Boost Scholarship Program

Start your journey in the College of Liberal with confidence – and $500

Boost Scholarship Program

Boost your ability to succeed as a major within the College of Liberal Arts!

Our college offers a specific program to support first year and transfer students in their first academic year at CSU. Students complete activities proven to help them feel connected and succeed both in and outside the classroom, with a promise of a $500 scholarship upon completion.

Eligibility

You are eligible for this program if you are a new first-year or transfer student and you meet the following criteria:

  • Majoring in the College of Liberal Arts
  • Meet one or more of the following criteria: 
    • 1st generation college student (this means you are the first person in your family circle to attend college)
    • Have limited financial resources 
    • Need extra academic support for varied reasons 

The program has limited capacity. Interested students should apply early. Please note that there are two different application processes depending on whether you are a first-year or transfer student.  

First-Year Program

For students who have never attended college after high school, our first-year program involves completing a two-semester guide of activities that include:

  • Participation in Vida, the College of Liberal Arts learning community. Most of the other activities outlined below are a part of Vida. In order to learn more about Vida, including how to apply, visit the learning community's website.
  • Take IU 174 B with other participants in this program. This is a small class where you can develop friendships and build confidence about navigating college life.
  • Participate in a micro-internship, research activity, or volunteer work. Gain critical skills to build a strong resume using proven methods of completing a research activity, participating in volunteer work, or completing a short, project-based micro-internship.
  • Participate in workshops on how to engage with others on campus, tips for good mental health wellbeing, career counseling, and how to negotiate challenges both in and out of the classroom.
  • Create a customized graduation plan that aligns with your interests and incorporates career information.

Recipients of the first year Boost Scholarship will receive priority for acceptance into Vida: the College of Liberal Arts learning community! The majority of the activities listed above are a part of the Vida program.

At the end of each semester in your first year, you will receive a $250 scholarship, for a total amount of $500.

Transfer Program

If you have taken college classes after high school and are enrolling at CSU with more than 45 credits, you may be interested in our new transfer program. As a participant, you will complete a two-semester guide of activities that include:

  • Take a very small group study class (approximately 12 students) with other participants in the program. The course will be taught by a faculty mentor.
  • Participate in a research or serving-learning event connected to your major.”
  • Participate in two workshops on health, wellness, and connection and specific career counseling support.
  • Create a customized graduation plan that aligns with career counseling.

In order to apply for the Transfer Boost Scholarship, please complete the following short application.

At the end of each semester in your first year, you will receive a $250 scholarship, for a total amount of $500.

Want More Information?

Questions? Want more information before completing the short application?

Contact Carol Erwin, Director of Advising and New Student Experience.

Email Carol Erwin

Boost Scholarship Application

This application is for transfer students only. First year students must apply for admission to Vida, our College of Liberal Arts learning community, to receive this scholarship.

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