Below you will find a select list of currently open fellowships and scholarships. Where possible, opportunities are labeled as internal (open only to CSUEB students) or external (national opportunity). Please note that the list below does not represent all opportunities that are potentially available to you. To find more opportunities, including ones that have even more specific criteria than those listed below, please visit the Scholarships and Fellowships page on this site for additional search engines. Good luck!
African American Faculty and Staff Association (AAFSA) Scholarship
- Deadline to Apply: January 30, 2020
- Sponsor: African American Faculty and Staff Association (AAFSA) Scholarship
- Award Amount: $1,000
- Type: Internal
- Key Info: The African American Faculty and Staff Association (AAFSA) are pleased to announce the AAFSA Scholarship, open to eligible CSU East Bay students. To qualify for this opportunity, applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Be a currently enrolled undergraduate student
- Have a minimum CSUEB GPA of 2.5
- Reside in Alameda or Contra Costa county
- Provide two letters of reference from a CSUEB faculty or administrator
- - Award will disburse in the Fall semester
- For More Info: For questions regarding this scholarship or its criteria, please contact Darrell Bailey at 510-885-3585 or darrell.bailey@csueastbay.edu; or click here.
- To Apply: Click here.
Alameda/Contra Costa County Medical Association Scholarship
- Deadline to Apply: January 31, 2020
- Sponsor: Alameda/Contra Costa County Medical Association
- Award Amount: $3,000
- Key Info: The Alameda/Contra Costa County Medical Association Scholarship is awarded to students who are studying medicine or related fields. To qualify for this opportunity you must complete the General Application.
- For More Info: For questions regarding this scholarship and its criteria, please email nursing@csueastbay.edu; or click here.
- To Apply: Fill out the Pioneer Scholarships General Application which you can find here.
The ASI ACADEMIC BASED Student Scholarship
- Deadline to Apply: January 31, 2020
- Sponsor: CSUEB Associated Students
- Award Amount: $1,000
- Type: Internal
- Key Info: Associated Students Inc. (ASI) ACADEMIC BASED Scholarship is awarded to undergraduate and graduate students, who show a desire to complete a degree at California State University East Bay, and who show merit. To qualify for this opportunity, applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Have cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
- Have a declared major
- Will be enrolled full-time (12 units or more for Undergraduate and 8 units or more for Graduate students) in the upcoming Fall and Spring semesters.
- Provide one letter of recommendation
- International students are encouraged to apply. - For More Info: For questions regarding this scholarship and its criteria, please contact the ASI Office at erik.pinlac@csueastbay.edu or 510-885-2466.
- To Apply: Click here.
Associated Students Inc. (ASI) NEED BASED Scholarship
- Deadline to Apply: January 31, 2020
- Sponsor: CSUEB Associated Students
- Award Amount: $1,000
- Type: Internal
- Key Info: The ASI NEED BASED Student Scholarship is awarded undergraduate and graduate students, who show a desire to complete a degree at California State University East Bay, and who are in need of financial assistance. To qualify for this opportunity, applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements: a) Have a GPA of 2.0 or above; b) be enrolled full-time (12 units or more for Undergraduate and 8 units or more for Graduate students) in the upcoming terms; c) Provide one letter of recommendation. International students are encouraged to apply.
- For More Info: For questions regarding this scholarship and its criteria, please contact the ASI Office at erik.pinlac@csueastbay.edu or 510-885-2466.
- To Apply: Click here.
Albert and Agnes Chang Memorial Scholarship in Computer Science
- Deadline to Apply: January 31, 2020
- Donor: Alaric and Patricia Johnson
- Award Amount: $1,000
- Type: Internal
- Key Info:
The Albert and Agnes Chang Memorial Scholarship in Computer Science is awarded to students majoring in Computer Science. To qualify for this opportunity, applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Have attained junior or senior class level, majoring in Computer Science, at time of application
- Have a minimum 3.3 GPA in all completed college-level computer science courses
- Be a U.S. citizen
- Have financial need as demonstrated by filing a FAFSA
For questions regarding this scholarship and its criteria, please contact the Department of Computer Science at 510-885-4300 or email sharonda.broach@csueastbay.edu - For More Info: For questions regarding this scholarship and its criteria, contact the Department of Computer Science at 510-885-4300, email sharonda.broach@csueastbay.edu or click here.
