The Torres Fund - Hope for Change in Academic Institutions Scholarship at California State University, Sacramento 2026

The Torres Fund - Hope for Change in Academic Institutions Scholarship at California State University, Sacramento 2026

This scholarship is designed to support students pursuing Bachelor's or Master's degrees in Biological Sciences at California State University, Sacramento. It provides partial funding and is open to all nationals, with an application deadline of March 2, 2026.

Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants must be majoring in Biological Sciences.
• Minimum GPA requirement: 3.0 overall.
• Applicants must be at the senior undergraduate level or classified/unclassified at the graduate level.
• Financial need may be considered but is not mandatory.
• Applicants must be enrolled at least half-time both at the time of award and application.

Scholarship Benefits

The scholarship offers partial funding, the amount of which varies. It aims to create a diverse and inclusive environment in academic institutions, particularly in STEM fields.

Application Process

Applicants are required to submit a one-to-two-page personal statement describing their plans for graduate school and their contributions towards increasing diversity in higher education and STEM fields.

Additional Information

• Essay Required: A personal statement as described above.
• Renewable Award: Recipients can reapply for the scholarship.
• Preference: Given to first-generation college students and students from communities underrepresented in STEM fields.

For more details and to apply, visit the official scholarship application page.