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Division of Graduate Studies

Financial Opportunities through the Division of Research and Graduate Studies

Opportunities

The Wanda J. Meeks Scholarship (Apply today!)

Applicants must be graduate students in good standing with a physical disability. Applicants with a learning disability will not qualify for this scholarship. Along with their application, they are required to upload a letter from their physician or specialist (on office letterhead with a signature) validating their status.

Interested students must apply through the Scholarships website by March 2, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. .

For help or additional information, please contact financialaid@mail.fresnostate.edu (NOTE: For security purposes, we cannot accept documents via email.)

Graduate Equity Fellowship Program (Currently CLOSED)

These fellowships provide financial assistance in amounts up to $2,000 per academic year for economically disadvantaged CSU students who have had success in overcoming educational disadvantages and promotes faculty mentoring and research opportunities. Students may receive the award for two years, but must reapply each year for the award.

For help or additional information, please contact Jose Medina III (josemedina@mail.fresnostate.edu).

Chancellor's Doctoral Incentive Program (Forgivable Loan)

The 2026-27 application cycle is currently open. It closes on Monday, February 16, 2026. Contact CDIP campus coordinator Dr. Everett Vieira III for further questions. An email will be sent to all graduate students when the application period reopens. 
 

 

CDIP Eligibility Requirements

Robert & Norma Craig Graduate Scholarships (Apply today!)

This scholarship recognizes the efforts and activities graduate students are putting towards research in their given field. Applicants must have been admitted to a viable graduate program, be in good academic standing, and be making satisfactory progress towards their degree. Students are only eligible to receive this award once.

Award amounts can be up to $1,000.

Interested students must apply Interested students must apply through the Scholarships website by March 2, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.

For help or additional information, please contact financialaid@mail.fresnostate.edu (NOTE: For security purposes, we cannot accept documents via email.)
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Graduate Student Research and Creative Activities Support Awards (Currently CLOSED)

The Division of Graduate Studies has partnered with the Provost's office to fund a number of competitive awards recognizing high-quality graduate student scholarship. Awards in amounts up to $3,000 are made in support of the quality scholarship of graduate/doctoral student research and creative activities associated with the thesis/dissertation or project requirement.

For help or additional information, please contact Jose Medina III (josemedina@mail.fresnostate.edu).GRACAS Application

California Pre-Doctoral Program for Undergraduate and Graduate Students

The 2025-26 scholarship application cycle will open on Monday, December 1, 2025 and will close on Friday, February 13, 2026.
This program is designed to increase the pool of potential faculty by supporting the doctoral aspirations of California State University students who have experienced economic and educational disadvantages. Scholars are awarded $5,000 to travel to doctoral institutions and national conferences to enhance their entrance into doctoral study. Summer internships are also available for selected scholars.  Application is completely online.  Must make appointment with campus coordinator Dr. Everett Vieira III to begin application. Visit the Sally Casanova Page for more information.Pre-Doc Eligibility Requirements

Travel Grants: Ongoing