Frequently Asked Questions
What exactly does the scholarship provide?
What other benefits are included in the scholars program?
How do I know whether I qualify to become a Presidential Scholar?
Admission to the program is competitive, based on merit. We consider the complete application package. As a general guide, to be considered for admission to the program you must:
What obligations do I have if I become a Presidential Scholar?
What are some of the events in which I can expect to participate?
See our events
page for a taste of
the enrichment program.
What are some of the Presidential
Scholars like?
Will I need extra money to pay for the Scholars events?
No, we will cover
all of the costs associated with being in the program.
How will the Presidential Scholarship affect my financial aid status?
The Presidential
Scholarship is based on merit and is awarded in conjunction with admission to
the Presidential Scholars Program. It is intended to pay for educational
expenses. It is given in an amount equivalent to the amount of California
resident fees, but it is intended to augment rather than replace other sources
of those fees (e.g., state grants) for which the Presidential Scholars may
qualify. For more information on financial aid at SFSU, please visit: http://www.sfsu.edu/~finaid/
Will the Presidential Scholars program dominate all of my time?
No, the program is
designed to support you without smothering you. It is more highly structured
during the first semester while you're focused on the transition from high
school to college. After that, you'll be able to branch out in different
directions while maintaining regular participation in the Scholars Program.
How do I apply to become a
Presidential Scholar?
The application
process takes place between February and May, before you will enter as a
first-time freshman that fall. If you meet the minimum criteria above and have
been posted in our database of admitted students by mid-February, you will receive an invitation to
apply and all of the application materials. Otherwise you can contact us for an
application, or simply
How can I find out more about San Francisco State University (majors, application information, housing, other campus information, etc.)?
You can find out
more about San Francisco State University by visiting the SFSU
Homepage.
For information on housing, please visit their
homepage at:
www.sfsu.edu/housing.htm
Academic Program Development |
Attn: Presidential Scholars Program, ADM 447 |
San Francisco State University |
1600 Holloway Ave. |
San Francisco, CA 94132-4018 |
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