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 intended for students pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biological Sciences at California State University, Sacramento, offering partial financial support to individuals of all nationalities, with a deadline for application submission on March 2, 2026.

Eligibility Requirements

• Candidates must be enrolled in the Biological Sciences program.
• A minimum overall GPA of 3.0 is required.
• Applicants must be at the senior undergraduate level or classified/unclassified at the graduate level.
• Financial need may be taken into consideration, although it is not a mandatory requirement.
• Applicants must be enrolled at least half-time at the time of application and award.

Scholarship Details

The scholarship provides partial funding, with varying award amounts, aiming to promote diversity and inclusivity in academic institutions, particularly in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).

Application Procedure

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

Additional Details

• Essay Requirement: A personal statement as described above.
• Renewable Award: Recipients are eligible to reapply for the scholarship.
• Preference: Given to students who are the first in their family to attend college and those from underrepresented communities in STEM fields.

For further information and to apply, visit the official scholarship application page.