a resident of California during the COVID-19 pandemic state of emergency, and the annual income (including the value of parent's support) does not exceed the maximum household income and asset level for an applicant for a Cal Grant A award, as set forth in Section 69432.7.

Section 68121 – A qualifying undergraduate student (until attaining the age of 30) who is the surviving dependent of any individual killed in the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City, the Pentagon building in Washington, D.C., or the crash of United Airlines Flight 93 in southwestern Pennsylvania, if the student meets the financial need requirements set forth in Government Code Section 69432.7 for the Cal Grant A Program and either the surviving dependent or the individual killed in the attacks was a resident of California on September 11, 2001.

Section 69000 – A California resident who has been exonerated, as that term is defined in Section 3007.05 of the Penal Code; completes and submits the FAFSA; and meets the financial need requirements established for Cal Grant A awards. The student's mandatory systemwide tuition and fees waived pursuant to this subdivision shall not have in excess of the equivalent of six years of full-time attendance in an undergraduate program.

Students who may qualify for the above benefits should contact the Admissions/Registrar's Office for further information and/or an eligibility determination.

The California Education Code provides for the following nonresident tuition exemptions as summarized below:

Section 68075 - A student who is a member of the Armed Forces of the United States stationed in this state, except a member of the Armed Forces assigned for educational purposes to a state-supported institution of higher education, is entitled to resident classification only for the purpose of determining the amount of tuition and fees. If that member of the Armed Forces of the United States who is in attendance at an institution is thereafter transferred on military orders to a place outside this state where the member continues to serve in the Armed Forces of the United States, the member shall not lose the member's resident classification so long as the member remains continuously enrolled at that institution.

Section 68075.7 – A nonresident student is exempt from paying nonresident tuition or any other fee that is exclusively applicable to nonresident students if the student:

  1. Resides in California;
  2. Meets the definition of "covered individual" as defined in Section 3679(c)(2) of Title 38 of the United States Code; or
  3. Is eligible for education benefits under the federal Montgomery GI Billl® Active Duty program (Chapter 30 (commencing with Section 3001) of Title 38 of the United States Code), the Veterans Readiness and Employment program (Chapter 31 (commencing with Section 3100) of Title 38 of the United States Code), the Post9/11 GI Billl® program (Chapter 33 (commencing with Section 3301) of Title 38 of the United States Code), or the Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance program (Chapter 35 (commencing with Section 3500) of Title 38 of the United States Code), as each read on January 5, 2022. 

Section 68122 – A student who is a victim of trafficking, domestic violence, and other serious crimes who has been granted a status under Section 1101(a)(15)(T)(i) or (ii), or Section 1101(a)(15)(U)(i) or (ii), of Title 8 of the United States Code shall be exempt from paying nonresident tuition to the same extent as individuals who are admitted to the United States as refugees under Section 1157 of Title 8 of the United States Code.

Section 68130.5 – A nonresident student, other than a person excluded from the term "immigrant" for purposes of the federal Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. Sec. 1101), pursuant to paragraph (15) of subsection (a) of Section 1101 of Title 8 of the United States Code, shall be exempt from paying nonresident tuition if the student meets the requirements of (1) through (4), below.

  1. Satisfaction of the requirements of either subparagraph (A) or subparagraph (B).
    1. A total attendance of, or attainment of credits earned while in California equivalent to, three or more years of full-time attendance or attainment of credits at any of the following:
      1. California high schools;
      2. California high schools established by the State Board of Education;
      3. California adult schools established by a county office of education, a unified school district or high school district, or the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (subject to the class hours' requirement);
      4. Campuses of the California Community Colleges (subject to the credit requirements); or
      5. A combination of those schools set forth in clauses (i) to (iv), inclusive.
    2. Three or more years of full-time high school coursework in California, and a total of three or more years of attendance in California elementary schools, California secondary schools, or a combination of both.
  2. Satisfaction of any of the following:
    1. Graduation from a California high school or attainment of the equivalent thereof;
    2. Attainment of an associate degree from a campus of the California Community Colleges; or 
    3. Fulfillment of the minimum transfer requirements established for the California State University for students transferring from a campus of the California Community College.
  3. Registration as an entering student at, or current enrollment at, an accredited institution of higher education in California not earlier than the fall semester or quarter of the 2001–02 academic year.
  4. In the case of a person without lawful immigration status, the filing of an affidavit with the institution of higher education stating that the student has filed an application to legalize the student's immigration status or will file an application as soon as the student is eligible to do so. 

Federal Refund Policy

Effective September 1, 2000, federal financial aid regulations are very strict concerning dropping classes after receiving Federal Grant Aid. Students are expected to complete a minimum number of units per term. By dropping all classes prior to the 60% mark of the term, students will owe a repayment based on a chart of percentages available in the Financial Aid Office. Once repayment has been calculated, students have 30 days to repay the funds.

Federal financial aid regulations also state that students may not pay a prior debt with future financial aid. This means that students must repay the amount due prior to receiving future financial aid. Before deciding to drop classes, students should meet with a Financial Aid Advisor in the Financial Aid Office in University Hall to make an appointment with a financial aid advisor. The advisor will calculate the expected repayment of federal grant funds and will explain options.

Additional Fee Information

Additional fee information may be found on the Student Financial Services website.

Parking and Transportation Services

(909) 537-5912; parking@csusb.edu
CSUSB Parking website

Parking and Transportation Services is located in University Hall Room 039. The office is open from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday.

All vehicles parked on campus must display a valid CSUSB permit. Students may purchase semester or annual permits online. Daily parking permits may be purchased from any of the parking permit machines located throughout the campus,

Drivers assume all risks when parking on campus. Neither the University nor the State of California is responsible for loss or damage to vehicles or to personal property within the vehicle when parked on campus.

Parking field staff will provide motorist assistance if you require a battery jump or lock your keys inside of your vehicle. You may phone for service at (909) 537-5165.

Alternative Transportation 

CSUSB encourages the use of sustainable modes of transportation by students, faculty, and staff.  Swipe your CoyoteOne card for free, unlimited rides on the OmniTrans and Sunline buses. Visit the transportation website for more information including vanpool, carpool, partner matching, incentives, and the Palm Desert Campus shuttle. 

Availability of Institutional and Financial Assistance Information

The following information concerning student financial assistance may be obtained from the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships, University Hall 150, (909) 537-5227.

  • A description of the federal, state, institutional, local, and private student financial assistance programs available to students who enroll at CSUSB;
  • For each aid program, a description of procedures and forms by which students apply for assistance, student eligibility requirements, criteria for selecting recipients from the group of eligible applicants, and criteria for determining the amount of a student's award;
  • A description of the rights and responsibilities of students receiving financial assistance, including federal Title IV student assistance programs, and criteria for continued student eligibility under each program;
  • The satisfactory academic progress standards that students must maintain for the purpose of receiving financial assistance and criteria by which a student who has failed to maintain satisfactory progress may reestablish eligibility for financial assistance;
  • The method by which financial assistance disbursements will be made to students and the frequency of those disbursements;
  • The way the school provides for Pell-eligible students to obtain or purchase required books and supplies by the seventh day of a payment period and how the student may opt out;
  • The terms of any loan received as part of the student's financial aid package, a sample loan repayment schedule, and the necessity for repaying loans;
  • The general conditions and terms applicable to any employment provided as part of the student's financial aid package;
  • The terms and conditions of the loans students receive under the Direct Loan Program;
  • The exit counseling information the school provides and collects for student borrowers; and 
  • Contact information for university offices available for disputes concerning federal, institutional and private loans. 

Information concerning the cost of attending CSUSB is available from Admissions & Student Recruitment, University Hall 107, (909) 537-5188, and includes:

  • Tuition and fees;
  • The estimated costs of books and supplies;
  • Estimates of typical student room, board, and transportation costs; and
  • If requested, additional costs for specific programs. 

Information concerning the refund policies of CSUSB for the return of unearned tuition and fees or other refundable portions of institutional charges is available fromStudent Financial Services, University Hall 034, (909) 537-5162.

Information concerning policies regarding the return of federal Title IV student assistance funds as required by regulation is available from Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships, University Hall 150, (909) 537-5227.

Information regarding special facilities and services available to students with disabilities may be obtained from Services to Students with Disabilities, University Hall 183, (909) 537-5238.

Information concerning CSUSB policies, procedures, and facilities for students and others to report criminal actions or other emergencies occurring on campus may be obtained from University Police, UP 101, (909) 537-5165.

Information concerning CSUSB annual university security report and annual fire safety report may be obtained from University Police, UP 101, (909) 537-5165.

Information concerning the prevention of drug and alcohol abuse and rehabilitation programs may be obtained from University Police, UP 101, (909) 537-5165.

Information regarding student retention and graduation rates at CSUSB and, if available, the number and percentage of students completing the program in which the student is enrolled or has expressed interest may be obtained from Student Affairs, Student Union 222, (909) 537-5185.

Information concerning athletic opportunities available to male and female students and the financial resources and personnel that CSUSB dedicates to its men's and women's teams may be obtained from the Athletics Department, Health & PE Complex 106, (909) 537-5011.

Information concerning teacher preparation programs at CSUSB, including the pass rate on teacher certification examinations, may be obtained from College of Education, College of Education 221, (909) 537-5600.

Information concerning grievance procedures for students who feel aggrieved in their relationships with the university, its policies, practices and procedures, or its faculty and staff may be obtained from University Ombuds Services, Pfau Library 268, (909) 537-5635.

Information concerning student activities that CSUSB provides, must be easily accessible on CSUSB's website.

Information concerning student body diversity at CSUSB, including the percentage of enrolled, full-time students who are (1) male, (2) female, (3) Pell Grant recipients, and (4) self-identified members of a specific racial or ethnic group, must be obtained from Strategic Communication, AD 188, (909) 537-5007

The federal Military Selective Service Act (the "Act") requires most males residing in the United States to present themselves for registration with the Selective Service System within thirty days of their eighteenth birthday. Most males between the ages of 18 and 25 must be registered.

Information concerning other available campus services is listed below:

  • University-related problems, complaints or concerns. 
    Ombuds Services, Pfau Library 268, (909) 537-5635.
  • Provides policies and complaint procedures regarding Title IX discrimination on the basis of sex, educational, extracurricular and athletic activities.
    Student Conduct & Ethical Development, University Hall 346, (909) 537-7172
  • Provides comprehensive career services for the advancement of student learning and career success.
    Career Center, Student Union 108, (909) 537-5250.

