President's Scholars Program

About the Program

Under the leadership of interim President Donald J. Para, the President’s Scholars Program at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) continues to be the premier scholarship of its kind in the state. Recognized by the California Legislature, the program provides California high school seniors who are qualifying valedictorians from accredited high schools or National Scholars (National Merit Semifinalists/Finalists, National Achievement Program Semifinalists/Finalists, and National Hispanic Recognition Scholars) an opportunity to compete for an exceptional package that includes:

Full payment of in-state tuition and general student fees
Highest priority registration
Paid housing in campus residence halls
Sponsored meal plan (for National scholars only)
Automatic acceptance to the University Honors Program
Personalized academic advising
Exclusive access to the President’s Scholars Center, including computer lab and study lounge
Opportunity for international study abroad programs
Special recognition at commencement with the President’s Scholar medallion
Four-year degree completion option
Campus student parking privileges
Annual book allowance