College of Health and Human Development
These scholarships have been established to assist students majoring in programs offered by the College of Health and Human Development. Information about the possibility of additional scholarships may be obtained from the Office of the Assistant Dean, EC-606.
Note: The notification process does not include a notification to all applicants but only to the selected recipient(s) of the scholarship. The expected date of notification is the end of May.
Alumni Association Scholarship for the College of Health and Human Development
Amount: $1,000
Established by: This scholarship was established and funded by the Cal State Fullerton Alumni Association to recognize students who have demonstrated outstanding academic performance in the College of Health and Human Development. In addition, this scholarship recognizes leadership and service within the college.
Open to: This scholarship is open to new and continuing majors in the College of Health and Human Development who are pursuing an undergraduate or a graduate degree.
Criteria: Academic achievement • Good academic standing • Leadership
• Extracurricular activities • Service to academic department or College of Health and Human Development
Application Procedure: 1) Complete the SA application, answering all 7 questions, and sign the certification; and 2) Submit all application materials to EC-606.
Application Deadline: April 1
Timothy S. Ray Scholarship Fund
Amount: $500 (subject to funding)
Established by: This scholarship is funded by the parents of Timothy S. Ray to honor his memory and to assist students who are preparing for a career in the helping professions.
Open To: This scholarship is open to continuing full-time juniors and seniors majoring in Human Services, Child Development or Counseling.
Criteria: Scholastic achievement • Financial need • Community service activities
Application Procedure: 1) Complete the SA application, answering all 7 questions, and sign the certification; 2) Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) (or have one on file) to establish financial need; and 3) Submit the application to the College of Health and Human Development, EC-606, (714) 278-3311.
Application Deadline: April 1
CHILD AND ADOLESCENT STUDIES
Dedication to Children, Adolescents, and/or Families Award
Amount: $100 (dependent upon funding)
Established by: This scholarship was established to recognize volunteer efforts. Award will be given based on dedication to improve lives of children, adolescents, and/or families whose actions demonstrate knowledge derived from scientific research.
Open to: This scholarship is open to new and continuing Child and Adolescent major students who are pursuing an undergraduate degree.
Criteria: Volunteer efforts • Dedication above required level in paid employment • Life improvement
Application Procedure: Complete the self-nomination form available from the Child and Adolescent Studies Department, EC-105, (714) 278-2877.
Application Deadline: April 1
James Gilmore Outstanding Senior Child and Adolescent Studies Student
Amount: $100 (subject to funding)
Established by: This scholarship was established to recognize and honor students who have demonstrated outstanding academic performance and service to the community and commitment to education.
Open to: This scholarship is open to continuing Child and Adolescent major students who have attained senior status by completing 90 units.
Criteria: Senior status • GPA • Community service
Application Procedure: 1) Wait for letter that confirms your GPA qualification; 2) Complete departmental application; and 3) Submit application with award nomination packet to EC-105, c/o Child and Adolescent Studies Department
(714) 278-2877.
Application Deadline: April 1
The Althea Bernhard McLaren Art Award in Child Development
Amount: $250 and a plaque (subject to funding)
Established by: This scholarship is named in memory of Althea Bernhard McLaren by her husband, Dr. Robert McLaren, Professor Emeritus, CSUF. Selection of the recipient will include a review of how drawing, painting, sculpture or music fosters creativity and art appreciation among children.
Open to: This scholarship is open to new and continuing junior and senior students with a major in Child and Adolescent Studies and either Visual Art or Music.
Criteria: Involvement with community (church, summer camps, civic clubs) • Use of drawing, painting, or sculpture
Application Procedure: 1) Complete the application available from the Child and Adolescent Studies Department,
EC-105, (714) 278-2877; 2) Complete instructions as described in application; and 3) Submit completed application to
EC-105.
Application Deadline: April 1
Robert B. McLaren Moral Development and Education Award
Amount: $250 and an engraved plaque (subject to funding)
Established by: This scholarship was established by Dr. Robert B. McLaren to recognize and honor students who demonstrate skills in researching the foundations of moral development in children and youth in a child-care setting, youth group, religious institution or school.
Open To: This scholarship is open to Child and Adolescent Studies majors.
Criteria: 3.0 GPA • 3.2 GPA in major • Demonstrated skills in research using interdisciplinary methods • Program implementation
Application Procedure: 1) Complete the self-nomination form available in Child and Adolescent Studies Department, EC-105, (714) 278-2877; and 2) Submit the application to EC-105.
Application Deadline: April 1
Outstanding Junior Child and Adolescent Studies Student
Amount: $100 (subject to funding)
Established by: This scholarship was established to recognize and honor students who have demonstrated outstanding academic performance and service to the community and commitment to education.
Open to: This scholarship is open to continuing Child and Adolescent major students who have attained junior status by completing 60 units.
Criteria: GPA • Junior status • Community service
Application Procedure: 1) Wait for letter that confirms your GPA qualification; 2) Complete departmental application; and 3) Submit application with award nomination packet to EC-105, c/o Child and Adolescent Studies Department
(714) 278-2877
Application Deadline: April 1
Outstanding Lower Division Child and Adolescent Studies Student
Amount: $100 (Subject to funding)
Established by: This scholarship was established to recognize and honor students who have demonstrated outstanding academic performance and service to the community and commitment to education.
Open to: This scholarship is open to new or continuing Child and Adolescent major students who are freshmen or sophomores.
Criteria: GPA • Freshman or sophomore status • Community service
Application Procedure: 1) Wait for letter that confirms your GPA qualification; 2) Complete departmental application; and 3) Submit application with award nomination packet to EC-105, c/o Child and Adolescent Studies Department
714) 278-2877
Application Deadline: April 1
Kimberly Perkins Award for Dedication to Academic Excellence
Amount: $500 (dependent upon funding)
Established by: This scholarship was established to recognize and honor students who have demonstrated outstanding academic performance and continued commitment to personal and professional development in challenging circumstances. Recipient is selected from those nominated by Child and Adolescent Studies (CAS) faculty or CAS classmates.
Open to: This scholarship is open to new and continuing Child and Adolescent major students who are pursuing an undergraduate degree.
Criteria: GPA • Nomination
Application Procedure: 1) Confirm nominator; 2) Pick up nomination form in EC-105, or direct potential nominator to EC office for application; 3) Ensure form is completed; and 4) Ensure form is submitted prior to deadline to EC-105, c/o Child and Adolescent Studies Department (714) 278-2877
Application Deadline: April 1
The Judith V. Ramirez Early Childhood Education Award
Amount: $500 and a plaque (subject to funding)
Established by: This scholarship was established by Dr. Judith V. Ramirez to recognize dedication and commitment in a student majoring in Child and Adolescent Studies.
Open to: This scholarship is open to Child and Adolescent Studies major in any class standing.
Criteria: 2.5 GPA • 2.8 GPA in major • Demonstration of improving children services • Involvement with childhood education organizations
Application Procedure: 1) Complete the self-nomination form available in the Child and Adolescent Studies Department, EC-105, (714) 278-2877; and 2) Submit the application to EC-105.
Application Deadline: April 1
Georgia Rosen Service to Department
Amount: $100 (dependent upon funding)
Established by: This scholarship was established to recognize volunteer efforts. Recipient of this award will have volunteered in the Child and Adolescent Studies department, the College of Health and Human Development or by their efforts have made the University a better place.
Open to: This scholarship is open to new and continuing Child and Adolescent major students who are pursuing an undergraduate degree.
Criteria: Volunteer efforts
Application Procedure: 1) Complete the self-nomination form available from the Child and Adolescent Studies Department, EC-105, (714) 278-2877; and 2) Submit the form to CS-105.
Application Deadline: April 1
HEALTH SCIENCE
Health Science Department Graduate Scholarship
Amount: $300 award (subject to funding)
Established by: This scholarship was established by the Health Science Department to honor scholastic achievement.
Open to: This scholarship is open to graduate majors in the Health Science Department who have completed at least 6 units toward their advanced degree.
Criteria: 3.2 GPA • Scholastic achievement • Community/university service • Professional experience • Promise
Application Procedure: 1) Complete the SA application, answering all 7 questions, and sign the certification; 2) Attach a typed resume; and 3) Submit application materials to KHS-121, (714) 278-3316.
Application Deadline: April 8
Health Science Department Undergraduate Scholarship
Amount: $300 award (subject to funding)
Established by: This scholarship was established by the Health Science Department to honor scholastic achievement.
Open to: This scholarship is open to undergraduate majors in the Health Science Department who have completed at least 15 units in Health Science course work.
Criteria: 3.0 GPA • Scholastic achievement • Community/university service • Professional experience • Promise
Application Procedure: 1) Complete the SA application, answering all 7 questions, and sign the certification; 2) Attach a typed resume; and 3) Submit application materials to KHS-121, (714) 278-3316.
Application Deadline: April 8
Health Science Outstanding Graduate Student
Amount: $150 (subject to funding)
Established by: This award was established by the Health Science Department to recognize outstanding academic achievement, community/university service, and professional promise and candidates are nominated by faculty.
Open to: Nomination for this award is open to graduating graduate students in the Department of Health Science.
Criteria: Outstanding academic achievement • Community/university service • Professional promise
Application Procedure: By nomination only
Application Deadline: April 8
Health Science Outstanding Undergraduate Student
Amount: $150 (subject to funding)
Established by: This award was established by the Health Science Department to recognize outstanding academic achievement, community/university service, and professional promise and candidates are nominated by faculty.
Open to: Nomination for this award is open to graduating undergraduate students in the Department of Health Science.
Criteria: Outstanding academic achievement • Community/university service • Professional promise
Application Procedure: By nomination only
Application Deadline: April 8
HUMAN SERVICES
Gerald and Marianne Corey Scholarship
Amount: $150 (may vary with funding)
Established by: This scholarship was established by the Human Services Department to recognize scholastic promise and financial need. The Human Services faculty determines the recipient.
Open to: This scholarship is open to juniors in the Human Services Program.
Criteria: Scholastic promise • Financial need
Application Procedure: 1) Complete the SA application, answering all 7 questions, and sign the certification;
2) Complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) (or have one on file) for establishing financial need; and 3) Submit the application to the Human Services Department, EC-105, (714) 278-4161.
Application Deadline: April 1
Chin Suk Kim Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $500
Established by: This scholarship was established by Dr. Mikyong Kim-Goh and her family to honor the memory of their mother. Students with demonstrated commitment and dedication to improve the lives of disadvantaged children and families are especially encouraged to apply.
Open to: This scholarship is open to continuing full-time Human Services major juniors and seniors who are pursuing an undergraduate degree.
Criteria:Full-time enrollment • Scholastic achievement • Professional promise • Community/University service
Application Procedure: 1) Complete the SA application, answering all 7 questions, and sign the certification; 2) Attach your resume; 3) Provide one letter of recommendation from a CSUF faculty member; and 4) Submit the completed application materials to EC-409, (714) 278-4161.
Application Deadline: April 1
Human Services Department Scholarship
Amount: $500
Established by: This scholarship was established to recognize and honor students who have demonstrated outstanding academic performance and dedication to the field of human services.
Open to: This scholarship is open to graduating Human Services major seniors who are pursuing an undergraduate degree.
Criteria: Scholastic Achievement • Professional Promise • Community Service
Application Procedure: 1) Complete the SA application, answering all 7 questions, and sign the certification; 2) Attach your typed resume; 3) Provide one letter of recommendation from CSUF faculty; and 4) Submit application materials to EC-409, (714) 278-4161.
Application Deadline: April 1
Beverly and Arnold Miller University Scholarship in Gerontology
Amount: $1,000 to $1,500 (up to 8 awards)
Established by: This scholarship is an endowed program established by Beverly and Arnold Miller to provide support to students who are pursuing careers in Gerontology. Awards are given annually with the opportunity to be renewed with demonstrated recipient accomplishments. Finalists may be asked to participate in an interview.
Open to: This scholarship is open to junior/senior students with a minor or concentration in Gerontology or to graduate students who have been accepted into the M.S. Gerontology Degree program.
Criteria: High Academic Achievement • Professional Promise • Demonstrated interest in a career in adult
health/wellness or Gerontology
Application Procedure: 1) Complete the SA application, answering all 7 questions, and sign the certificate; 2) Include a copy of transcript with Gerontology courses taken and grades received; 3) Prepare a typed essay of approximately 250 words describing interest and potential for a career in Gerontology; 4) Obtain two letters of recommendation (at least one letter from a CSUF faculty member; and 5) Submit application and materials to the Gerontology Academic Program Office, H-735K, (714) 278-7043.
Application Deadline: April 2
Dr. Sandra Russell Award for Group Leadership
Amount: $100 (may vary with funding)
Established by: This scholarship is sponsored by the Human Services Student Association, Human Services Program and Dr. J. Michael Russell. Dr. Sandra Russell contributed to the training of group leaders from 1983 to 1993 and this scholarship was created in memory of what she inspired.
Open to: This scholarship is open to current students who have been or wish to be group leaders for any of the Human Services 300, Character and Conflict classes.
Criteria: CSUF GPA • Financial need • Career goals • Campus/community activities
Application procedure: 1) Complete application available in Human Services, EC-105 (714) 278-4161; 2) Include a statement which addresses a) your financial need, b) CSUF GPA, c) career interests/goals, d) current campus or community activities related to human services, and e) an assessment of your experience as a group leader; and
3) Submit application materials to Dr. J. Michael Russell, EC-105.
Application Deadline: April 8
KINESIOLOGY DEPARTMENT
Kinesiology Department Undergraduate Scholarship
Amount: $250 (subject to funding)
Established by: This scholarship was established by the Kinesiology Department to honor scholastic achievement and service. A student may only be awarded this scholarship once.
Open to: This scholarship is open to undergraduate majors in the Kinesiology Department who have completed at least 15 units in Kinesiology course work.
Criteria: 3.0 GPA • Scholastic achievement • Community/university service • Professional experience • Promise
Application Procedure: 1) Complete the SA application, answering all 7 questions, and sign the certification; 2) Attach a typed resume; and 3) Submit application materials to KHS-126, (714) 278-3316.
Application Deadline: April 8
Kinesiology Department Graduate Scholarship
Amount: $250 (subject to funding)
Established by: This scholarship was established by the Kinesiology Department to honor scholastic achievement and service. A student may only be awarded this scholarship once.
Open to: This scholarship is open to graduate majors in the Kinesiology Department who have completed at least 6 units toward their advanced degree.
Criteria: 3.2 GPA • Scholastic achievement • Community/university service • Professional experience • Promise
Application Procedure: 1) Complete the SA application, answering all 7 questions, and sign the certification; 2) Attach a typed resume; and 3) Submit application materials to KHS-126, (714) 278-3316.
Application Deadline: April 8
Kinesiology Outstanding Undergraduate Student
Amount: $150 (subject to funding)
Established by: This scholarship was established by the Kinesiology Department to recognize outstanding academic achievement, community/university service, and professional promise and candidates are nominated by faculty.
Open to: Faculty nomination for this award is open to graduating undergraduate students in the Department of Kinesiology.
Criteria: Outstanding academic achievement • Community/university service • Professional promise
Application Procedure: By faculty nomination only
Application Deadline: April 8
Kinesiology Outstanding Graduate Student
Amount: $150 (subject to funding)
Established by: This scholarship was established by the Kinesiology Department to recognize outstanding academic achievement, community/university service, and professional promise and candidates are nominated by faculty.
Open to: Nomination for this award is open to graduating graduate students during their second academic year in the Department of Kinesiology.
Criteria: Outstanding academic achievement • Community/university service • Professional promise
Application Procedure: By faculty nomination only
Application Deadline: April 8
Kinesiology Sport and Exercise Psychology Scholarship
Amount: $150.00
Established by: This scholarship was established and funded by Dr. Carol Weinmann, Kinesiology Department and Professor Emeritus to recognize and honor a student who demonstrates the importance of the psychological/mental role in performance behavior. The Selection Committee will select the recipient (who is continuing enrollment in the following fall semester) and award the scholarship at the end of the spring semester for use in the fall semester to help purchase textbooks and materials. If the applicant is graduating in the spring semester, the senior must show verification of applying to an advanced degree program. An “A” grade is required from KNES 383 (Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity). The applicant, if they haven’t, must plan on taking either KNES 432 (Applied Exercise Psychology), KNES 430 (Applied Sport Psychology), HESC 430 (Health Psychophysiology I) or HESC 440 (Determinants of Health Behavior).
Open to: This award is open to full time junior and senior Kinesiology majors.
Criteria: Must have earned an A grade in KNES 383
Application Procedure: 1) Complete the application, which is available the second week of spring semester in KHS-121 (714) 278-3316; 2) Attach an unofficial transcript obtained from TITAN Online using the student portal; 3) Prepare a typed essay of no more than 300 words describing how you will use the knowledge you learned in KNES 383 in your future chosen profession; 4) If a senior, attach a copy of your completed application and cancelled check for graduate school admission; and 5) Submit completed application materials to KHS-121.
Application Deadline: April 1
Julie Max Athletic Training Scholarship
Amount: Two $750 or three $500 awards (subject to funding)
Established by: This scholarship was established by Dr. Brent Brevard, 1983, to promote the Athletic Training Education Program and encourage educational success among program participants.
Open to: This scholarship is open to any currently enrolled and returning student for the next academic year who have been accepted into the Athletic Training Education Program.
Criteria: Financial need • Demonstrated academic, clinical and professional success
Application Procedure: 1) Complete the SA application, answering all 7 questions, and sign the certification;
2) Complete the Free Application for Federal Aid (FAFSA) (or have one file) to establish financial need; 3) Provide an essay (no more than 500 words) discussing your reasons for pursuing a career in athletic training, where you see the profession of athletic training progressing in your lifetime, and why you are deserving of this scholarship; 4) Provide a current resume; and 5) Submit all materials to KHS-163).
Application Deadline: April 8
MILITARY SCIENCE
Army ROTC Scholarships
Amount: Full tuition, plus $900 for books and up to $500 per month for cost of living expenses
Established by: This scholarship is funded by the Military Science/Army Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) Program. Two, three and four-year scholarships are offered. The number of scholarships awarded annually is dependent upon the number of applicants. The cost of living expense is prorated based on class level ($300, freshmen; $350, sophomores; $450, juniors; $500, seniors). If you would like more information, contact (714) 278-3007/5545.
Open to: This scholarship is open to full-time graduate and undergraduate students enrolled in the ROTC program.
Criteria: 2.5 GPA • Full-time enrollment • Interview
Application Procedure: 1) Complete the application, available from the Military Science Department, E-301,
(714) 278-5545; 2) Submit the completed application to Engineering 301, and 3) Complete an in-person interview with Military Science Faculty.
Application Deadline: November 15 and March 15
NURSING
Federal Traineeship Funds for Graduate Nursing Students
Amount: Varies (subject to funding)
Established by: This program was established by the federal government to assist graduate nursing students. Two traineeships are awarded: One to first year graduate students only; one to second year anesthesia students.
Open to: This scholarship is open to students in the graduate nursing program.
Criteria: 3.0 GPA • Admitted to CSUF graduate nursing program • Continuous enrollment in the pre-planned program
Application Procedure: 1) Complete an application available in the Nursing Department, EC-199, (714) 278-3336; and 2) Submit the application to CSUF Nursing Department, P.O. Box 6868, EC-199, Fullerton, CA 92834-6868.
Application Deadline: December 1
Maria Dolores Hernandez Fund
Amount: $1,000—$5,000 (subject to funding)
Established by: This scholarship is named for Maria Dolores Hernandez, who was a nursing leader in Orange County and an officer in the U.S. Air Force for 20 years.
Open to: This scholarship is open to students who have been admitted to the CSUF Nursing Program.
Criteria: Record of leadership • Leadership potential in nursing
Application Procedure: Complete the application available in the Nursing Department, EC-199, (714) 278-4301.
Application Deadline: April 29
Kaiser Permanente Registered Nurse Scholarship
Amount: Variable
Established by: This scholarship is funded by Kaiser Permanente. Other scholarship opportunities provided by Kaiser can be found by visiting http://financialaid.KP.org or calling (866) 232-2934.
Open to: This scholarship is open to registered nurses enrolled in a baccalaureate nursing program.
Criteria: 2.0 GPA • Good academic standing • Graduation scheduled after October
Application Procedure: 1) Beginning January, obtain a Kaiser application from EC-199, (714) 278-3336; 2) Complete Kaiser application; and 3) Submit completed application to EC-199.
Application Deadline: March 1
National Association of Hispanic Nurses Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Established by: This scholarship is sponsored by the Orange County Chapter of the National Association of Hispanic Nurses (NAHN). Applicants must be residents of Orange County or nominated by a NAHN Orange County member. Other scholarship opportunities offered by NAHN can be found at www.thehispanicnurses.org.
Open to: This scholarship is open to Orange County resident students who plan to enroll or have been admitted to the CSUF Nursing BSN or MSN programs.
Criteria: • Potential for leadership • Financial need
Application Procedure: 1) Obtain the necessary application forms from EC-199, (714) 278-3336; 2) Complete the scholarship application and financial screening form; 3) Write a one-page typed essay that reflects your qualifications and potential for leadership in nursing; 4) Provide a letter of support from a faculty member outlining your future professional contribution to the nursing profession and potential to act as a role model for other aspiring nursing students, and 5) Submit completed forms to EC-199.
Application Deadline: November 26
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