Financial Aid

Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships
(909) 537-5227 Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships

The Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships administers a variety of Federal and State programs to assist eligible students. Sources of aid include the Federal Pell Grant, Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG), Cal Grant A & B, Federal Direct Loans, TEACH Grant and the Federal Work-Study program.  Private/alternative loans are also available. The Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships also administers the State University Grant (SUG), Graduate Business Grant (GBG), Ed Doctorate Grant (Ed Doc) and Educational Opportunity Program Grant (EOP).  A full description of the university's financial aid programs is available on the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships website.

  • We recommend completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by the priority deadline of March 2nd each year to be considered for the Cal Grant Programs. Applications are still accepted throughout the school year to be considered for other types of financial aid, as long as funding is available. You may complete the FAFSA at the Federal Student Aid website.

  • The California Student Aid Commission’s (CSAC) California DREAM Act Application (CADAA) is used to determine the financial aid eligibility of students who meet the qualifications of AB540, and who are without a valid immigration status. We recommend completing the CADAA by the March 2nd priority deadline each year to be considered for all CSAC financial aid programs. Applications are still accepted throughout the school year to be considered for other types of financial aid as long as funding is available. The application collects basic personal and income information to determine a student’s eligibility for funding under AB 131.

Federal Work-Study. Work-Study is a federally funded program that provides part-time employment for students who are eligible to participate in need-based financial aid programs. Work-Study students are placed in on and off-campus positions to help offset a portion of their educational expenses. Work-Study at CSUSB also provides opportunities for students to develop job skills and secure academic or career-oriented jobs. For additional information visit the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships website or contact the Student Employment Team at (909) 537-5226 or (909) 537-5479.

Financial Aid Chart

You may contact the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships for questions and assistance with all aid programs.

Scholarships

Types of aid Who can help Determination of eligibility Repayment requirement
Local scholarships High school or college counselor GPA, need No
University scholarships University financial aid officer GPA or GPA and need No

Grants

Types of aid Who can help Determination of eligibility Repayment requirement
Federal Pell Grant University financial aid officer Need No
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG) University financial aid officer Need No
Federal TEACH Grant University financial aid officer Enrollment/major *
Cal Grant A & B, Fellowships University financial aid officer, High school or college counselor GPA, need No
Federal Educational Opportunity Program Grant (EOP) University E.O.P. director or University financial aid officer Need No
State University Grant (SUG) University financial aid officer Need No
Graduate Business Grant (GBG) University financial aid officer Need No
Ed Doctorate Grant (Ed Doc) University financial aid officer Need No
Chafee Grant California Student Aid Commission Foster Youth No
*

Potential to become repayable (consult with a financial aid officer)

Federal Loans

Types of aid Who can help Determination of eligibility Repayment requirement
Direct Subsidized Loan University financial aid officer Enrollment Yes
Direct Unsubsidized Loan University financial aid officer Enrollment Yes
Direct Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students University financial aid officer Enrollment Yes
Grad Plus Loan for Graduate Students University financial aid officer Enrollment Yes

Work-study (on and off-campus)

Types of aid Who can help Determination of eligibility Repayment requirement
Federal work-study program University financial aid officer Need No

DREAM Aid-The California Dream Act allows students who meet certain criteria (as defined by AB 540) to apply for and, if eligible, receive financial aid

Types of aid Who can help Determination of eligibility Repayment requirement
Privately funded scholarships University financial aid officer, high school or college counselor GPA, need No
DREAM Grant (SUG) University financial aid officer, high school or college counselor GPA, need No
DREAM Cal Grants University financial aid officer, high school or college counselor GPA, need No
DREAM EOP Grant University financial aid officer, high school or college counselor GPA, need No
California Dream Loan University financial aid officer Enrollment, GPA, need Yes

Other financial assistance programs are available through Veterans Administration, California State Rehabilitation, ROTC, Social Security, Bureau of Indian Affairs and other public assistance agencies. Please visit the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships website for more information.

Scholarships listed below are awarded to new and continuing students attending CSUSB. The CSUSB Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships administers most scholarships on campus. Scholarships administered by the CSUSB Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships can be accessed online via MyCoyote from November 1 through March 2 each year. Applicants need only to complete the on-line scholarship application once to be considered for all scholarships for which they are eligible. For further information, contact the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships Hotline at (909) 537-7399. Department majors and associations administer some of the scholarships listed below.

Scholarships for Incoming Freshmen

Alfred F. and Chella D. Moore Memorial Scholarship provides scholarships to incoming freshmen with outstanding academic records (3.5 GPA minimum). Some awards may automatically be renewed for an additional three years. No special application is required for renewal.

CSUSB President's Academic Excellence Scholarship is awarded to San Bernardino County high school students who graduate within the top 1% of their high school graduating class. Students must be nominated by their high school principal in order to be considered for this award. The scholarship is renewable.

Harris-Meyers Scholarship provides scholarships to incoming freshmen from San Bernardino City Schools with outstanding academic records (3.25 minimum GPA). Financial need is required. Some awards may be renewed for an additional three years. No special application is required for renewal.

Joseph K. Thomas Scholarship is awarded to incoming freshmen or transfer students registered as full-time music majors. The recipient must enter CSUSB with a high school or previous college or university cumulative GPA of 3.25 or better, must agree to participate fully in the major performing ensemble most appropriate to his/her applied performance emphasis during the entire academic year for which the scholarship is awarded, and with the scholarship application form each candidate must submit a letter summarizing the student's degree of need for scholarship assistance. Candidates who meet the above criteria will demonstrate their music performance proficiency at an audition to be scheduled about four weeks following the application deadline.

Robert and Claire Forsythe Scholarship is awarded to incoming freshmen with a minimum 2.0 GPA. Preference will be given to Arts and Letters majors.

Scholarships for College of Arts and Letters

Anthony and Lois Evans Scholarship is awarded to students that are involved in student performance activities such as music, theatre art, or debate/forensics. Student must have a minimum 3.5 GPA.

Arlene Roberts Memorial Scholarship provides support to full-time art majors with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Student must have financial need.

Art Department Scholarship provides scholarship support to students majoring in Art.

Asian Studies Expendable Scholarship provides scholarships to undergraduate students with a declared minor in Asian Studies.

Bill and Janice Lemann Art Scholarship provides support to students pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in the Art department. Students must demonstrate ongoing interest and involvement with RAFFMA through volunteer service. Undergraduate students must have a minimum 2.7 GPA and graduate students must have a minimum 3.25 GPA. Financial need is preferred.

Carol Channing & Harry Kullijan Scholarship is awarded to students pursuing a degree in visual and performing arts or a teaching credential in art education. Student must have a cumulative 3.0 GPA.

College of Arts and Letters President's Academic Excellence Scholarship provides scholarships to President's Academic Excellence students enrolled in the College of Arts and Letters.

Danny Ramadan Endowed Scholarship Fund provides scholarships to students studying music. First preference is given to students who study the trumpet or other brass instruments. Secondary preference will be given to music education students. Financial aid may be considered but is not essential. Student must have a minimum university cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better.

Diane and Scott Adams Endowed Scholarship Fund provides support to undergraduate students majoring in Liberal Studies with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Preference will be given to students who volunteer in the community or participate in service learning and who have financial need.

Douglas A. Housel Memorial Scholarship is awarded to junior or senior Liberal Studies students. Selected recipients must sign an agreement that they have never been convicted of a DUI.

Dr. Arthur A. Moorefield Scholarship is awarded to full-time music majors that have a cumulative 3.3 GPA. 

Edison Scholars Program - Arabic Studies Scholarship provides support to upper division undergraduate students and graduate students majoring in Arabic studies with financial need. Must have a cumulative 2.8 GPA.  Selected recipients must agree to participate in the Edison Scholars program.

Eri F. Yasuhara Scholarship Fund is awarded to Presidents Academic Excellence students who are enrolled in the College of Arts and Letters. Preference is given to students with financial need.

First Generation Acto Latino Scholarship provides scholarships to first generation students that are current students in the Spanish Master's Program majoring or minoring in Spanish. Students must have a minimum of 3.0 undergraduate or graduate GPA.

Gabriel Luis Acosta Art Scholarship Endowment provides support to undergraduate and graduate students in the CSUSB Department of Art who have a minimum 3.0 GPA and demonstrate an interest in pursuing a career in photography and/or painting. Preference is given to students with financial need.

Gerry and Glenda Bayless College of Arts and Letters Scholarship is awarded to students who are enrolled in the College of Arts and Letters, and have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Preference is given to students with financial need.

Jackie Preszler Endowed Scholarship provides support to undergraduate and graduate students pursuing a degree in the Department of Communication Studies. Preference is given to students demonstrating a commitment to community service.

James H. and Helen H. Urata Scholarship is awarded to College of Arts and Letters students with a cumulative 3.0 GPA. Financial need is preferred.

Josephine Lombardo Scholarship provides a scholarship to students enrolled under the College of Arts and Letters Music Program that demonstrates commitment to the study of classical music with a cumulative 3.0 GPA. Financial need is preferred.

Laveryn Grace Schulz Fellowship in Journalism Endowment will provide scholarship support for Graduate students in MA program with declared interest in journalism, community-oriented journalism, community investigative journalism, and/or investigative journalism. Minimum of 3.2 GPA.

Melvyn F. Burruss and Frieda E. Burruss Scholarship Endowment provides support to students pursuing a degree in the following: Studio Art Studies, Art with a concentration in Studio Art & Visual Studies, or a Masters in Studio Art Studies. Preference is given to students that have demonstrated interest in painting or photography.

Music Department Scholarship provides merit scholarships to students who have demonstrated above average proficiency with a musical instrument and have performed with a related university organization.

P. Richard Switzer Scholarship is awarded to CSUSB students who are enrolled in the CSU International Program or another approved academic program in France. Students must continue as full-time students during their study abroad period. Preference will be given to students with financial need but consideration will be given to others based on merit.

Roger Broadfoot Memorial Scholarship is awarded to students that work at the CSUSB Chronicle. The scholarship may also go to athletes or Spanish and French majors.

Ronald & Mary Barnes Scholarship provides renewable scholarships to Theater Arts majors with a 3.0 minimum GPA. Preference goes to students who participate in two or more theater-related areas.

Sam and Beverly Maloof Scholarship is awarded to undergraduates students majoring in art or a graduate student enrolled in M.A in Art or M.F.A in Studio Art and Design with a cumulative 3.0 GPA. Must demonstrate serious interest in pursuing a career in the Visual Arts. Financial need is preferred.

