I'm planning to attend California State University San Bernardino, but I'm concerned about finances. Does anyone know what scholarships are available for incoming freshmen at CSU San Bernardino? Any specific ones I should look into?
Yes, California State University San Bernardino offers a variety of scholarships to incoming freshmen. The scholarships are based on academic performance, major, leadership potential, and a variety of other criteria.
Among the scholarships specifically geared toward incoming freshmen is the CSUSB President’s Academic Excellence Scholarship. This scholarship is for incoming California high school graduates with a GPA of 3.75 or higher. It covers full tuition and fees plus an annual stipend towards housing or transportation.
Another is the James Irvine Foundation and CSUSB Scholarship, which is for low-income incoming freshmen students who are State of California residents. The scholarship amount varies depending on the student's financial need.
The Martin Luther King Jr./CSUSB Meritorious Scholarship is also available for underrepresented minority students who are California residents, graduating from high school.
In addition to these, aspiring Business majors can apply for the Business Alliance Scholarship, a scholarship for incoming freshmen who are also California residents and have declared a major within the College of Business and Public Administration.
To apply for these scholarships, you should submit the FAFSA to determine your eligibility for need-based scholarships and fill out CSU San Bernardino's online scholarship application through their Academic Works platform, which will connect you with other scholarships you might be eligible for.
Do note that scholarship application deadlines typically fall early in the year, so it's a good idea to start searching and applying for scholarships as soon as you can. Ensure to have all necessary supporting documents ready as well to avoid last-minute rushes.
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