Scholarships

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As part of City Year National Service Alumni Partnership Network, City Year AmeriCorps members, alumni and staff are eligible to be considered for a merit-based tuition scholarship starting at $30,000 to be disbursed equally over three semesters. Scholarship recipients are notified upon admission; no additional application is necessary. Recipients are selected based on academic achievement, demonstrated dedication to advancing educational equity and other distinguishing characteristics.

Eligibility

City Year AmeriCorps members, alumni, and staff who have served their communities through City Year for a minimum of at least two years; summer MAT cohort only

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The School Superintendents Association, AASA (formerly the American Association of School Administrators) awards and grant programs recognize excellence, profile best practices in public education and honor leaders whose contributions have made a significant impact on the lives and learning of children.

Eligibility

Educational administration

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The ACS-Hach Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Scholarship is awarded to recent graduates and graduate students with limited work experience and an interest in becoming secondary chemistry teachers. Recipients must be pursuing a master’s degree in education or becoming certified as a chemistry/science teacher.

Eligibility

• Have a bachelor’s degree or higher in chemistry or chemistry-related discipline
• Have less than one year work experience outside of obtaining undergraduate and graduate degrees
• Demonstrate an interest and commitment to becoming a secondary educator
• Be accepted into an education master’s program or teacher certification program
• Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident

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The ACS-Hach Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Scholarship is awarded to recent graduates and graduate students with limited work experience and an interest in becoming secondary chemistry teachers. Recipients must be pursuing a master’s degree in education or becoming certified as a chemistry/science teacher.

Eligibility

• Have a bachelor’s degree or higher in chemistry or chemistry-related discipline
• Have less than one year work experience outside of obtaining undergraduate and graduate degrees
• Demonstrate an interest and commitment to becoming a secondary educator
• Be accepted into an education master’s program or teacher certification program
• Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident

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The AFCEA Educational Foundation is offering competitive-based scholarships to students actively pursuing a graduate degree or credential/licensure for the purpose of teaching science, technology, engineering or math (STEM) subjects at a U.S. school in grades K-12.

To be eligible, students must be U.S. citizens and living in the United States. Graduate candidates must be attending an accredited U.S. college or university (online students are eligible) and majoring in education for the purpose of teaching STEM subjects in a U.S. school in grades K-12.

Graduate-level candidates must be currently taking at least two semester-equivalent classes at an accredited U.S. college or university at the time of application. Current credential and licensure students must have completed a bachelor’s of science degree or graduate degree in a STEM major.

Eligibility

Current graduate students who are U.S. citizens and have completed a B.S. degree in a STEM major; current overall GPA of 3.5 or higher.

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A variety of grants and fellowships for graduate women students.

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The American Council of the Blind (ACB) in partnership with other organizations and individuals offers educational scholarships ranging from $2,000 to $7,500 for entering freshman, undergraduate and graduate students, and those attending technical college.

To be eligible for a scholarship, applicants need to be legally blind, maintain a 3.0 GPA to be eligible for most scholarships, be a full-time student or a part-time student who works at least 32 hours per week, and be involved in their school and local community.

Eligibility

Legally blind, full-time student or working part-time student, involved in school/local community.

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One $1,000 scholarship is awarded annually to the education student who best exemplifies the dedication to the Right to Work principles and the high professional standards of Carol Applegate, Kay Jackson, and Dr. Anne Parks.

Individuals seeking to attend or individuals attending a United States institution of higher learning (undergraduate or graduate) with a major in education may apply. This could include a current teacher pursuing an advanced education degree such as a master’s degree through a qualified college, university, or other qualifying educational institution.

The scholarship is awarded based on scholastic ability and a demonstrated interest in the National Institute of Labor Relations Research’s work.

Eligibility

Attending or will attend a United States institution of higher learning with a major in education.

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Currently employed and enrolled in a degree program in nursing, social work, psychology, healthcare administration, or any related field with a strong commitment to a career in healthcare or wellness.

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The purpose of the Behavioral Health Scholarship Program (BHSP) is to increase the number of trained behavioral health professionals providing direct care to individuals and groups with behavioral health needs in underserved communities.

Grantees must, within six (6) months after graduation from an accredited college or career institution or training program, provide full-time service in direct care for a term of at least 12 months at a qualified worksite.