Theatre Arts Scholarship provides scholarships to Theatre Arts majors with a superior academic record.

Vivien Bull Scholarship provides support to students majoring in Liberal Studies with the goal of entering the teacher credential program. Student must have a minimum 3.0 GPA. 

Scholarships for Jack H. Brown College of Business and Public Administration

Banner Bank Scholarship provides support to first-generation college students enrolled in the Jack H. Brown College of Business and Public Administration. Student must be pursuing an undergraduate degree and must have demonstrated financial need.

Bernadine A. Taylor President's Academic Excellence Scholarship provides scholarships to students who are pursuing a degree in Business. Student must be working part time or full time. Priority will be given to students enrolled in the President's Academic Excellence program. Must have a cumulative 3.5 GPA.

Beverly Smith Scholarship is awarded to a student majoring in Finance or Ecology and must have and maintain a 3.0 GPA.

Bruce and Nancy Varner Endowed Scholarship is awarded to a full-time sophomore, junior or senior student enrolled in the JHBC with a minimum 3.25 GPA.

Candace Hunter-Wiest Arrowhead Distinguished Executive Officer Scholarship provides support to students who are full-time sophomore or junior business majors and have a minimum 3.25 GPA. 

Carroll J. Bellis Scholarship is presented to a Public Administration major who has completed an outstanding research paper as part of the requirements for any class in public administration.

Charles and Shelby Obershaw Scholarship for Business provides scholarships to full-time juniors pursuing a degree in Business with a minimum 3.0 GPA and has financial need.

CLA CPA Exam Prep Expendable Scholarship Fund provides support to upperclassmen accounting majors or Master of Science in Accountancy majors who are Veterans and/or students with disabilities. Student must have a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Daniel B. Bagdon Scholarship provides scholarships to full-time sophomore and juniors with a declared concentration in the Jack H. Brown College of Business and Public Administration. Student must have a cumulative 3.25 GPA.

David Montano Memorial Scholarship provides support to full-time juniors and seniors majoring in Business Administration and who plans to continue his or her post-secondary education at California State University, San Bernardino. Student must have a cumulative GPA of 2.7.

Dean Karen Dill Bowerman Scholarship provides support to seniors in the Jack H. Brown College of Business and Public Administration, preferably with a concentration in management. Student must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25. Preference is given to students who graduated high school in San Bernardino or Riverside County.

Donald A. Driftmier 2003 Arrowhead Distinguished Executive Officer Scholarship provides scholarships to students enrolled in the Jack H. Brown College of Business and Public Administration with a cumulative 3.25 GPA.

Food Industry Sales Association Scholarship Honoring Jack Brown offers five scholarships to full-time students majoring in Business or Public Administration. The scholarship is available to sophomores, juniors, or seniors with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Preference will be given to students employed in the food industry or demonstrate an intent of pursuing a career in the food industry. Financial need may be considered but academic excellence is the primary criterion for selection. Student scholarship recipients may reapply for up to four years.

Franklin Tomkins Memorial Scholarship provides scholarships to junior or seniors in the Jack H. Brown College of Business and Public Administration. Must have a cumulative 3.0 GPA. Preference is given to students concentrating in Marketing and to student with demonstrated financial need.

George H. Schnarre Arrowhead Distinguished Executive Officer Scholarship is awarded to students in the Jack H. Brown College of Business and Public Administration who have a cumulative 3.25 GPA. Preference given to students majoring in Real Estate, Finance or Accounting.

Glenda and Gerry Bayless College of Business and Public Administration Scholarship provides support to full-time students majoring in accounting that have completed Accounting 372 and has a 3.0 minimum GPA.

Hal Hoverland Scholarship provides support to students majoring in accounting. Students must have completed Accounting 372 and must have a minimum 3.5 GPA.

Hurtado Expendable Scholarship will provide support for students with an interest in diversity and social justice in underserved communities such as Indigenous/Native American, mixed heritage, people of color, Latinx American, African American, LGBTQIA+, and immigrants through involvement if courses taken in support of their commitment to diversity and minimum 2.5 GPA.

Independent Insurance Agents and Brokers of the Inland Empire (IIABC) Scholarship Fund is awarded to students enrolled as a President's Academic Excellence scholar in the College of Business and Public Administration.

Jack C. Scott Memorial Scholarship provides support to students majoring in accounting. Students must have completed Accounting 426 with at least a B and must have a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Jack H. Brown College Leaders Scholarship provides support to incoming freshmen or transfer students pursuing a business degree who have graduated from a high school in the city of San Bernardino and live within the city of San Bernardino. Student must have demonstrated leadership in high school and have a cumulative high school GPA of 2.7 or higher. Scholarship is renewable provided student continues to meet the renewal criteria.

Jack H. Brown College Single Parent Scholarship provides support to single parents pursuing a business degree. The recipient must be a San Bernardino or Riverside County resident with a minimum 2.7 GPA. Preference will be given to incoming freshmen or transfer students. Preference will also be given to students who graduated from a high school in the city of San Bernardino. Scholarship is renewable provided student continues to meet the renewal criteria.

Jack H. Brown College Veterans Scholarship provides support to veterans pursuing a business degree. Student must be a San Bernardino or Riverside County resident with a minimum 2.7 GPA. Preference will be given to incoming freshmen or transfer students. Preference will also be given to students who graduated from a high school in the city of San Bernardino. Scholarship is renewable provided student continues to meet the renewal criteria.

James Robinson Scholarship provides scholarships to full-time students preparing to enter their junior or senior year toward a degree in the Jack H. Brown College of Business and Public Administration. Student must have a cumulative 3.2 GPA.

Janice Tillema Memorial Scholarship provides support to students with a minimum 3.0 GPA, living within Citizens Business Bank Service area which includes San Gabriel Valley, Inland Empire and Orange County. Student must be a full-time undergraduate or graduate student and must be a business major.

John F. Merrell Charitable Foundation Scholarship provides scholarships to students enrolled in the Jack H. Brown College of Business and Public Administration program with a cumulative 3.0 GPA. Must demonstrate an interest in accounting and/or finance.

Judy Davis Memorial Scholarship provides scholarships to marketing students with a 3.0 GPA or higher who demonstrate a commitment to serving the community.

Master in Business Administration Alumni Expendable Scholarship Fund provides support to applicants to the MBA program upon matriculation and to current students in the MBA program. Students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Master of Public Administration Alumni Scholarship Fund provides support to current students or applicants to the Master of Public Administration program under matriculation. Students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and preference will be given to CSUSB employees.

MBA for Executive Scholarship provides a scholarship for current MBA Executive students with an undergraduate or graduate GPA of 3.0 or greater.

"Met" Hawatmeh Endowed Scholarship Fund provides support to students enrolled in the Jack H. Brown College of Business and Public Administration with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Financial need considered but not essential.

Michael T. Slaton, Sr. Memorial Scholarship is awarded to upper division students majoring in Business Marketing (preferably with an emphasis in Economics or Commercial Real Estate), enrolled full-time with an overall GPA of at least a 3.0 in all college coursework.  Preference will be given to Stater Bros. employees if all other criteria is met.

Nancy E. Smith Scholarship is awarded to a full-time student majoring in Public Administration or Political Science who intends to pursue a career in public service. Undergraduate students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Graduate students must have a minimum 3.2 GPA.

Noel and Amanda Massie Scholarship provides scholarships to students in the Jack H. Brown College of Business and Public Administration. Undergraduate students must have a cumulative 3.0 GPA. Graduate students must have a cumulative 3.25 GPA.

Poma Family Business Scholarship Endowment provides scholarships to sophomore, junior or senior students majoring in a discipline in the Jack H. Brown College of Business and Public Administration, demonstrates community service involvement, has financial need and a minimum GPA of 2.9.

Rami Tameez Expendable Scholarship Fund provides support to a senior or graduate of the Jack H. Brown College of Business and Public Administration with a concentration in Marketing, Sports & Entertainment Marketing or International Business and who has applied for admission to the Master of Business Administration program in the Jack H. Brown College of Business and Public Administration. Student must have a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Richard C. Moseley Marketing Scholarship provides scholarships to students majoring in Marketing, a minimum 3.0 GPA, must be a sophomore, junior, or senior, and must be a full-time student. First preference will be given to employees of Stater Bros. Markets and immediate relatives of employees.

Robert and Yolanda Wengen Scholarship provides scholarships to students with a concentration in finance or accounting. Must be a full/part-time undergrad student with a cumulative 3.5 GPA. Preference is given for financial need.

Spirit of the Entrepreneurship Scholarship provides support to students majoring/minoring in Entrepreneurship at the undergraduate or MBA level with a minimum 2.75 GPA. Preference will be given to students who are actively involved in entrepreneurial or business club activities on campus (such as the Student Entrepreneurs Association or the CSUSB Student Business Plan Competition).

Sports and Entertainment Marketing Scholarship Fund provides scholarships to students in the Sports and Entertainment Marketing concentration with second preference to students in the Marketing concentration. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is preferred.

Stratham Homes/College of Business and Public Administration Dean's Ambassador Scholarship is available to students who are transferring to California State University, San Bernardino for the first time. Student must be enrolled in the Jack H. Brown College of Business and Public Administration and must have a minimum GPA of 3.5.

Tal Wilson Memorial Scholarship Fund provides support to help meet the cost of education for students enrolled in the Jack H. Brown College of Business and Public Administration with a minimum GPA of 2.75.

The ASCM-APICS Inland Empire Chapter #112 Ben Schlussel Supply Chain Management Endowed Scholarship Fund provides support to undergraduate student that is majoring in Administration, concentration in Supply Chain Management or Graduate MBA in Global Supply Management or MS in Logistics and E-Commerce programs. Student must demonstrate interest in pursuing careers in Supply Chain Management or Manufacturing/Operating Managements. Student must be a member of the CSUSB ASCM Student Chapter. Students must maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA. Financial need considered. 

Scholarships for College of Education

Broc Burns Scholarship is awarded to a CSUSB college junior, senior or graduate student who is admitted to the credential program that leads to becoming an elementary school teacher. If at the graduate level, the student must have received a bachelor's degree at CSUSB. Preference will be given to a student who lives in the local mountain community and who maintains a minimum 3.0 GPA.

California Portland Cement Scholarship awards a scholarship annually to a full-time student in a teaching credential program preparing them to teach math or science at the secondary level.

Charles and Shelby Obershaw Scholarship for Education provides scholarships to credential students in the College of Education. The award is for students that are at least a junior, and have a minimum 3.0 GPA and who have financial need.

