Northridge Scholarship Program
This merit-based program was established to honor the academic talents of our CSUN students and promote their future success. Students who are interested in growing as a scholar are encouraged to apply. The program gives students the opportunity to receive a Presidential Scholars Award or a University Scholars Scholarship Award.
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Matador Scholarship Program
This program is CSUN 's oldest scholarship program. The program is designed to support the financial need of Cal State Northridge’s best and brightest students. Students must file a FAFSA to apply.
Alumni Association Scholarships
Alumni scholarships are made possible through the generosity of those who believe in investing in the futures of others. Support comes from revenue generated by membership in the Alumni Association and through personal donations by alumni who believe in giving back to their alma mater that gave so much to them.
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Department Scholarships
Several on-campus departments offer scholarships. Click on the link below to look for your academic program. If your program is not listed check with your department’s office.
Scholarships listed by department
Special Programs
Cal State Northridge is pleased to offer scholarship awards in support of our undergraduate and graduate students’ academic interests and successes.
Jonathan David Schweid Memorial Scholarship
Liane Mariel Schweid Memorial Scholarship
Hearst CSU Trustees' Award
CSU Dumont Scholarship
CSU Dumke Fellowship
AmeriCorps Award
TELACU Scholarship Program
Dale M. Schoettler Scholarship Program
The Gates Millenium Scholars
Barbara Ann Ward Scholarship for Spanish Studies
Off-Campus Scholarship Opportunities
Cal State Northridge is pleased to offer a wide variety of off-campus scholarships and awards to honor the academic success of our undergraduate and graduate students.
Scholarship Announcements
Scholarship Search Websites
Notifying CSUN of Outside Scholarships
Governor's Scholarshare Program
Cal State Northridge is pleased to offer the Governor's Scholarshare Program.
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Scholarships for International Students
To help you with your search we have listed a few websites that cater to international students seeking scholarships. We hope you find the sites below helpful. Please exercise caution in your search as CSUN will not be held liable for the contents of the below websites and does not endorse scholarship search engines for which there is a fee.
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Scholarships for AB 540 Students
The California Dream Act of 2011 became law through the passage of two Assembly Bills, AB 130 and AB 131. AB 130, effective January 1, 2012, allows students who meet AB 540 criteria (California Education Code 68130.5(a)) to apply for, and receive non-state funded scholarships at California public colleges and universities.
CSUN students who meet AB 540 criteria may now apply for the Matador Scholarship Program and the Northridge Scholarship Program. Additionally, we have listed links to off-campus scholarship opportunities and financial aid guides. We hope you find the sites helpful. Please exercise caution in your search as CSUN will not be held liable for the content on the websites.
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