Eligibility

Be physically present and reside in California and currently enrolled in a degree or certificate program that leads to employment in an eligible behavioral health profession with a minimum 2.0 GPA

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The CABE Annual Bilingual Teachership (Scholarship) Program is an endowment fund established by CABE to award $2,000 scholarships to college and university students seeking a teaching career and pursuing a bilingual teaching credential.

All candidates must:

• Be a CABE member
• Be a resident of California
• Be enrolled in a bilingual authorization/credential program
• Be enrolled in a college/university with a declared major leading to a bilingual teachership credential/authorization (BILA, elementary/secondary) and/or have completed a minimum of 15 college credits and/or be enrolled in a bilingual teachership preparation program

Eligibility

Resident of California pursuing a bilingual teaching credential; member of CABE.

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The California Latino Legislative Caucus Foundation (CLLCF) is pleased to invite all qualified California residents to apply for a scholarship. This scholarship program was established to assist deserving students by offering financial assistance to help meet educational expenses.

Eligibility

California resident, full-time student (undergraduate or graduate) in good academic standing at an accredited college or university with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.5

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CAMFT (California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists) offers the following scholarships and grant. Preference may be given to applicants who have expressed their commitment to the profession through membership in CAMFT. Applicants may apply to ONE of the following:

• Educational Foundation Scholarship
• Clinton E. Phillips Scholarship
• Ronald D. Lunceford Scholarship
• Scott Hamilton and Frank Galassi Scholarship
• Gerry Grossman Scholarship
• Educational Foundation Grant

Eligibility

MFT

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The California Association of School Counselors (CASC) Emeriti Scholarship was founded in 2016 to encourage talented and innovative students to pursue leadership roles in the field of School Counseling. The CASC Emeriti is looking to award students who show a propensity toward leadership in the School Counseling field. This scholarship is available through the generosity of the CASC Board of Directors.

Eligibility

Member of CASC who is currently enrolled in a California Graduate School Counseling program

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Central Scholarship helps determined Maryland students build better lives and fulfilling careers by providing crucial support enabling them to complete an accredited college degree or career-training program.

Eligibility

U.S. citizen or permanent resident; Maryland resident; plan to attend an accredited college, university, or community college in the upcoming academic year.

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CTA recognizes educators and members of the community who promote quality public education, and impact their students and community.

Eligibility

Must be an active CTA/CTA Aspiring Educators (CTA-AE) member

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This scholarship is awarded once a year to a Native American college and technical student of any age, any tribe and in any state.

Applicants must be Native Americans and must be able to prove membership in a tribe that is recognized at a state and/or federal level. Students must demonstrate financial need and have a minimum GPA of 3.25.

Preference is given to undergraduate applicants. More than one may be awarded each year.

Eligibility

Native American enrolled full time at a college or university, demonstrate financial need, academic achievement and have a 3.25 GPA or higher.

Description:

The Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund provides financial support for students who are active and emerging organizers in progressive movements for liberation, self-determination and social and economic justice in their communities. These need-based scholarships are awarded to students who are enrolled at a college or university or in a trade or technical program.

Eligibility:

Involved in movements for progressive social change, enrolled in a degree, trade or training program, and have financial need.

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The scholarship is open to the following membership categories: Pre-Clinical Fellows, Student, and Clinical Fellows who have been members for less than five (5) years.  The purpose is to support the recruitment, training, and retention of minorities in the field of marriage and family therapy.

Eligibility

AAMFT member; students or graduates from COAMFTE or equivalent MFT programs; U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or F‑1 visa students who identify as minority (racial/ethnic, LGBTQ, disability, multilingual)

Additional Qualifications

The scholarship is open to the following membership categories: Pre-Clinical Fellows, Student, and Clinical Fellows who have been members for less than five (5) years.  The purpose is to support the recruiAdditional Qualificationstment, training, and retention of minorities in the field of marriage and family therapy.

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In 2024, 1 USC Rossier student was awarded this scholarship.

Throughout its history, HACE has continuously provided scholarships to support students’ educational goals. We aim to invest in the Latino/a/x/e community by awarding scholarships to college students with drive and passion. We support college students who want to further their education and have a passion for community engagement. 

Scholarship winners must be able to attend HACE’s Annual Leadership Summit & Awards Celebration and are required to record a video.

Eligibility:

Current full-time undergraduate or graduate student with a minimum of 3.0 GPA and financial need.