Clara McKinney Scholarship provides a scholarship to a student studying early childhood education with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Consideration will be given to students who reside, or have resided, in the Barstow area.

College of Education Scholarship provides scholarships to students enrolled in the College of Education.

Dr. Brian E. McDaniel Endowed Education Scholarship provides support to students pursuing a teaching credential, master's degree or doctorate degree in the College of Education with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Preference will be given to students with financial need and students living in the Coachella Valley.

Dr. Ernie Garcia Teacher Education Endowed Scholarship will provide scholarships to students enrolled in teaching credential or Master's programs within the department of teacher education.

Dr. Randall Lynn Wright Memorial Scholarship provides support for students enrolled in a master’s or doctoral degree within the College of Education and who have a 3.0 GPA or higher.

Eva Mae Merchant Education Scholarship is awarded annually to students pursuing a teaching credential, with preference given to students who are in a field where there is a shortage of teachers.

Margaret Lenz Scholarship provides a scholarship to a full-time student pursuing a teacher preparation credential.

Marilyn Sauer Scholarship provides a scholarship to a student enrolled in the master’s degree program in Educational Administration at CSUSB and has a minimum GPA of 3.5.

Nicolas D. Ferguson and Sandra J. Ferguson Endowed Education Scholarship Fund provides support to students enrolled in the College of Education with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students must demonstrate an interest in Educational Leadership. Financial need considered but not essential.

Pacific Premier Bank Scholarship Honoring Bing Wong for his Leadership in Scholarship Philanthropy is provided to a student enrolled in the master’s program in the College of Education or interested in pursuing a master’s degree, and demonstrates an interest to continue education beyond a master’s degree. Financial need is considered but not essential.

Patricia Arlin Scholarship provides scholarships to students in a master’s program in the College of Education with a minimum GPA of 3.5.

SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Scholarship provides scholarships to students enrolled in an education credential program, have a 3.0 cumulative GPA and demonstrate financial need.

Shelby Obershaw Teacher Education Scholarship provides an award to a student in a teacher preparation program leading to the multiple subject or single subject credential at CSUSB. Applicants must have completed 12 units toward the credential and have a minimum 3.0 GPA during their junior and senior years.

The Harriet and Martin Spitz Endowed Scholarship is awarded to students that are enrolled in College of Education in the Special Education Credential Program or Master's Degree Program in Special Education. Students must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher. Ideally students that demonstrate a strong interest in Special Education and are seeking education as a second career will be awarded.

Vairin/Gonzalez Scholarship for the College of Education provides scholarships to students enrolled in the education program with a cumulative 3.0 GPA.

Victress Bower Scholarship provides support to full-time graduate students pursuing a degree in special education or intending to pursue a career in special education. Students must be permanent residents of Riverside or San Bernardino counties and must have a cumulative 3.0 GPA. Financial need is preferred.

Scholarships for College of Natural Sciences

Abhishek Sudhesh Endowed Scholarship Fund provides support to students enrolled in the College of Natural Sciences with a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Art & Marilyn Morgan Scholarship provides support to Geological Science graduate students with an interest in the mining industry and precious metals. Student must have a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Arthur L. Littleworth Scholarship in Water Resource Studies provides scholarships to CSUSB students who are residents of California, have a minimum 3.0 GPA, and enrolled in any CSUSB degree program that offers a concentration in water resources or the MPA in Water Resources Management, demonstrates leadership qualities, and has financial need.

Beaver Medical Clinical Foundation Scholarship Fund provides support to undergraduate or graduate nursing students that are enrolled in 12 units or more and demonstrate financial need. Students must maintain a 2.7 cumulative GPA or better.

Carol Jayne Weathersby Memorial Nursing Scholarship will provide support for students pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in nursing with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Preference for students committed to diversity and involved in organizations committed to advancing African American culture and intention to pursue public health.

Charles Fred Kellers Endowment is awarded to a students majoring in Physics with a cumulative 3.0 GPA. Students must demonstrate financial need.

Chemistry Summer Research Scholarship provides funding to Chemistry students for summer research. Students must have a minimum 2.5 GPA.

College of Natural Sciences - Edison Scholarship Fund provides support for upper division students in the STEM majors (Math, Physics, Chemistry, and Computer Science/Information Systems). Students must be enrolled full-time and have a minimum 2.8 GPA. Financial need is preferred. Selected recipients must agree to participate in the Edison Scholars program.

David and Dorothy Chen-Maynard Endowment provides scholarships to students majoring in Chemistry, Biochemistry or Dietetics/Nutrition and Food Sciences with a cumulative 3.0 GPA. Financial need is preferred.

Doyle Boen/Eastern Municipal Water District Endowed Scholarship provides awards to students enrolled in the MPA Water program or BS program in Environmental Geology. Students must have a cumulative 3.25 GPA. Financial need is preferred.

Dr. Fook Fah Liu Scholarship provides scholarships to full-time juniors or seniors in computer science with a cumulative 3.0 GPA.

Dr. Josephine G. Mendoza Endowed Scholarship provides support to full-time students enrolled in the Computer Science and Engineering Department with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Student must have financial need and must demonstrate a commitment to diversity and community involvement.

Dr. Peter Wetterlind Scholarship provides scholarships to seniors in computer science with a cumulative 3.5 GPA.

Dr. Prem Reddy Academic Excellence Scholarship assists two President's Academic Excellence Scholarship recipients (PAES) annually who are from the High Desert Region, and are health care majors (i.e. nursing, pre-med, and health education). Students must maintain a 3.5 GPA and complete a minimum of 36 units each academic year.

Eva Mae Merchant Nursing Scholarship provides scholarships to students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in nursing.

Frances Louise Davidson Crum Scholarship provides scholarships to seniors that have an interest in geriatric nursing.

Janie Gehrke & Kimberly-Wallace-Movaghar Nursing Scholarship provides scholarships to full-time senior Nursing students with a cumulative 3.0 GPA.

Jim Roddy Scholarship Endowment provides scholarships to students engaged in public duties and functions.

John Brudin Scholarship provides awards for students enrolled in the Environmental Geology Education program with a cumulative 3.0 GPA. Students from Hemet/San Jacinto area are preferred. Financial need will be highly considered.

Kim Hughes Scholarship provides scholarships to honors student in the Math Department.

Krieger & Stewart Scholarship Endowment Honoring James H. and Lois B. Krieger for their Leadership Roles in California Water Policy provides scholarships to students based on academic achievement, career potential in water policy or water resources, as well as demonstrating outstanding individual character. Financial need is preferred.

Lena T. Pond Fund Scholarship at the Community Foundation Strengthening Inland Southern California through Philanthropy provides scholarships to full-time permanent residents of Riverside or San Bernardino Counties with a cumulative 3.0 GPA. Financial need is preferred.

Leon V. and Marion G. Pittman Scholarship provides scholarships to full-time sophomore students majoring in biology, chemistry, mathematics, or physics. The emphasis in selection is on the student's academic record during their freshman year of studies at CSUSB.

Lois B. Krieger/Metropolitan Water District Scholarship provides a scholarship to a student currently enrolled or enrolling in the Masters of Public Administration (MPA) program with a water resource management specialization within the College of Business and Public Administration, the B.S. in Geology, Environmental Geology concentration, or any future water-related majors developed at CSUSB, has a minimum GPA of 3.25, is currently employed in or expressed interest in pursuing a career in water, must currently reside in MWD's 5,200 square mile service area and has lived in the service area for at least one year (Los Angeles, Orange, San Diego, Riverside, San Bernardino, and Ventura Counties).

Lois B. Krieger/Western Municipal Water District Scholarship provides awards to students currently enrolled, or plan to enroll, in the Masters of Public Administration (MPA) program with a water resource management specialization in the College of Business and Public Administration, the B.S. in Geology, Environmental Geology concentration, or any future water-related majors developed at CSUSB. Must have a minimum GPA of 3.25, be currently employed in or expressed interest in pursuing a career in water, student must currently reside in Western MWD's 510 square mile service area (service area include: Jurupa, Rubidoux, Riverside, Norco, March Air Reserve Base, Corona, Elsinore, Temecula - west of the 15 freeway, Canyon Lake, areas around Lake Mathews, Unincorporated areas between Corona and Elsinore along the 15 freeway), and has lived in district for at least a year, financial need is considered but not essential.

Lucila Carreon Scholarship provides scholarships to students that demonstrate an interest in Nursing with a cumulative 2.5 GPA. Financial need is preferred.

Lucille and Roy Anderberg Nursing Scholarship Fund at The Community Foundation serving Riverside and San Bernardino Counties provides support to Nursing students in the RN program with a cumulative 3.0 GPA. Financial need is preferred.

Math Department Scholarship provides scholarships to students majoring in Math.

Mojave Desert Air Quality Management District Scholarship provides support to students who are residents of the Mojave Desert District or are graduates of a high school physically located within the district. Student must have a minimum 2.5 GPA and demonstrate a serious interest or commitment to environmental issues. 

Nursing Department Scholarship provides scholarship to students enrolled in the Nursing program

Ochoa/Fernandez Family Scholarship provides awards to undergraduate students who have declared geology as their major. They must have received a B+ or higher in Geology 301. Awards will be used to offset field expenses.

PAES Nursing, Pre-Medical & Pre-Dental Scholarship is awarded to a CSUSB student who is a Presidents Academic Excellence Scholarship (PAES) recipient in the College of Natural Sciences and complies with the criteria established under the PAES terms.

Ralph H. Petrucci Chemistry Scholarship provides scholarships to students in the College of Natural Sciences who are majoring in Chemistry or Biochemistry. Financial need is considered. Student must be in their junior or senior year, with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better.

Rhea M. Posjena Memorial Nursing Scholarship is awarded to CSUSB students majoring in Nursing. Student must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, and must be a sophomore, junior, or senior. Financial need is considered but not essential.

Richard Fehn Scholarship Endowment provides scholarships to graduate or undergraduate students conducting research under the guidance of a faculty member in Biology. Graduate students are preferred.

Ruben S. Ayala Scholarship provides scholarships to students living in the Chino, Ontario, or Rancho Cucamonga area enrolled in the B.S. in Geology, Environmental Geology concentration or Masters in Public Administration with a water resource management program. Preference is given to students who have at least a minimum GPA of 3.25 and financial need.

Ted V. Alejandre Scholarship Endowment provides support to undergraduate math majors who have graduated from a high school in the San Bernardino City Unified School District. Student must demonstrate financial need.

