MSP Mexican-American Community Scholarship Endowment

2024-2025 Academic Year Award

The Mexican-American Community Scholarship was established in June 1983 by Donald Bizar on behalf of an anonymous donor. This scholarship is open to continuing CSUN students who are preparing to enter a field within and/or to the benefit of the Mexican-American community.

Please note: Any change to your enrollment status resulting in less than required enrollment for any term within the award year will result in a cancellation of your award.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Open to matriculated continuing CSUN students.
  • Undergraduate students must have a GPA of at least 3.0.
  • Graduate students must have a GPA of at least 3.5.
  • Must have a FAFSA or California Dream Act application on file for the upcoming academic year.
  • Undergraduate students must enroll in a minimum of 8+ units or more during the Fall & Spring terms of the award year
  • Graduate students must enroll in a minimum of 8+ units or more during the Fall & Spring terms of the award year
  • One letter of recommendation must be requested through the my Matador Scholarship system.
  • Must upload a copy of your student resume. A student resume is a detailed record of your personal and educational information. It includes the name of your school/college, coursework, projects (if any) undertaken, and awards. The resume may also contain additional information like your extracurricular activities, volunteer experiences, job experiences (if any), hobbies, etc.

    Please note:
    If you are receiving Financial Aid (including loans), your financial aid award(s) may be adjusted if you receive a scholarship amount that exceeds your financial aid total limit. Speak to a financial aid counselor during walk-in hours to get a detailed overview about your individual situation.

Award
$500.00
Deadline
05/01/2024
Supplemental Questions
  1. I am preparing to enter a career that will benefit the Mexican-American community.
  2. Please describe your academic and career goals, past achievements, obstacles you have overcome and significant activities in school, family, community, and/or work, and your aspirations for the future.
  3. Given your background, anticipated educational achievements, and future goals, how do you plan on giving back to the Mexican-American community?
  4. Describe your volunteer/community service experience in working with the Mexican-American community. How does your volunteer and community work relate to your aspirations for the future?
  5. Please upload: A copy of your student resume/CV. A student resume is a detailed record of your personal and educational information. It includes the name of your school/college, coursework, projects (if any) undertaken, and awards. The resume may also contain additional information like your extracurricular activities, volunteer experiences, job experiences (if any), hobbies, etc.
  6. [MSP 1] Please request: A letter of recommendation from a teacher, professor, counselor, or community leader - who can attest to your meritorious performance and personal strengths and can assess your potential for academic and career success. The letter should include a signature, title, and contact information. The letter should be addressed to: *Award Selection Committee*.
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