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ETS helps students achieve their goals of attaining undergraduate, master’s and doctoral degrees by offering five scholarship programs.

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To be qualified to receive a scholarship award, applicants must be a full-time (12 units undergraduate/9 units graduate) college/trade/vocational student for the academic year. Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2.

Scholarships are offered to students with low vision from 20/70 in the better eye with best possible correction, or a field no greater than 30 degrees and to those who are legally blind and have some usable vision.

Eligibility

Full-time student with low vision or legally blind with cumulative 3.2 GPA.

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The Golden State Teacher Grant (GSTG) Program awards up to $20,000 to students currently enrolled in a professional preparation program approved by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) and working towards earning their preliminary teaching or pupil personnel services credential.

Applicants pursuing a teaching credential who are already in process of clearing a teaching credential, already hold a clear teaching credential, or are in an induction program are ineligible for the GSTG.

Eligibility

Currently enrolled in a professional preparation program approved by the CTC and working toward earning a preliminary teaching or PPS credential.

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Each scholarship has specific eligibility criteria defined by the donor when the fund is established. General criteria that apply to most scholarships include:

• Be a resident of the State of Hawai’i
• Demonstrate financial need
• Maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA (unless otherwise stated)

Eligibility

Hawai’i resident, financial need, minimum 2.0 GPA.

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Every year, HSF selects ~10,000 outstanding students as HSF Scholars from a broad and talented pool of applicants. Applicants must:

• Identify as being of Hispanic heritage
• Be a U.S. citizen, permanent legal resident, or DACA recipient
• Have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for high school students and a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for college and graduate students
• Plan to enroll full-time in an accredited, public or not-for-profit, four-year university, or graduate school, in the U.S.
• Submit the FAFSA or state-based financial aid forms (if applicable)

Eligibility

Be of Hispanic heritage, U.S. citizen, permanent legal resident, or DACA recipient, demonstrate academic merit and financial need.

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The de Karman Fellowships are open to PhD students in any discipline, including international students.  Only applications from final year PhD students enrolled at one of the following universities will be accepted.

California Institute of Technology
University of California, Berkeley
University of California, Davis
University of California, Irvine
University of California, Los Angeles
University of California, Riverside
University of California, San Diego
University of California, Santa Barbara
University of California, Santa Cruz
University of Southern California
Stanford University

Undergraduate students, master’s degree students, and postdoctoral scholars are not eligible for consideration. Special consideration will be given to applicants in the Humanities.

Eligibility

PhD students enrolled at specific California universities.

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This scholarship was established in memory of Kelsey P. Dresser, a promising first-year Master of Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) student who was dedicated to helping others. The scholarship is awarded to one MFT student each year, based on merit. The scholarship recipient will be notified upon admission; no additional application is necessary.

Eligibility

The scholarship is awarded to one MFT student each year, based on merit.

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KASF scholarships (which range from $500 to $5,000) are offered to qualified Korean American students (including foreign students from Korea). All applicants must be enrolled in a full time program in the U.S. during the scholarship application year. If extra funds are available, other students (non Koreans) may qualify for scholarships. Specifically, descendants of American veterans who served during the Korean War may qualify for scholarships (applicable to selective regions).

To apply for KASF scholarships, it is very important to follow the specific requirements and instructions of the region where the applicant’s school is/will be located during the scholarship application year as the type and amount of available scholarships may differ from region to region.

Note: Applicants can only apply to the region in which their school is located.

Applicants are evaluated based on financial need, scholastic achievement, recommendations, an essay, and community service/extracurricular activities.

Eligibility

Of Korean heritage, full-time undergraduate or graduate student with a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA, and can demonstrate financial need

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This scholarship program is open to students pursuing master level degrees related to community counseling, marriage and family counseling, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, mental health counseling, and clinical psychology.

Selection is based on academic history, extracurricular activities, and employment history. Eligible students must be full-time students during the academic year the scholarship is received. Financial need is not considered.

Eligibility

Pursuing master’s degree related to community counseling, marriage and family counseling, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, mental health counseling, and clinical psychology.

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In 2024-2025, 3 USC Rossier students were awarded the Leo F. Buscaglia Endowed Fellowship.