Terry Hallett Fund provides scholarships to student enrolled as a Math major, has a minimum 3.5 GPA, and demonstrates an interest in a career in mathematics and/or pursuing a master’s degree in mathematics. Preference is given to a math honors students and juniors or seniors.

The Dr. Richard E. Goodman Endowment is awarded to students enrolled in the College of Natural Sciences in any major. It is open to Undergraduate and Graduate students that are in financial need. Students must have a minimum GPA of 3.0.

WRI Endowed Scholarship in Water Resource Studies provides awards to full-time students in an undergraduate or graduate program at CSUSB. Students must demonstrate an interest in water resources evidenced by coursework, internship, or special project. Must have a cumulative 3.0 GPA and demonstrates an interest to continue education beyond a Master’s degree. Financial need is preferred.

Scholarships for College of Social and Behavioral Sciences

Alice Givens Memorial Scholarship is awarded to an undergraduate re-entry student who has been out of high school for at least 10 years, is majoring in psychology and has financial need.

Anthropology Department Scholarship provides support to students majoring in Anthropology with a 3.5 GPA. Preference will be given to students who have resumed education after a significant break after high school and/or students who have an interest in archaeology.

Archaeology and Anthropology Scholarship provides awards to students who are Anthropology majors and enrolled as full-time students.

Captain Paul, USAF (Ret.) and Marian Vegna Endowment Fund provides support to National Security Studies majors with a minimum 3.0 GPA. This award will be based on merit and on contribution to the goals of the National Security Studies Program.

Catholic Charities Scholarship provides scholarships to students enrolled in the Social Work program with a minimum 3.2 GPA. Must demonstrate an interest in local nonprofit service organizations in San Bernardino Riverside counties. Financial need is preferred.

College of Social and Behavioral Sciences Scholarship provides scholarships to students enrolled in the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences.

Craig and Jennifer Fuher National Security Studies Alumnus Scholarship provides merit-based awards to students enrolled in the National Security Studies program.

Dan Filadelfia Memorial Scholarship Endowed is awarded to students majoring in Geography that have completed a minimum of 30 semester or 45 quarter units of college course work. Students must be enrolled in at least 6 semester units at time of receipt of the scholarship. Preference will be given to students minoring in Geographic Information Science or pursuing a Certificate in Geographic Information Systems. Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 preferred. 

Donald W. Jordan Memorial Scholarships provides a scholarship for an undergraduate student interested in the practice of law.

Dora J Prieto Scholarship is awarded to a student with a minimum 2.5 GPA and has financial need. Preference will be given to students enrolled in Anthropology as a major or to a student interested in activities affiliated with a museum.

Dr. Cheryl Marshall Student Support Fund provides scholarship support to second-year students enrolled in the Industrial/Organization Management Master’s program at CSUSB. Students must have a minimum university cumulative GPA of 3.25 or better. Financial need is considered but not required.

Dr. Cheryl Riggs Student Award Fund provides support to first-generation college students or adult reentry students majoring in History with a cumulative 3.0 GPA.

Dr. David Riefer Endowed Student Award Fund provides support to undergraduate students majoring in Psychology with a minimum 3.0 GPA and a demonstrated interest in Latin, African American, or Native American culture. Student must have financial need and preference will be given to first generation students.

Dr. Dominic Bulgarella Endowed Scholarship Fund provides support to students with a cumulative GPA of 3.5. Students must have a declared major in Sociology or Sociology/Social Services track, while demonstrating financial need and evidence of significant involvement in community service. Preference is given to first generation college students, EOP Renaissance Scholars, veterans, veteran dependents, or ROTC enrollees. 

Dr. Sanders McDougall Memorial Endowment will provide support for students with a declared major in Masters of Psychological Sciences with minimum 3.0 GPA. Preference for students who intend to attend a doctoral program in bilogical psychology or related field.

Dr. Thomas J. Pierce Economics Scholarship Endowment provides support to students majoring in Economics with a minimum 2.75 GPA and enrolled in at least 6 semester units. Student must have completed at least 30 semester units of college course work and 9 semester units of economics course w

Economics Alumni Scholarship provides support to students majoring in Economics.

Elaine S. Rosen Endowed Scholarship provides scholarships for students participating in the Model United Nations program.

El-Gaouny & Lee Child Development Expendable Scholarship will provide support to Junior and Senior students majoring in Child Development or Psychology with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Financial need considered but is not required.

Ellen Howell Endowed Student Support Fund provides scholarships for students enrolled in the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences. Students must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better. Preference is given to students who have completed the Social Sciences 306 (SSCI 306) Writing Course with a grade of “A” or “B” and to students who are re-entry students.

Geography Department Senior Year Scholarship awards students who are geography majors, must be in their senior year at CSUSB and must have a minimum GPA of 3.0.

Gladys Martha Manuela Endowed Scholarship Fund provides support to students enrolled in psychology with a preference of Biological Psychology or Clinical Psychology. Student must have a minimum 2.7 GPA.

Industrial Organizational Psychology Master of Science Scholarship Endowment provides support for Master students enrolled in I/O Psychology. Students must have a minimum 3.3 GPA.

Jamal R. Nassar Student International Travel Fund provides support to students who want to travel internationally as part of their educational experience at CSUSB. Students must have financial need and demonstrate an interest in global affairs and in understanding people of different cultures.

J.C. Robinson Scholarship provides support to students with an interest in Hispanic History and Culture. Students must be of junior or senior standing, must be a History major and must have completed 12 units of coursework in Hispanic history/culture. 

JoAnn Vance Memorial Scholarship provides scholarships to full-time Sociology and Psychology students with a cumulative 3.0 GPA. Student must be a former Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) student.

Joanna Worthley Fund for Excellence in Psychology Endowment provides scholarships for Psychology students in good academic standing.

John and June Kennedy Economics Endowment provides a scholarship to a student majoring in economics and who has a minimum 2.75 overall GPA. Applicants must be enrolled at CSUSB in at least a one-half time bases at time of receipt of the scholarship.

Joseph B. Campbell Endowed Scholarship Fund is awarded to currently enrolled students. Students must be a Political Science major, pre-law minor, or political science minor. Students must show interest in the U.S. Constitution and/or the concept of Liberty. A minimum of 3.0 GPA is required.

Joy Renee Kirka Memorial Scholarship provides an award to a student enrolled in the Master of Science program in Psychology or Clinical Psychology.

Juana and Candido Rivera Family Endowed Scholarship provides scholarships to students majoring in the Social Sciences or Humanities. Student must be a resident of San Bernardino or Riverside County and maintain a minimum university cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better. Preference will be given to students majoring in history or literature, who come from a disadvantaged socio-economic background, are a 1st generation college student, and/or are fluent in Spanish. An essay or personal statement of up to 250 words on how the student hopes to build bridges across cultural and social lines to benefit the people or the region is required.

KB Home Scholarship awards to students who are in Urban Planning Studies and have a minimum GPA of 3.0.

Lewin-Estremera Family Scholarship provides funds to graduate students enrolled in one of the four master’s degree programs in the Department of Psychology. Qualified students must have minimum GPA of 3.0 and demonstrate an involvement in any graduate program offered through the Psychology department. Financial need is considered but not essential.

Margaret McGann Tarter Endowed Scholarship Fund provides support for students majoring in history. 

Mark and Mara Clark Scholarship in National Security Studies provides support to graduate students enrolled in the National Security Studies Program. Student must have a minimum 3.0 GPA.

McLaughlin Family Student Support Fund provides scholarships to Political Science students. Student must have a minimum university cumulative GPA of 3.25 or better. Priority is given to re-entry students and financial need is considered but not required.

Michael Khokhlov Scholarship will be awarded to an undergraduate or graduate student currently enrolled in the Psychology program at CSUSB and have applied to a graduate program. Financial need and status as an Honors student (past or present) will be preferred.

Michael Persell Memorial Scholarship in European History provides support to students pursuing a BA in History with particular interest in European history and a minimum 3.5 GPA. 

Mustafa and Beatriz Milbis Endowed Student Support Fund provides scholarships to upper-division students enrolled at CSUSB. Students must maintain a minimum university cumulative GPA of 3.0 and demonstrate financial need. Selected recipients should want to make a difference in the world and demonstrate an interest in global relations and understanding different cultures.

Optima Family Services Scholarship Fund provides support to graduating high school seniors with a declared major in the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences or College of Natural Sciences with a minimum high school GPA of 3.5. Financial need is considered, but not essential and preference is given to DREAMer (DACA) qualifying students.

Paula Vegna-Laster Endowed Fund provides support to students planning to become a Clinical Counselor. Student must be pursuing a MS in Clinical Psychology with a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Professor Robert Blackey Endowed Scholarship provides scholarships for history majors at CSUSB. Students must complete an application through the History Department and hold a 3.0 GPA or higher in all history courses. Preference will be given to students seeking a career in either secondary school or higher education.

Ralph and Marie Weber Scholarship in National Security Studies provides a scholarship to an outstanding CSUSB Political Science undergraduate or new graduate student entering the National Security Studies graduate program.

Rasmussen Endowment For Anthropology provides a scholarship for students that are declared Anthropology majors. Students must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher in the major and 2.5 GPA overall. This will be awarded to veterans or children of veterans. Ideally, it will be awarded to a student that has not received any other scholarship or grant.

Reynolds C. Gross Memorial Scholarship is awarded annually to an ROTC cadet in good standing.

Rick and Brenda Garcia Fund for Geography and Environmental Studies grants scholarships for any Geography and Environmental Studies student in good academic standing. Awards may also be used for other purposes related to the mission, operation and function of the Geography and Environmental Studies Department such as providing funds for equipment purchases or for stipends for faculty, graduate or undergraduate student assistants of the department.

Robert and Frances Fullerton Scholarship provides an award to a student pursuing a paralegal or law degree upon graduation.

Rose and Leo Ricco Child Development Scholarship Endowment will provide support for students pursuing an undergraduate degree in Child Development with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Preference for financial need and first-generation college students.

Schofield-McAfee Scholarship Endowment will provide support to Junior and Senior students majoring in History with a minimum 2.5 GPA.

Sean Brunske Economics Scholarship provides support to students in a declared economics major with a cumulative 2.5 GPA. Financial need considered but not essential.

Verla Watkins Thomas Scholarship is awarded to a student enrolled as a CSUSB first or second-year graduate student in the M.S. Psychology, Clinical/Counseling Program and has a minimum 3.0 GPA. Financial need considered but not essential.

Vince Vegna-MFT Kaiser Permanente Scholarship awards to a student with a Psychology major enrolled in the M.S. Clinical/Counseling Psychology Program, and must serve his/her 9 month internship at the Moreno Valley Addiction Medicine-Chronic Pain Management department with Kaiser Permanente.

