Child and Adolescent Development Alumni Chapter Scholarship Program for CADV Majors

2026–2027 Academic Year Award

The goal of the CADV Alumni Chapter Scholarships is to support Child and Adolescent Development (CADV) students and alumni who demonstrate meaningful leadership and involvement within the CSUN community and the profession of Child and Adolescent Development.

CADV Alumni Chapter Scholarships

Dr. Carol S. Kelly Endowment Scholarship (Two $1,000 scholarships awarded)
The goal of the Dr. Carol Kelly Scholarship is to support a Child and Adolescent Development major or alumnus who demonstrates leadership through community involvement and who will be pursuing a graduate degree at CSUN.

Holding Hands Scholarship (One $1,000 scholarship awarded)
The goal of the Holding Hands Scholarship is to support a Child and Adolescent Development major or alumnus who is the first family member to pursue a graduate degree at CSUN and whose career goal is to work with children or adolescents challenged with behavioral and mental health needs.

Healthy Minds Consulting Scholarship (One $500 scholarship awarded)
The goal of the Healthy Minds Consulting Scholarship is to support a Child and Adolescent Development major or alumnus whose career goal is to work professionally with children or adolescents and is involved in advocacy or intends to pursue a career in this realm.

Brighter Minds Scholarship (One $500 scholarship awarded)
The goal of the Brighter Minds Scholarship is to support a Child and Adolescent Development major or CADV alumnus who is the first family member to pursue a degree in higher education and whose goal is to pursue a career with children and/or adolescents in behavioral or mental health.

Nedjat Gabbaie Scholarship (Two $500 scholarship awarded)
The goal of the Nedjat Gabbaie Scholarship is to support a Child and Adolescent Development major or alumnus whose career goal is to work with children or adolescents challenged with learning disabilities or is currently working with this population.

Jackey Konialian Scholarship (One $500 scholarship awarded)
The goal of the Jackey Konialian Scholarship is to support a Child and Adolescent Development major or alumnus whose goal is to work with children and adolescents challenged with special educational needs and/or is currently working with this population.

"Sí podemos" Scholarship (One $500 scholarship awarded)
The goal of the "Sí podemos" Scholarship is to support a Child and Adolescent Development major or CADV alumnus who is the first family member to pursue a degree in higher education and whose goal is to pursue a career with children and/or adolescents in behavioral or mental health.

Alternative Solutions – Youseff Hodaly Scholarship (One $500 scholarship awarded)
The goal of the Alternative Solutions – Youseff Hodaly Scholarship is to support a Child and Adolescent Development major and/or Psychology undergraduate who is a single parent returning to school to pursue a degree working with children, adolescents, or families.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Must be a Child and Adolescent Development major or CADV alumnus returning to CSUN.
  • Eligible academic levels include: Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior, Master’s, Doctoral, and Credential students.
  • Must demonstrate well-balanced and meaningful involvement and leadership in community and/or extracurricular activities.
  • Must be in good academic standing and demonstrate academic competency.
  • Must have a minimum CSUN cumulative GPA of 2.5.
  • Enrollment requirement for CSUN coursework during the 2026–2027 academic year:
    • Recipients of $1,000 scholarships must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 units per term.
    • Recipients of $500 scholarships must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 units per term.
  • For alumni or graduating seniors, verification of acceptance into a post-baccalaureate or graduate program at CSUN and/or verification of enrollment for the Fall 2026 semester must be submitted before the scholarship is awarded.

Application Requirements

  • A completed application.
  • A personal essay.
  • Two letters of recommendation.
  • Unofficial transcripts.
  • For graduate applicants, verification of acceptance into a post-baccalaureate or graduate program at CSUN and/or verification of enrollment for the Fall 2026 semester at CSUN.

Additional Requirements

Recipients are required to submit a thank-you note to the donor. Scholarship funds will not be released until a copy of the thank-you note has been received.

Important Eligibility Notice

Chapter scholarships can only be awarded to current or returning CSUN students. Students who are graduating and do not plan to return to CSUN in an academic capacity during the term in which scholarship funds are received are not eligible to receive a scholarship.

Letters of recommendation should address the length and context of the recommender’s relationship with the applicant, the applicant’s academic and professional achievements, potential for future success in the field of Child and Adolescent Development, any challenges overcome, and the applicant’s motivation and initiative.

Questions may be directed to cadv.alumni@csun.edu.

Award
Varies ($ 500-1,000)
Deadline
04/18/2026
Supplemental Questions
  1. Please select the scholarship(s) you are applying for from the drop-down menu.
  2. I am a first generation college student.
  3. I am an AB 540 student, DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals), or other undocumented status.
  4. My career goal is to enter a helping profession.
  5. What is your expected graduation date?
  6. I have a well-balanced and meaningful involvement and leadership in community and/or extracurricular activities.
  7. I am pursuing a graduate degree at CSUN.
  8. I am in good academic standing and/or have academic competencies.
  9. I am contributing to the CADV profession through CSUN and outside community involvement.
  10. I am a continuing or incoming Child and Adolescent Development undergraduate major or alumnus entering a graduate program.
  11. I am a Child and Adolescent Development major or alumnus whose goal is to work with children and adolescents challenged with special educational needs and/or am currently working with this population.
  12. I am an undergraduate applicant who is a first generation student, and have a deceased parent/caretaker or an incarcerated family member, and I work with children and adolescents challenged with educational and behavioral needs.

  13. Scholarship Essay

    Upload a carefully written, double-spaced essay (maximum of two pages) that addresses the topics below.

    • Describe the experiences, influences, and motivations that have shaped your academic, personal, and career goals in the field of Child and Adolescent Development (CADV).
    • If you are a CADV alumnus, describe how your academic experience in the field has influenced your current or future career and personal goals.
    • Discuss relevant achievements, challenges you have overcome, and significant activities related to your education, family, community involvement, or employment.
    • Clearly explain your connection to the specific scholarship category for which you are applying.
  14. Please upload: A copy of your unofficial transcripts
  15. Please upload: A letter of recommendation from CSUN faculty or staff
  16. Please upload: A letter of recommendation from an employer, supervisor or professor
  17. If applicable, please upload a verification of acceptance into a post B.A./graduate program, and/or verification of enrollment for the Fall 2025 semester.
  18. If selected, I am available to attend the Celebrating Excellence Awards & Scholarships Event in May.
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