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  • Career Center
  • Community Engagement
  • Scholarships
    • CSUSB offers several scholarships for students involved in Black programs and initiatives.
    • CSU Black Student Success Scholarship: Awards students demonstrating leadership in promoting equitable access to higher education and engaging in community service advancing anti-racism and positive cultural change.
    • Black Faculty, Staff and Student Association (BFSSA) Scholarship Fund: Supports students with a minimum 3.0 GPA involved in organizations like SAAS, SAAB, BSU, or Black Scholars Hall, demonstrating a commitment to diversity and underserved communities.
    • Dr. Mildred Henry Scholarship: Assists students with a minimum 2.0 GPA committed to diversity and underserved communities.
    • Overton Scholarship: Targets students with a minimum 3.0 GPA actively promoting diversity and supporting underserved communities.
    • Terrilyn Monette Scholarship: Assists full-time Liberal Studies majors committed to community service and involved in BFSSA networks.
    • For detailed information on eligibility criteria, application processes, and deadlines, visit the CSUSB Scholarship Office website or the BFSSA webpage.
  • TIPS for Scholarships:
    • Academic Performance: Maintain a high GPA to meet eligibility criteria for many scholarships.
    • Community Involvement: Engage in community service to showcase your well-roundedness and commitment to making a difference.
    • Leadership Roles: Hold positions in clubs or organizations to demonstrate your initiative and leadership skills.
    • Background and Interests: Identify scholarships targeting your specific demographics or fields of study.
    • Thorough Research: Carefully review each scholarship's criteria and tailor your application to meet those requirements.
    • Compelling Essays: Craft well-written and compelling essays that highlight your achievements and aspirations.
    • Timely Applications: Submit applications diligently and on time to avoid missing opportunities.

For more detailed guidance, visit the CSUSB Scholarship Office website or consult the Financial Aid section in your myCoyote portal.