- To Apply: Find out more by contact the Department of Computer Science at 510-885-4300 or email sharonda.broach@csueastbay.edu .
Bateman Family Scholarship
- Deadline to Apply: January 31, 2020
- Donor: Alaric and Patricia Johnson
- Award Amount: $1,000
- Type: Internal
- Key Info: The Bateman Family Scholarship is a university-wide scholarship. To qualify for this opportunity, applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Be enrolled or admitted as a Sophomore student, or higher
- Have a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA in all previous college-level work
This is an auto-match opportunity. To apply for this scholarship, complete the General Application. - For More Info: Click here.
- To Apply: Fill out the Pioneer Scholarships General Application which you can find here.
Alice and Victor Buencamino Endowed Scholarship
- Deadline to Apply: January 31, 2020
- Donor: Alice and Victor Buencamino
- Award Amount: Varies
- Type: Internal
- Key Info: The Alice and Victor Buencamino Endowed Scholarship is awarded to students majoring in Computer Science. To qualify for this Opportunity, applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Have attained a junior, senior, or graduate class level, majoring in Computer Science
- Have a minimum 3.3 GPA in all completed college-level computer science courses
- Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Preferred: Have financial need as evidenced by a student essay addressing how the scholarship will assist with the applicant’s studies. - For More Info: For questions regarding this scholarship and its criteria, contact the Department of Computer Science at 510-885-4300, email sharonda.frazier@csueastbay.edu or click here.
- To Apply: To apply for this scholarship, complete the Computer Science Department Scholarship Application.
Alumni Association Scholarship
- Deadline to Apply: January 31, 2020
- Donor: Cal State East Bay Alumni Association
- Award Amount: $1,000.00 - $2,000.00
- Type: Internal
- Key Info: The Alumni Association Scholarship is a university-wide scholarship. Priority will be given to dependent of CSUEB Alumni. To qualify for this Opportunity, applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Have a minimum 2.0 GPA;
- Be enrolled as a full-time student;
- Demonstrate financial need, by filing a FAFSA or California Dream Act - For More Info: Click here.
- To Apply: Click here.
Center for Student Research Scholar's Program Tuition Scholarship
- Deadline to Apply: January 31, 2020
- Donor: Center for Student Research Program
- Award Amount: $250 - $1,500/yr
- Type: Internal
- Key Info: The Center for Student Research Scholar’s Program Tuition Scholarship is awarded to CSUEB undergraduate and graduate students who are selected to join the CSR Scholar’s Program, and who either: a) participate in student or student-researcher development workshops (Level 1 Scholars, only), b) deliver CSR workshops (Level 2 CSR Scholars, only), or, c) serve as a peer mentor for one or more Level 1 CSR Scholars (Level 2 Scholars, only). We are a student-focused program that engages you in your own academic and professional development. We are committed to providing you with rich out-of-class learning experiences through our student and student-researcher development workshops as well as our faculty-mentored research and creative activity opportunities. The goal of the CSR Scholar’s Program is to positively impact your academic and professional success and to help prepare you for your next big step – be it graduate school or your career.
- For More Info: Click here.
- To Apply: Click here.
Charles and Marguerite Arolla Scholarship
- Deadline to Apply: January 31, 2020
- Donor: Charles Arolla
- Award Amount: $750
- Type: Internal
- Key Info: The Charles and Marguerite Arolla Scholarship is awarded to entering freshmen from Alameda or Contra Costa counties. To qualify for this opportunity, applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements: a) Be an incoming freshman; b) Reside in Alameda or Contra Costa county; c) Have a HS GPA of 3.6 or higher; d) Provide up to two letters of recommendation to why you wish to attend CSUEB; e) List any school activities, community service work, and work experience in your General Application. Be sure your Financial Need situation is well written and thoroughly explained in your Personal Statement via the General Application. Award will disburse evenly in the Fall and Spring semesters
- For More Info: Click here.
- To Apply: Click here.