Walter S. Hawkins and Dr. M. Jean Peacock EOP Endowed Scholarship provides support to EOP students majoring in Psychology, Social Work or Sociology with a minimum 2.5 GPA.

William Craig Green Scholarship is awarded to one outstanding student who is enrolled in the Graduate program in National Security Studies. The next choice will be a student majoring in Political Science. Students are selected based on their academic merit and their participation in the National Security Studies program.  Preference will be given to active duty or military veterans or military dependents.

Yolanda T. Moses Scholarship Endowment provides scholarships to students pursuing their master’s degree in the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences.

Zapletal Charitable Trust Endowed Scholarship provides support to students who are veterans or retired from the armed forces, who has a parent or spouse who has been wounded from serving in the armed forces, or who has a parent or spouse who passed after their service was complete in the armed forces. Juniors and seniors who are enrolled in Army ROTC or Air Force ROTC may also apply. Students with financial need and academic excellence will receive preference.

Scholarships Available to All Majors

Aaron Burgess Social Justice and Equity provides support for full-time students that maintain a 2.0 GPA and have financial need. This scholarship is open to all colleges and majors. An essay of 500 words required that describes the students' commitment to diversity and community involvement, especially in underserved communities. Activities participated, volunteer activities, and/or courses taken to support their commitment must be provided.

AFSSA Scholarship provides scholarships to full-time students participating in the Asian Faculty Staff and Student Association with a minimum 2.3 GPA.

Albro Scholarship is a scholarship awarded annually to a full-time student interested in studying African-American issues and/or pursuing service to the African American community. Student must have a minimum 3.0 GPA.

ASI Class of 2019 Investing in Our Future Scholarship Endowment provides support to full-time students giving back to the community with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Student must have financial need.

ASI Horatio Alger Expendable Scholarship Fund provides support to students attending CSUSB identified by the Horatio Alger Association as Horatio Alger Scholars.

ASI Renaissance Scholars Expendable Scholarship Fund provides support to foster youth students at CSUSB. Students must be enrolled full-time and must have a minimum 2.5 GPA.

ASI Veterans Success Expendable Scholarship Fund provides support to veterans, service members or ROTC Cadets at CSUSB. Student must be a sophomore, junior or senior with a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Associated Students, Incorporated Scholarship (ASI) provides scholarships to full-time students. Undergraduate students must have a minimum 2.0 GPA, and graduate students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Student must have already completed one semester at the University.

Association of Latino Faculty, Staff and Students Scholarship annually provides scholarships to students who have displayed an interest in Hispanic cultures. Students must have a minimum GPA of 2.5.

Barbara and Don McKenzie Scholarship provides scholarships to students who are first in their families to attend college. Preference is given to students who have completed a minimum of three years in their high school AVID program. Must have a cumulative 3.0 GPA.

Barbara Taylor Scholarship provides scholarships to Fontana residents who preferably are graduates of Fontana High School with a minimum 2.5 GPA who plan to continue their postsecondary education at CSUSB. Preference is given for financial need.

Betty Barker President's Academic Excellence Scholarship is awarded to a CSUSB student who is a Presidents Academic Excellence Scholarship (PAES) recipient and must comply with the criteria established under the PAES terms.

Bill and Barbara Sue Seal Fund provides support to full-time undergraduate students with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Student must be at a sophomore class standing or higher and must have 200 hours of student employment or volunteer activities.

Cal State Associates Scholarship is awarded to a CSUSB student who is a President’s Academic Excellence Scholarship (PAES) recipient, must comply with the criteria established under the PAES terms. 

Cardenas Market LEAD Scholarship provides scholarships to students who have financial need, minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. Students must demonstrate a commitment to the betterment of the Latino community. Preference is given to students who live near a Cardenas market.

Century 21 Lois Lauer Realty Scholarship provides a scholarship to a student enrolled in Liberal Arts, College of Business or Public Administration, or College of Education at any grade level. Applicants must have graduated from high school in either San Bernardino or Redlands and must have financial need.

Charles and Shelby Obershaw Endowment for Student Success provides scholarship support to EOP Renaissance Scholars and students living in San Bernardino who are enrolled in the Jack H. Brown College of Business and Public Administration Entrepreneurship program.  

City of San Bernardino Confidential/Management Association (SBCMA) Scholarship Endowment awards a scholarship to a full-time student with a minimum 3.0 GPA with at least one parent employed by the City of San Bernardino. Preference is given to students who are the first person in their immediate family to attend college. If there are no applicants where one parent is employed by the City, students should be a resident of the City of San Bernardino.

Clark and Marjorie Jones Scholarship is awarded to a CSUSB student who is a President’s Academic Excellence Scholarship (PAES) recipient and complies with the criteria established under the PAES terms.

Community Foundation Serving Riverside and San Bernardino Counties provides support to full-time incoming freshmen, community college transfer students and continuing CSUSB students. Some of the scholarship monies are awarded to graduate students in special education who intend on pursuing careers as special education teachers and nursing students.

Crankstart Scholarship Program for CCC Transfer Students provides support to undergraduate students who are pursuing their first baccalaureate degree and have transferred from a California community college within the last four years. Student must demonstrate financial need.

CSUSB Alumni Association Scholarship Endowment provides support to full-time students with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Preference will be given to students serving in the University’s Student Ambassador Program. Financial need is considered but not required.

CSUSB Foundation Scholarship is awarded to a CSUSB student who is a President’s Academic Excellence Scholarship (PAES) recipient and must comply with the criteria established under the PAES terms. Students must have financial need and are at sophomore, junior or senior level status.

CSUSB Retirees Association Scholarship provides scholarships to CSUSB students whose parents are employed by the university.

Dacia Woods Scholarship provides support to students who are active members of the armed forces. Student must be able to demonstrate financial need, campus engagement and community service. Undergraduates must have a minimum 2.0 GPA and graduates must have a 3.0 GPA.

Dianna J. Pelletier Resiliency Scholarship provides scholarships to students on academic probation and signed an Advising and Academic Services Undergraduate Administrative Contract with a cumulative 3.2 GPA. Preference is given to students that do not receive Financial Aid.

Donald and Bonnie Blish Scholarship is awarded to a CSUSB student with financial need who is a President’s Academic Excellence Scholarship (PAES) recipient and complies with the criteria established under the PAES terms.

Dr. Amy Leh Scholarship Endowment provides support for students who are members of the Phi Beta Delta Honor Society with significant financial need and minimum 2.7 GPA.

Dr. Fred Baker & Dr. Rosalie Giacchino-Baker Endowed Study Abroad Scholarship provides support for the Phi Beta Delta Society for International Scholars. Recipients must have a strong academic standing in all studies, strong academic achievement in areas relating to international education and significant involvement in activities that foster internationalism on campus. 

Dr. Mildred Dalton Hampton-Henry EOP Award provides support to current EOP students and/or Renaissance Scholars.

Elsa Ochoa-Fernandez Phi Beta Delta Memorial Endowment is awarded to students belonging to Phi Beta Delta and are studying abroad.

Esperanza Scholarship Foundation provides scholarships to graduates from Chaffey, Montclair or Ontario High school with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Student must participate in community service. Financial need is preferred.

Fabiola Campos Scholarship provides support to full-time sophomores, juniors and seniors with a minimum 2.8 GPA and who are working 25 hours per week while attending CSUSB. First preference will be given to residents of Barstow or graduates of Barstow High School. Second preference will be given to transfer students or graduates of Barstow College and Victor Valley College. Third preference will be given to all other students.

Faculty/Staff Scholarship is awarded to a CSUSB student who is a President’s Academic Excellence Scholarship (PAES) recipient and complies with the criteria established under the PAES terms. Students must have financial need and are at sophomore, junior or senior level status.

Feierstein Expendable Scholarship Fund is awarded to students that are Phi Beta Delta members and are interested in international opportunities, study abroad, research, and other international academic activities that seek expansion of interdisciplinary journey at CSUSB. Students must maintain a 3.0 GPA or better.

Felix Family Scholarship provides two annual awards. The first award provides support to junior or senior students with a minimum 2.0 GPA and an interest for a career in student affairs or student services. Preference will be given to students working on campus. The second award provides support for students who graduated from Colton High School and have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students selected for both awards must demonstrate a commitment to diversity and community involvement to underserved communities.

Felix G. Valdez J.D. Scholarship Endowment provides scholarships to students that participate or demonstrate an interest in university and/or community. Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and an interest in creative writing, pre-law, health or business. Financial need is preferred.

Frances D. Morongo Scholarship is awarded to a CSUSB student who has attended Sherman Indian High School, or can demonstrate an interest in Native American Studies.

Friends of John Futch Textbook Scholarship provides book scholarships to students with a GPA between 2.0-2.75, preference for community service involvement and first generation college student and at least 1/3 of awardees being EOP students. Students who demonstrate an awareness of global citizenship and the importance of a diverse society are given preference.

Give Something Back Foundation Scholarship Fund provides support for Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) students attending CSUSB. Student must demonstrate financial need.

Giving Tuesday Scholarship Endowment provides support to full-time students attending CSUSB who demonstrate volunteerism within community. Student must have a minimum 2.5 GPA. Financial need considered but is not required.

Gloria Negrete McLeod President's Academic Excellence Scholarship provides scholarships to President's Academic Excellence students who reside in Fontana, Chino, Guasti, Ontario or Bloomington and complies with the criteria established under the PAES terms.

J. Milton Clark Resiliency Scholarship Fund provides support to current and active SAIL students with a minum 3.0 GPA.

James Roddy Scholarship is awarded to a student enrolled at CSUSB as a history major or in the College of Business and Public Administration, financial need considered but not essential.

Jerome J. Herbert Scholarship provides support to students who are veterans of the United States Army or United States Army Reserve and who have a minimum 2.7 GPA.

John Steven Peterson Endowed Scholarship provides support to students who demonstrate an interest in social justice as it is related to the rights of LGBTQQIA students, and on creating an inclusive and supportive environment for all university members. Students must have a minimum 2.8 GPA and preference will be given to students at the Palm Desert Campus.

Jordyn Rivera Scholarship provides support to students studying abroad in London.

Judy Killgore Staff Scholarship provides scholarships to CSUSB permanent or temporary employees seeking their first undergraduate or graduate degree. Students must be enrolled in four or more units and have a minimum 2.5 GPA.