Named for a well-respected scholar and USC alumnus, the Buscaglia Fellowship is awarded to qualified admitted MAT students who attended a Title I high school and plan to begin their teaching career in an urban school. USC Rossier’s Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) applicants are eligible to apply. The scholarship application will be sent once the MAT program application is complete.

Eligibility

Admitted MAT students who attended a Title I high school and plan to begin their teaching career in an urban school.

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This scholarship is for those pursuing a relative degree and currently enrolled in a degree program committed to serving the mental health and healthcare communities.

Eligibility

• Be actively enrolled in a university or college with a relevant .edu e-mail.
• Be seeking an associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s degree with the purpose of pursuing a career in behavioral health or healthcare related fields.

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In the 2020-2021 academic year, 1 USC Rossier student was awarded this scholarship.

Teachers Test Prep awards a total of $10,000 to aspiring K-12 educators: one $5,000 scholarship to a recipient planning a career in elementary education and one $5,000 scholarship to a recipient planning a career in secondary education.

To qualify, applicants must be enrolled in a teacher preparation program in the US for the upcoming academic year and be able to demonstrate financial need.

Eligibility

Enrolled in a teacher preparation program in the US and be able to demonstrate financial need.

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The Fellowship supports one- to two-years of graduate study in any field and in any advanced degree-granting program in the United States.

To be eligible, your birth parents must have both been born outside of the US as non-US citizens, and both parents must not have been eligible for US citizenship at the time of their births. Eligible applicants must be 30 or younger as of the application deadline.

Executive graduate programs, joint bachelor’s/master’s programs in which both degrees are awarded simultaneously, certificate programs, post-baccalaureate programs, graduate programs that are not in the United States, and graduate programs that are not fully accredited are not eligible for Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships funding.

Eligibility

Immigrants and children of immigrants 30 years old or younger pursuing full-time graduate degrees.

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Created in 2018, this award honors three TESOL members who have achieved excellence through the implementation of technology in ELT.

TESOL members in good standing who have been a classroom teacher for a minimum of two years and have personally designed and used the materials for this award may apply.

Eligibility

Any TESOL member in good standing.

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Albert and Toni Roothbert established the Roothbert Fund to assist those in need of financial aid to further their education. Based in New York City, the Roothbert Fund operates as a volunteer organization. Through scholarship, the Fund supports fellows’ graduate or undergraduate study at an accredited institution based in the United States.

The Fund seeks candidates whose daily actions are guided by spiritual motives, with preference for graduate and undergraduate students with one year of college completed.

Eligibility

Preference for students with one year of college completed, guided by spiritual motives.

Preference to candidates who reside in or attend schools in these states: Connecticut, District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia.

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The Tillman Scholar program is open to applicants who are veterans and active duty military service members from all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces, including the National Guard, who have served in both pre-and post-9/11 eras and current spouses of veteran or active service members, including surviving spouses. Child dependents are not eligible to apply.

Spouses, veterans and service members who apply must be a full-time student pursuing an undergraduate degree (bachelor’s), a graduate, or professional degree at a public or private, U.S.-based, accredited institution for the upcoming fall/spring academic year.

Strong applicants for this military scholarship demonstrate clear academic goals, extraordinary leadership potential and a deep desire to create positive change. They believe their best years of service to our country are still ahead of them, and they are committed to strengthening communities at home and around the world.

Eligibility

Veterans and active duty military service members from all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces or their spouses.

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The TOEFL YSS Research Grants for graduate students are offered to students enrolled in master’s and doctoral programs in institutions around the world in language testing, language education, applied linguistics or related fields.

Priority for the Research Grants for Graduate Students will be given to TOEFL YSS-related research or foundational research related to young students of English as a Foreign Language (EFL).

Eligibility

Graduate students enrolled in program focused on language testing, language education, applied linguistics, or related fields.

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In 2025-2026, 10 Rossier students were awarded scholarships through Town and Gown of USC.

Applicants are required to:

• Demonstrate academic strengths, leadership, and community involvement.
• Be a citizen of the United States.
• Be a permanent resident of Southern California
• Be unrelated to any member of Town and Gown of USC who is currently actively involved in the selection and funding of scholarships at the time of the scholarship application.
• Not be a current member of Town and Gown of USC.
• Not be receiving tuition remission, i.e., a Trustee Scholarship (full-tuition), Presidential Scholarship (half-tuition), or any other combination of scholarships totaling 50% of tuition.
• Be a full-time student

Eligibility

Full-time USC students, must be a United States citizen and a Southern California permanent resident.

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The Union Plus Scholarship awards are presented annually to union members or members of their families who want to begin or continue their post-secondary education.

Applicants are evaluated according to academic ability, social awareness, financial need and appreciation of labor. A GPA of 3.0 or higher is recommended.

Eligibility

Current and retired members of unions that participate in any Union Plus program, their spouses and their dependent children (as defined by IRS regulations).

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UNCF manages various scholarship programs and each program has its own eligibility criteria, open/close dates and required documentation. To apply for a UNCF scholarship, you must apply through the online application process.

Eligibility

Each program has its own eligibility criteria.

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In 2023-2024, 3 Rossier students were awarded scholarships through the USC Asian Pacific Alumni Association.

USC Asian Pacific Alumni Association (APAA) scholarship applicants must be a full-time student enrolled in a USC degree program or who will be enrolled for the entire academic year.

Applicants of all ethnic backgrounds are eligible for consideration. Positive consideration may be given in the selection process to students to promote diversity or to students who advocate for Asian Pacific Islander communities. Scholarships are awarded using both merit and need-based criteria.

Eligibility

Full-time USC student with a minimum 3.0 GPA.

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In 2024-2025, 5 USC Rossier students were awarded a scholarship through the USC Black Alumni Association.

Applicants for awards must be an admitted or continuing USC student. Undergraduates must be enrolled for full-time coursework. Graduate students should also be enrolled full-time, but part-time coursework will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

The minimum cumulative G.P.A. for this scholarship is 2.5. Applicants should exemplify commitment and identification with the African-American community. Recipients will be selected on the basis of academic, personal merit and demonstrated involvement within the African-American community.

Eligibility

USC students with demonstrated academic and personal merit and involvement within the African-American community.

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In 2024-2025, 1 Rossier student was awarded a scholarship through the USC Lambda LGBTQ+ Alumni Association.

The scholarship is available to an undergraduate or graduate student in any academic program of study whose creative work, scholarship and/or community engagement has earned outstanding achievement and recognition within the LGBTQ+ community.

Eligibility

USC students with demonstrated academic achievement and a strong commitment to the LGBTQ+ community.

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In 2024-2025, 7 Rossier students were awarded scholarships through the USC Latino Alumni Association.

The LAA Scholarship Committee considers a number of factors in a student’s application, including USC activities and service. The committee may give positive consideration to students who are advocates for the Latino/Hispanic community, as well as leadership aptitude and exceptional academic and professional potential.

Scholarship applicants must be enrolled as full-time students. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of need and/or merit.

Eligibility

Full-time USC students who promote and/or advocate for the Latino/Hispanic community.

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In 2025-2026, Rossier students were awarded scholarships through the USC Norman Topping Student Aid Fund.

The purpose of the NTSAF is to assist students with high financial need who demonstrate an extraordinary level of community awareness in their pursuit of higher education at USC. First-generation college students and local area applicants are given primary consideration in the scholarship selection process. However, the scholarship is not limited to these populations.

Eligibility

Students with high financial need who demonstrate an extraordinary level of community awareness; must apply for USC admission in an on-campus program.

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In 2024-2025, 241 Rossier students were awarded USC Rossier scholarships.

Scholarship recipients are selected by USC Rossier faculty and staff from a competitive pool. Recipients are selected based on academic achievement, demonstrated dedication to advancing educational equity and other distinguishing characteristics.

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In 2025-2026, 5 Rossier students were awarded scholarships through the USC Staff Assembly.

Established in 2016, the USC Staff Assembly offers scholarships aimed to support those staff members who best represent the USC staff community while simultaneously dedicating themselves to earning a degree at USC.

Applicants must be in good academic standing with the university, a Tuition Assistance Benefit-eligible staff member, and be currently enrolled in any USC degree-granting program. The applicant may not have previously received a Staff Assembly Scholarship and may not be a current Staff Assembly Member. Applicants must demonstrate a strong commitment to the University in two areas — service and staff excellence. The scholarship is not awarded on a financial need basis.

Eligibility

Enrolled, Tuition Assistance Benefit eligible USC staff member with strong commitment to service and staff excellence.

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The Foundation’s vision is to offer annual financial support to deserving students pursuing higher education at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.