Cherrie Nanninga Scholarship for the Promotion of Women in STEM
- Deadline to Apply: January 31, 2020
- Donor: Charles Arolla
- Award Amount: $1,000
- Type: Internal
- Key Info: To qualify for this scholarship, students must: a) Have a minimum GPA of 3.0; b) Be a junior in the College of Science; c) Majoring in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Environmental Science, Geology, Industrial Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Nursing, Health Sciences or construction Management; d) Submit a 300-500 word essay that demonstrates how the scholarship will help the your career goals in STEM and will promote, advance, and inspire women in the STEM field.
- For More Info: Click here.
- To Apply: Click here.
Community Service Scholarship
- Deadline to Apply: January 31, 2020
- Donor: Bruce and Marie Rosenblatt and Radin Foundation
- Award Amount: $1,000
- Type: Internal
- Key Info: The Community Service Scholarship (CSSP) is offered by Academic Advising & Career Education (AACE) and is a university-wide scholarship providing scholarships for participating undergraduate and graduate students. To qualify for this Opportunity, applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements: a) Have a minimum 2.0 GPA undergraduate students; 3.0 GPA for graduate students; b) Have completed a 100-hour summer internship at a CSUEB approved nonprofit organization; c) Have a major/career interest related to the position applied for; d) Are authorized to work in the U.S. (e.g., H-4 visa holders ineligible, F-1s are eligible with a SSN); e) Complete two reports after 50 hours of service during the summer internship; f) Have continued full-time enrollment in a degree program in the Fall term following the summer internship; g) Assist in advertising CSSP; become Ambassadors and share about their experience
- For More Info: For questions regarding this scholarship and its criteria, after reviewing the positions on Pioneer jobs, please contact Susana Moraga in Academic Advising & Career Education at 510-885-4236 or susana.moraga@csueastbay.edu. You can also click here.
- To Apply: To apply for internships and be considered for this scholarship, please visit the “CSSP webpage” here.
Concord Campus Executive Director's Scholarship
- Deadline to Apply: January 31, 2020
- Award Amount: $500
- Type: Internal
- Key Info: The Concord Executive Director Leadership Scholarship is awarded annually to deserving students (excluding graduating seniors) who have attended the Concord Campus during the academic year. The award recognizes students who have demonstrated a capacity for leadership and service while maintaining high academic standards. Two scholarships will be awarded in the upcoming Fall term. To qualify for this opportunity, applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements: a) Have attended the Concord Campus during the current academic year; b) Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0; c) Be enrolled in the upcoming Fall term; d) Provide a letter of recommendation from a community leader who has direct knowledge of your leadership qualities and community service/contribution, on letterhead. Award will disburse in the Fall term.
- For More Info: For questions regarding this scholarship and its criteria, please contact Cecilia Zefeldt at the Concord Campus at 925-602-6775 or cecilia.zefeldt@csueastbay.edu You can also click here.
- To Apply: To apply for internships and be considered for this scholarship, please visit the “CSSP webpage” here.
Chicanx Latinx Staff & Faculty Association 2019-2020 Scholarship
- Deadline to Apply: January 31, 2020
- Donor: Chicanx/Latinx Staff & Faculty Association (CLSFA)
- Award Amount: $500
- Type: Internal
- Key Info: The Chicanx/Latinx Staff & Faculty Association (CLSFA) aims to advocate for and support opportunities for Latinx students, faculty, and staff at Cal State East Bay. We are pleased to offer FIVE $500 CLSFA scholarships for the upcoming Fall 2019 term.
To qualify for this opportunity, applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements:
a) Be a currently enrolled undergraduate student, in good academic standing; b) Have a minimum CSUEB GPA of 2.5; c) Complete 2 short answer essay questions. - For More Info: Click here.
- To Apply: Click here.
Class of 2018 Endowed Scholarship
- Deadline to Apply: January 31, 2020
- Donor: the graduates of the Class of 2018
- Award Amount: $1,000
- Type: Internal
- Key Info: The graduates of the Class of 2018 established an endowed scholarship to provide scholarships for Cal State East Bay undergraduate or graduate students. To qualify for this Opportunity, applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements: 1) Have a minimum GPA of 2.0; 2) Be a matriculated graduate or undergraduate student; 3) Demonstrate financial need as evidenced by a) a completed FAFSA or b) a 250-word or less statement explaining how the scholarship will help with the cost of the recipient’s education, via the General Application personal statement.
- For More Info: Click here.
- To Apply: Click here.
College of Science Scholarship
- Deadline to Apply: January 31, 2020
- Donor: the graduates of the Class of 2018
- Award Amount: $1,500
- Type: Internal
- Key Info: The College of Science Scholarship provides scholarships and awards for undergraduate students in the College of Science. To qualify for this opportunity, applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements: a) Be an undergraduate student with a declared major within the College of Science; b) Have a cummulative GPA of 3.0 or higher; c) Demonstrate financial need by thoroughly answering the Financial Need Statement question; d) Demonstrate high achievement in science by submitting a supplemental statement that highlights those achievements and/or describes one or more high-quality project/s or poster presentation/s; e) Submit two letters of recommendation.
- For More Info: For questions regarding this scholarship and its criteria, please contact Jaime Maldonado in the College of Science Office in SC N137, by phone 510-885-3441 or email jaime.maldonado@csueastbay.edu. You can also click here.
- To Apply: Click here.
Devine Family Scholarship - Renaissance Scholars
- Deadline to Apply: January 31, 2020
- Donor: Patrick and Kathy Devine
- Award Amount: Varies
- Type: Internal
- Key Info: The scholarship recognizes an outstanding student who has demonstrated resilience, determination, and the drive and commitment to reach his or her goals, despite the obstacles related to being a foster youth. Eligible recipients shall meet the following criteria:1. Be a United States Citizen; 2. Be a participant in the Renaissance Scholars program for former and Submit a 300-500 word essay outlining how they have dealt with and overcome the many obstacles faced in their lives and how they are demonstrating resilience, persistence, and the drive and commitment to reach their goals; 6. Agree to send a thank you letter to donors
- For More Info: For questions regarding this scholarship and its criteria, please contact Jaime Maldonado in the College of Science Office in SC N137, by phone 510-885-3441 or email jaime.maldonado@csueastbay.edu. You can also click here.
- To Apply: Click here.
RAY Conservation Fellow (Multiple positions)
- Deadline to Apply: April 15, 2020 (January 18 - March 29, 2020: Fellowship Positions Posted on a Rolling Basis)
- Key Info: Inspired by efforts to increase racial diversity in conservation, the Roger Arliner Young (RAY) Conservation Diversity Fellowship Program aims to increase and facilitate conservation-related career pathways for emerging leaders of color. The RAY Fellowship Program is a paid fellowship designed to equip recent college graduates with the tools, experiences, support, and community they need to become leaders in the conservation sector—one that, in our visions of the future, fully represents, includes, and is led by the diverse communities, perspectives, and experiences of the United States.
Managed by the Environmental Leadership Program (ELP), the RAY Fellowship Program provides first-time career access opportunities for recent college graduates who do not have previous professional experience or a graduate degree. RAY Fellows are placed within one of our 'Member Organizations' for a year-long paid fellowship position, with the resources and support to develop experiences that will launch them onto a path of career growth in conservation. Fellows work with mentors, grow their networks, and forge lasting relationships with their cohort of Fellows. RAY Fellowship positions are full-time paid positions with competitive entry-level salaries plus benefits. Fellows will also receive a stipend of $1,000 to go towards professional development opportunities, in addition to coordinated professional development through RAY Member Organizations and ELP. - For More Info: Click here.
- To Apply: Click here.
Sea Grant Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship
- Deadline to Apply: February 21, 2020
- Sponsor: National Sea Grant College Program
- Type: Exernal
- Key Info: The fellowship provides a unique educational and professional experience for graduate students interested in ocean, coastal and Great Lakes resources and policy decisions affecting those resources. Fellows are matched with “hosts” in the legislative and executive branches of government for a one-year, paid immersive policy experience in the Washington D.C. area.
- To be eligible for the 2021 fellowship (which lasts February 1, 2021 through January 31, 2022),
- Requirements:
- A student must be enrolled towards a degree in a graduate program as of the application deadline of February 21, 2020;
- The student’s graduate degree program must be through an accredited institution of higher education in the United States or U.S. Territories;
- Students are eligible regardless of nationality; domestic and international students at accredited U.S. institutions may apply; and
- Applicants must have an interest in ocean, coastal and Great Lakes resources and in the national policy decisions affecting those resources.
- A student must be enrolled towards a degree in a graduate program as of the application deadline of February 21, 2020;