Karnig Family EOP Foster Youth Scholarship Fund provides scholarships to foster youth students under the jurisdiction of the San Bernardino County Department of Children's Services or emancipated Foster Youth from San Bernardino County. Students must demonstrate financial need and be enrolled full-time. Student must have a minimum 2.0 GPA.

Korea Scholarship and Faculty Fund provides support to professors and/or students interested in and conducting Korean studies. These studies include but are not limited to collaborative research projects, conferences and/or seminars of mutual interest and benefit, and faculty and student exchanges.

Kronowitz Family Scholarship provides scholarships to students enrolled at the senior level planning on applying to law school. Students must be enrolled in at least 6 units.

Lee and Pam Wigington Scholarship is awarded to a full-time student at either the graduate or undergraduate level, must have a minimum 2.5 GPA and have financial need.

Lieutenant Colonel Henry L. Stoy Scholarship provides support for student veterans or active military members that are enrolled full-time or part-time, freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior status who have a cumulative GPA of 2.3 or higher. Students demonstrating financial need based on information provided on the FAFSA application for federal financial aid are preferred. 

Lorraine M. Frost and Family Opportunity Scholarship provides support to undergraduate students on academic probation that have signed an Advising and Academic Services Undergraduate Administrative Contract. The recipient must earn a minimum GPA of 3.0 at the end of the semester in which the student was placed on the contract. Preference is given, but not limited to, students currently receiving no financial aid.

Making Hope Happen Foundation is awarded to students that have graduated high school from San Bernardino Unified School District and have applied for financial aid using the FAFSA or California Dream Act application. To be considered for this award, student must have been accepted as incoming freshman for 22-23 academic year and must be enrolled full-time (12 units) and maintain full-time enrollment status and good academic standing.

Mara Simmons Memorial Scholarship provides a scholarship to a full-time student who has a physical or a learning disability and a minimum 2.5 GPA.

Mark and Lori Edwards Scholarship Fund for Renaissance Scholars provides scholarship support to EOP Renaissance Scholars who have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 with demonstrated financial need. Preference is given to students enrolled in a teaching or school counseling program. 

Marracino-Ghazal Family Scholarship provides scholarships to full-time juniors or seniors with financial need enrolled in pre-health and are planning on a health care career. Students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA with their declared major and an overall GPA of 2.75.

MaryJane McCoy and Joyce E. Payne Pioneer Awards provides scholarship support to EOP Renaissance Scholars.

Maurice Calderon Endowment will provide scholarship for students entering their junior year as community college transfer students. Also, students majoring in Health Science, Education, Business and Public Administration or Public Policy.

Metro City Church Scholarship is awarded to a CSUSB student who is a President’s Academic Excellence Scholarship (PAES) recipient and complies with the criteria established under the PAES terms.

Molly Adams Expendable Scholarship provides scholarships to students who have a mental, physical or learning disability/impairment. Students must be permanent residents of Riverside or San Bernardino Counties.

Mountain Communities Scholarship  is awarded to students who are current residents of the Mountain Communities (Lake Arrowhead, Crestline, Running Springs, Blue Jay, and Lake Gregory), preference given to students who are nursing or health care related majors, have a minimum 2.5 GPA, and are enrolled at least as a part-time undergraduate or graduate student. Financial need is considered but not essential. For more information, please visit the Mountain Communities web site. (see "Scholarship>Application.)

Nick and Christina Zaharopoulos Scholarship provides support to juniors or seniors with at least a B average. Preference is given to students who are first in their family to go to college. Students must have financial need and intend to enter civil service or non-profit work. Preference is given to transfer students.

Nickolas and Arlene Zoumbos Scholarship Fund provides support for full-time EOP Renaissance Scholars, with junior or senior status, and a cumulative 2.3 GPA or higher. Student(s) must also demonstrate financial need.

Norman Lofthus Bright Vistas Scholarship provides scholarships to support foster youth students who may or may not be enrolled EOP Renaissance Scholarships attending the Palm Desert Campus. Students must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 and demonstrated financial need. Students must have a history of volunteerism and/or community service.

Ochoa and Fernandez Family Study Abroad Endowment is awarded to Spanish majors studying abroad with a cumulative 3.2 GPA. Financial need is preferred.

Paul and Evelyn Magnuson Scholarship is awarded to a CSUSB student who is a President’s Academic Excellence Scholarship (PAES) recipient and complies with the criteria established under the PAES terms. Preference goes to students enrolled as a music or sciences major.

President Albert and Marilyn Karnig Scholarship is awarded to CSUSB students who are a President’s Academic Excellence Scholarship (PAES) recipients and complies with the criteria established under the PAES terms.

Rasmussen Scholarship for Anthropology provides scholarships to students interested in Native American studies, veterans and children of veterans. Financial need is preferred.

Robert and Catherine Nava Scholarship Endowment provides support for part-time students who demonstrate a commitment to diversity and community involvement to underserved communities through either community service majoring in Liberal Arts, Criminal Justice, Political Science, Philosophy, or Sociology.

Rose Brown Scholarship provides scholarships to students with a minimum 2.5 GPA, who have financial need, have been out of high school for at least eight years and to widowed and/or single parents with children enrolled up through secondary school.

Saleson Family Endowed Scholarship is awarded to students with a minimum 3.0 GPA and must be a single parent. Preference is given to students who have financial need.

San Manuel Band of Mission Indians Scholarship is provided to students who are enrolled at CSUSB in a minimum of twelve (12) units for undergraduate students and eight (8) units for graduate students, have and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5 at the undergraduate level or 3.25 at the graduate level. Highest preference will be given to students who express an interest in the study of Indian culture, finance, policy, government and/or infrastructure. Students seeking to renew scholarships will be asked to demonstrate through course work, individual instruction, and through the topics of research papers, their focus on the subject areas outlined above.

San Manuel Opportunity Scholarship provides support to full-time undergraduate students who demonstrate an interest in Native American studies. Student must have a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Sonador Graduate DREAMers Scholarship Fund provides support for students who attended CSUSB as an undergraduate student and are not in a graduate or credential program at CSUSB. Student must be an undocumented AB 540 student, must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and must demonstrate financial need. 

Stanford C. Shaw Memorial Scholarship provides scholarships to students demonstrating academic ability and financial need.

Student Veterans Success Initiative Scholarship provides scholarships for sophomore, junior or senior student veterans.  Must be a veteran, service member, ROTC cadet or family member. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and be enrolled at CSUSB full time.

Sudhakar Family Scholarship Endowment will provide support for students enrolled in any program with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Financial need considered but not required.

Taft T. Newman Scholarship provides a scholarship to an EOP student that is enrolled full-time, has a minimum 2.0 GPA, has financial need and is a graduating senior.

Travis D. Chatigny Memorial Scholarship provides scholarships to CSUSB students who are physically disabled. Applicants must write a personal statement about what "living with purpose" means to them.

William H. Wilson Scholarship provides support to full-time students at CSUSB, preferably from the immediate San Bernardino area. Applicants must demonstrate financial need.

Yin Family Scholarship provides scholarship support for students who are members of Phi Beta Delta, Asian Faculty Staff and Student Association or students wishing to study abroad in Taiwan or who are coming to CSUSB to study.

Zapletal Charitable Trust Endowed Scholarship provides support to students who are active members or veterans of the armed forces, whose spouse or parents are or were members of the armed forces or students with junior or senior class standing in the Army or Air Force ROTC programs. Highest priority will be given to students who have financial need and are academically deserving.

Scholarships for Student Athletes

Bill Leesburg Golf Scholarship provides an award to a student who qualifies for the CSUSB Golf team, maintains a GPA of 3.0 or higher, demonstrates community service activity and meets all relevant eligibility requirements to participate in intercollegiate athletics. Preference is given to students with financial need.

Chuck and Shelby Obershaw Student Athlete of the Year Scholarship provides a scholarship to a female and male CSUSB athlete who has a cumulative 3.0 GPA. Financial need is preferred.

Coach Tom Burleson Cross Country/Track & Field Scholarship Endowment provides support to members of the Cross Country and/or Track and Field Team that compete in any event that is 800 meters or greater.

Dorothy and David Maynard Athletic Scholarship Endowment provides support to students majoring in nutrition, chemistry or a health-related profession and who are involved with Athletics at CSUSB. Student must have a minimum 3.3 GPA.

Doyle and Ann Varner Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a full-time student who is a participating member of one of the university's intercollegiate athletics programs. Students must have a cumulative 3.25 GPA. Preference shall be given to students majoring in the College of Business and Public Administration.

Hatcher-Wright Scholarship Endowment provides scholarships to CSUSB athletes, who maintain a cumulative 2.7 GPA. Preference is given to financial need.

Matich Family Scholarship provides scholarship support for students participating in CSUSB's Intercollegiate Athletics program.

Rezek-Lemann Scholarship Endowment provides support for students participating in CSUSB's Intercollegiate Athletics program with a cumulative 2.5 GPA.

Sigma Pi Phi Scholarship provides scholarships to students who are involved with Athletics at CSUSB. Student must have a minimum 2.7 GPA and must demonstrate financial need.

Soffa Family Scholarship Endowment provides scholarships to student athletes that demonstrate a financial need with a cumulative 2.7 GPA.

Vance and Rico Garcia Fund for Athletics provides scholarships to CSUSB student athletes.

Warren Ludi Scholarship provides scholarship support to student athletes in good academic standing playing Basketball.

William H. Colley Golf Scholarship Fund provides support to students participating on the CSUSB Golf team. Student must demonstrate financial need.

Scholarships for Students Attending the CSUSB Palm Desert Campus

Betty Barker Scholarship provides scholarships to full-time students that are enrolled in the Palm Desert Campus. Must have a cumulative 3.0 GPA and demonstrates an interest in becoming a teacher.

City of Palm Desert President Albert Karnig Academic Excellence Scholarship Endowment provides awards to full-time undergraduate students enrolled at CSUSB's Palm Desert Campus with a minimum GPA of 3.5.

Clarke Teaching Scholarship will provide support for full-time students from the Coachella Valley enrolled at the Palm Desert Campus teaching credential program with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Financial need considered but is not required.

Coeta and Donald Barker Scholarship awards scholarships to nursing students who attend CSUSB Palm Desert Campus, have a minimum 3.0 GPA and have financial need. Financial need is determined by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). A letter of recommendation should come from a nursing instructor who can attest to the applicant’s noble characteristics of service to others and commitment to their profession.

CSUSB Palm Desert Campus Dream Scholarship Fund provides scholarships to full-time California Dream Act students and/or first generation college students with a cumulative 2.6 GPA.

