Fresno Unified Scholarship

The FUSD Scholarship Fund provides scholarships to students who might not otherwise have the financial means to achieve their educational goals beyond high school. These scholarships help some of our most deserving students access college or trade/technical education.

Application Open

Eligibility Criteria

Graduating high school seniors from one of FUSD’s seven comprehensive high schools, and Cambridge, Design Science, DeWolf, Duncan, Patino, Phoenix, or J.E. Young

Plans to attend a community college, 4-year university/college, or trade/technical school

No GPA Requirement

Application Requirements

Current transcript with current 10-12 augmented GPA

Submit completed on-line application including information about academic major/area of study, educational plan, school and community involvement, future goals/career aspirations and financial need.

Review Process

A selection committee will evaluate the applications using a scoring rubric that reflects the eligibility criteria. Every effort will be made to ensure a balanced distribution throughout all high schools.

Awards

For 2023/2024, a minimum $1,000 scholarship will be awarded. This may increase upon availability of funds. Students must show proof of enrollment at a community college, 4-year university/college, or trade/technical school for fall of 2024 to claim their award.

Timeline

Applications are available online:
Application deadline:
Award recipients notified:
January 8, 2024
March 16, 2024
April 15-19, 2024