JOHN D. ANDERSEN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
The John D. Andersen Memorial Scholarship Fund was established in 1998 as the result of a bequest from John D.Andersen, a resident of San Francisco and former student of CCSF.
Approximately seven $300 scholarships are awarded each semester. At least three are designated for students with learning/cognitive disabilities. Students may win this scholarship up to four semesters. Students who win the scholarship must skip one semester before reapplying. Students should be aware that winning a scholarship may affect their eligibility for other benefits. Students are advised to see their financial aid or other benefits counselor.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Be enrolled in a minimum of 6 units of credit or 10 hours a week of non-credit instruction or the equivalent combination.
• Have been determined to be disabled under Title 5 guidelines by CCSF's Disabled Students Programs and Services.
• Current CCSF students are to have minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA at CCSF, satisfactory completion of non-credit instruction or the equivalent combination.
• First-time CCSF students are to submit high school transcripts or transcripts from previous colleges attended that verify a minimum cumulative GPA 2.0.
• Have financial need.

*MUST HAVE A CURRENT FAFSA ON FILE WITH FINANCIAL AID OFFICE

The John D. Andersen Memorial Scholarship application will open on Monday, August 9th and close on Friday, October 1st at 12pm.

To apply, login to Scholarship Universe

PERSONAL STATEMENT

One Typed Page. Format: Double spaced, one inch margins, font Times New Roman, 12.  Please write about your academic or vocational goals and why you have chosen your selected field of study. Also, please include how your transfer or career technical goals are reflected in your current activities, interests, employment, educational achievements, special needs and financial circumstances.

The Osher Endowment application will open on Monday, August 23rd and close on Friday, September 17th

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Thanks to the generosity of The Bernard Osher Foundation, thousands of California Community College students, like you, may receive an Osher Scholarship as part of the California Community Colleges Scholarship Endowment.  Mr. Osher’s vision is to “not only benefit the community college students of today but countless more for years to come.”

The Osher Initiative Scholarship also includes the Ruth K. Debs Memorial Scholarship, which requires a 2.5 or higher GPA.  

This program is designed to support transfer or occupation-bound students through their educational pathway at CCSF. 

Description
The Bernard Osher Foundation Scholars Program provides up to $1,200.00 ($600 per semester) scholarships to:
1.    CCSF continuing students who are enrolled in UC or CSU transferable courses who intend to transfer to a 4-year college or university to complete a bachelor’s (baccalaureate) degree; or
2.    CCSF students seeking a certificate or associate degree in an occupational or technical area 

ELIGIBILITY

1.    Have completed a minimum of 24 degree-applicable units 
2.    Have established a cumulative 2.0 GPA or better
3.    Maintain 6 units in an academic or vocational/technical program
4.    Must be California College Promise Grant (CCPG) eligible (complete a FAFSA and have an unmet need)
5.    Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) at all times

PERSONAL STATEMENT

One Typed Page. Format: Double spaced, one inch margins, font Times New Roman, 12.  
Please write about your academic or vocational goals and why you have chosen your selected field of study. Also, please include how your transfer or career technical goals are reflected in your current activities, interests, employment, educational achievements, special needs and financial circumstances. 

The Osher Initiative Scholarship application will open on Monday, August 23rd and close on Friday, September 17th

To apply, login to Scholarship Universe

Scholarships are $2,500 to a multi-year $5,000 award! 12 CCSF students were awarded last year!

• Apply online at Asian & Pacific Islander American (APIA) Scholars

Eligibility Requirements

• Be of Asian and/or Pacific Islander ethnicity as defined by the U.S. Census.
• Be a citizen, national or legal permanent resident of the U.S. Citizens of the Republic of the Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, and the Republic of Palau are also eligible to apply. 
• Be enrolled full-time (12 units) at CCSF in Spring 2022. Students transferring in Spring 2022 to 1 of 33 partner colleges (e.g., SFSU, SJSU, CSUEB, UCI) are also eligible.
• Intends to obtain an Associate's or Bachelor's degree. Students with a Bachelor's degree are NOT eligible.
• You must fill out the Free Application for Federal Aid (FAFSA) for the 2021-22 years. You do not necessarily need to receive federal financial aid to be eligible for the AANAPISI Scholarship. We strongly recommend completing the FAFSA at least 4 weeks before the scholarship deadline.

Additional Notes

• Essay & Application Tips
• International & non-credit students are NOT eligible to apply.
• Students who already have a Bachelor's degree are NOT eligible to apply.
• When you apply, you can be a part-time student; however, you must be enrolled full-time in the Spring 2022 semester.
• Solely online students are not eligible to apply. If you are enrolled in online and onsite courses, no more than 1/2 of your courses can be online. *Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this requirement is waived for the 2021-22 academic year.
• Full-time enrollment and degree-seeking status are defined by the guidelines set by the institution's Registrar's Office.
• Applications are due Fall 2021 but distribution is not until Spring 2022.
• We strongly advise starting the scholarship application ASAP. One recommendation letter needs to be submitted online and you need to respond to several questions (short essays).

The AANAPISI Scholarship application will open on Wednesday, September 8th and close on Wednesday, November 10th

To apply, login to Asian & Pacific Islander American (APIA) Scholars

This scholarship is being established to support African-American men who aspire to contribute to their community and greater society in committing to a career in areas such as criminal justice, law, education, social policy or mental health.  Any major is acceptable for this scholarship.  The award amount is $450 for continuing students, and $800 for transferring students.

ELIGIBILITY

• Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better
• Must have completed 24 units at CCSF
• Must be enrolled in at least 6 units
• Complete a FAFSA and have an unmet need

PERSONAL STATEMENT

One Typed Page. Format: Double spaced, one inch margins, font Times New Roman, 12.  Please write about your academic or vocational goals and why you have chosen your selected field of study. Also, please include how your transfer or career technical goals are reflected in your current activities, interests, employment, educational achievements, special needs and financial circumstances.

UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT

You will be asked to upload your unofficial transcript.  This transcript can be found on your MYRAM account.  Search for Unofficial Transcript in the search box on MYRAM.  Then save your transcript to your desktop and upload it to the scholarship link on ScholarshipUniverse.

The Allies for Black Lives Matter Scholarship application will open on Monday, September 13th and close on Friday, October 29th

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The Art Department CANDI Scholarship is a merit-based scholarship intended to offset the cost of art supplies.  The award amount is $300.

ELIGIIBILITY

To be considered for the CANDI Scholarship you must have completed 2 of the following courses:

     •  Basic Design – ART 125A

     •  Basic Drawing – ART 130A

     •  Beginning Figure Drawing – ART 132A

     •  Beginning Painting – ART 140A

     •  Beginning Watercolor – ART 145A

Must have a Grade Point Average in those courses of 3.3 (B+) or higher.

PERSONAL STATEMENT

You will be asked to write a 50-word maximum explanation of your artistic goals and how the award of this scholarship will aid you in reaching those goals.

UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT

You will be asked to upload your unofficial transcript.  This transcript can be found on your MYRAM account.  Search for Unofficial Transcript in the search box on MYRAM.  Then save your transcript to your desktop and upload it to the scholarship link on ScholarshipUniverse.

The Art Department CANDI Scholarship application will open on

 Wednesday, September 15^th and close on Tuesday, October 19^th

To apply, login to Scholarship Universe

ELIGIBILITY

     •  Have completed at least 3 semesters in the DMI Program and have at least 1 semester of coursework left in the program

     •  Currently enrolled in DMI 66

     •  Be continuing at CCSF in the Spring

PERSONAL STATEMENT

One Typed Page. Format: Double spaced, one inch margins, font Times New Roman, 12.  Please write about your academic or vocational goals and why you have chosen your selected field of study. Also, please include how your transfer or career technical goals are reflected in your current activities, interests, employment, educational achievements, special needs and financial circumstances.

UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT

You will be asked to upload your unofficial transcript.  This transcript can be found on your MYRAM account.  Search for Unofficial Transcript in the search box on MYRAM.  Then save your transcript to your desktop and upload it to the scholarship link on ScholarshipUniverse.

The DMI Alumni Scholarship application will open on

Wednesday, September 15^th and close on Friday, October 15^th

To apply, login to Scholarship Universe