Craig Business Scholars Program

The Craig Business Scholars Program is a prestigious, multiyear scholarship for incoming first-year students and G.E.-certified transfer students who demonstrate exceptional acadmic achievement, leadership and community service. Scholars serve as ambassadors for the Craig School of Business, representing the college through service activities, professional engagement and special events.

Scholarship benefits

• First-year students: $25,200 total ($6,300 per year for four years)
• G.E.-certified transfer students: $12,600 total $6,300 per year for two years)

Additional benefits

• Class-level priority registration
• Exclusive networking opportunities with business leaders and faculty
• Leadership rols in planning service and social events

Note: Scholars must maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA each semester and fulfill service requirements to remain eligible.

Eligibility requirements

First-year students

• 3.5+ unweighted GPA (4.0 scale)
• SAT score of 1100 or above or ACT score of 22 or above
• Proven record of leadership and service in school and community
• Plan to major in Business Administration or Economics

G.E.-certified transfer students

• Junior status (60+ units) by the upcoming fall semester
• 3.8+ cumulative GPA from community college cousework
• Proven record of leadership and service in college and community
• Required prerequisites completed for Business Administration or Economics

Selection process

To apply, submit the General Scholarship Application for Fresno State and the Craig Business Scholars Supplemental Application by March 2. Applications are reviewed by Craig School of Business faculty. Finalists are invited to participate in the selection process. Offers must be accepted by May 1 to secure your spot or the scholarship may be awarded to an another candidate.

Scholarship funding sources

The Craig Business Scholars Program is generously supported by:

• Sid and Jenny Craig Foundation (Craig Scholarships)
• Fresno Merchants Association (Fresno Merchants Scholarships)
• Larry Clemmensen (Clemmensen Scholarships)
• Matty Matoian (Matoian Scholarships)
• Ella Fitzgerald Foundation (Joseph Pressuti Scholarships)
• Josh Easterly (Easterly Scholarships)

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