CSUSB Palm Desert Campus Michael Boytim, CRNA, Scholarship in Nursing provides support to full-time students attending the CSUSB Palm Desert Campus. Students must be admitted to the undergraduate program in Nursing. Recipients must have a minimum 3.5 GPA and must have demonstrated clinical excellence in their classroom and practical experience.

CSUSB Palm Desert Campus Rotary Scholarship provides scholarships to full-time PDC students who have completed a majority of their course work at the Palm Desert Campus. Students must have a minimum university cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better and demonstrate financial need. Preference will be given to students who have demonstrated service to others through involvement in community organizations or Rotary activities, such as RYLA, PRYDE, Interact, Early Act, etc. Award recipients may reapply if funds are available and may be featured in Rotary print materials.

CSUSB PDC Associates Scholarship provides scholarships to full-time PDC students with a cumulative 3.0 GPA.

Ernie Ball Inc. Scholarship provides support for an Ernie Ball, Inc. employee and/or family member enrolled at California State University, San Bernardino main or Palm Desert Campus. Student must be enrolled full time, unless a current Ernie Ball, Inc. employee, and must maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Fredericks Nursing Scholarship will provide scholarship support for Coachella Valley residents admitted to PDC Nursing Program with a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Grammar Bee/Jane Strauss Memorial Scholarship provides scholarships to full-time PDC undergraduate students majoring in English with a cumulative 3.0 GPA.

H.N. and Frances C. Berger Foundation Scholarship provides support to Riverside County students attending California State University, San Bernardino-Palm Desert Campus who are studying Allied Health (Nursing, Nutrition, Kinesiology), Education or Criminal Justice. Students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and demonstrate financial need.

Indian Wells Rotary Club Foundation Scholarship provides support to full-time third or fourth year students attending/conducting the majority of their class work at the CSUSB Palm Desert Campus. Student must demonstrate service to others through involvement in community organizations or other activities and must have a minimum 3.25 GPA.

James Clark Trust Scholarship Fund provides scholarships to full-time PDC students who have completed a majority of their course work at the Palm Desert Campus. Students must maintain a university cumulative GPA of 2.6 or better.

John J. and Sheryl Benoit Endowed Scholarship Fund provides support to full-time sophomore, junior or senior students taking a majority of their classes at the CSUSB Palm Desert Campus while also maintaining a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Katrina McDowell Scholarship at PDC provides support for full-time students that have most of their class work at the Palm Desert Campus. Candidates must keep a 2.5 cumulative GPA. A demonstration of financial need is considered but not required as according to federal and institutional eligibility criteria must be reflected in the applicant's application materials. Scholarship is renewable for 2 academic years.

Kiyoko & Yeji Kitawaga Endowed Fund provides support to full-time undergraduate students attending the CSUSB Palm Desert Campus with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students must have graduated from Coachella Valley High School.

Linda Simmons Endowed Scholarship is awarded to students that are full-time sophomores, juniors, or seniors each quarter of the academic year at the CSUSB Palm Desert Campus, with the majority of class work being done at CSUSB Palm Desert Campus. These students are required to attend one Cal State University Associates presentation during the season and address audience members in regards to what the scholarship means to their education and life. Students must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Mary Stuart Rogers scholarship awards scholarships to CSUSB Palm Desert Campus students. Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and be admitted to a Teaching Credential or Education master’s degree program. A letter of recommendation from a current instructor is needed.

Palm Desert Campus Lou Fernandez Scholarship provides scholarships to undergraduate students with a cumulative 3.0 GPA.

Palm Desert-Indian Wells Women's Club Scholarship is awarded to CSUSB students enrolled in the BSN or MSN nursing programs at the Palm Desert Campus, must have a 3.0 GPA and must be a full-time student. Financial need is considered but not essential.

Park Hospitality Endowment will provide scholarship support to the students enrolled in the Hospitality Management Program at the Palm Desert Campus.

PDC Endowed Scholarship provides support to full-time students enrolled each semester of the academic year at CSUSB Palm Desert Campus. Students must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher.

PDC Hospitality Management Scholarship provides support to full-time students attending the CSUSB Palm Desert Campus and majoring in the Hospitality Management Program.

PDC University Legacy Scholarship provides support to students attending the CSUSB Palm Desert Campus. Applicants are measured by academic and scholarship performance, leadership potential demonstrated by previous leadership experiences prior to graduation from high school and financial need.   

Robert A. & Shirley Saccaro Endowed Scholarship provides support to full-time sophomores, juniors, and seniors attending the CSUSB Palm Desert Campus. Student must have a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Roderick M. Hendry Scholarship provides scholarships to students with an overall GPA of 3.0, open to any declared major available at the Palm Desert Campus (PDC), must be an undergraduate student, must be enrolled as a full-time student at CSUSB PDC, must have completed at least 30 semester units of college course work with a required minimum of 9 semester units of course work in their declared major with at least a 3.0 GPA, and must submit a 500 word essay as to why they want, need and deserve this scholarship. Financial need is considered but not mandatory.

Steve and Catharine Briggs Scholarship provides scholarships to students enrolled in the College of Natural Science's Nursing or Allied Health Professions degree programs, must attend the Palm Desert Campus and demonstrate a commitment to the pursuit of a career in nursing or the allied health sciences. Financial need is considered but not essential.

Scholarships for Adult Re-Entry Students

Crankstart ReEntry Expendable Scholarship provides support to undergraduate students who are pursuing their first baccalaureate degree and who have experienced a cumulative gap in their education of five or more years. Student(s) must also demonstrate financial need. Scholarship monies are applied towards fees/tuition only. For more information, contact the Osher Adult Re-Entry Center.

Osher Re-Entry Scholarship provides support to undergraduate students who are pursuing their first baccalaureate degree and who have experienced a cumulative gap in their education of five or more years. Student(s) must also demonstrate financial need. Scholarship monies are applied towards fees/tuition only. For more information, contact the Osher Adult Re-Entry Center.

Off-Campus Scholarships

Off-campus scholarships are administered by other organizations not affiliated with CSUSB. Organizations such as community organizations, private companies, religious affiliations, etc. Listed below are just a few of the different sources to use when searching for off-campus scholarships. The information below was provided by off-campus organizations. Additional scholarships can also be found on the online Scholarship application by clicking on the "Search Scholarships" link.

Army ROTC Scholarships Through arrangements with Claremont McKenna College and the Department of Military Science at California State University San Bernardino, Army Reserve Officers' Training Corps programs are available to all qualified CSUSB students. Academic units earned in the program may be counted as elective units toward fulfillment of graduation requirements. Upon graduation and the successful completion of the Army ROTC program leads to a commission as a Second Lieutenant in the United States Army. Subsequent service will follow either as an active duty officer, an Army National Guard officer, or as a Reserve officer. Scholarships for two, three and four years are available to qualified students. Scholarships cover tuition or room and board. A monthly stipend is paid during participation in the program. In addition, participants receive a annual book allowance. Simultaneous participation with an Army National Guard or Reserve unit is also available. Army ROTC students in this program receive additional pay and benefits. There are also additional benefits for veterans. Interested students may obtain more information by calling the Army ROTC Program, California State University, San Bernardino at (909) 537-5533 or the enrollment officer at (909) 286-0113, email jmcb@csusb.edu.

Gates Millennium Scholars Program (GMSEstablished in 1999, the program was initially funded by a $1 billion grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. The goal of GMS is to promote academic excellence and to provide an opportunity for outstanding minority students with significant financial need to reach their highest potential. The GMS program is more than just a scholarship. The GMS program offers Gates Millennium Scholars with Academic Empowerment (ACE) services to encourage academic excellence; mentoring services for academic and personal development; and an online resource center that provides internship, fellowship and scholarship information.

Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF) and College Access Foundation have partnered to provide scholarship awards to assist outstanding Latinos who are high school seniors from Inland Empire (California counties of Riverside and San Bernardino) and that are planning to enroll at either the University of California, Riverside or California State University, San Bernardino. Selected students may receive the award for up to four years.

National Federation of the Blind is currently accepting scholarship applications. Scholarship awards range from $3,000 to $10,000. Visit the National Federation of the Blind website to apply.

Pathways to Success Program awards scholarships to Coachella Valley undergraduate students who have a minimum 2.0 GPA, and have financial need. Students must demonstrate leadership or involvement in their community or school and have the desire and motivation to succeed. Students must submit two letters of recommendation from a professor, instructor, counselor, or community leader. Applications are available at The Pathways to Success Program and must be postmarked by the established deadline for the award year.

Paying for College Resource Guide is provided by congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard's District office.  Constituents of the 34th District may request hardcopies to be mailed to them directly.  This directory is updated once a year.  Please check with each scholarship contact or website for the most current information.

SAP America Scholarship Program This program recognizes outstanding undergraduate students pursuing a degree in business, computer science, mathematics, or engineering. To learn more about the program and its requirements, visit their website. To apply for the scholarship program, visit the application site Scholarship Application. To be considered, applicants are required to submit the completed application, current transcript, resume, paper, and letter of recommendation following the directions listed in Program Requirements, to citizenship.usa@sap.com.

TELACU College Success Program provides support to students enrolled in a business-related field of study (business administration, accounting, finance, economics, international business relations, etc.) or STEM-related field of study (primarily engineering majors or computer science or technology majors). This scholarship is open to any grade level. Preference will be given to those who would particularly benefit from TELACU's program resources of professional, personal and academic empowerment and those that demonstrate financial need. Email CollegeSuccess@TELACU.com if interested (provide name, email and state your interest in the scholarship; they will then provide you with application materials and instructions).

Other Information Regarding Scholarships

Scholarship Search Engines are tools students can use to locate other scholarship opportunities. Students provide a profile, and the search engine alerts them to scholarship opportunities that match their criteria. Listed below are just a few examples of Scholarship Search Engines that students may use:

FastWEB is one of the largest scholarship search engines on the Internet. It provides access to a searchable database of more than 275,000 private sector scholarships, fellowships, grants, and student loans available to students.

ScholarshipExperts.com has been helping parents and students find scholarships for over five years. The database is constantly updated to provide the most accurate scholarship information available.

Scholarships.com is a free college scholarship search and financial aid information. It assists parents and students in obtaining scholarship awards for college and in exploring all financial aid for which the student is eligible. It also provides information and resources of local, state, and national scholarships and grant opportunities, in addition to the Federal and private loan options for funding a college education.

The Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships provides students with information on how to find scholarships, and also provides information that educates, such as scholarship scams. Listed below are some additional web sites: