Beach Academy Summer Grant

It's never too early to start thinking about summer!
 

The Beach Academy Summer Grant will cover the cost of up to 6 units of summer tuition at CSULB.  Availability and tuition coverage varies.

The application has been emailed directly to eligible students and is due on Friday, Feb. 17th.  

 
Eligibility
  • Beach Academy identified
  • Committed to your academic success and attaining your undergraduate degree at CSULB
    • good academic standing (2.0 gpa or higher)
    • if your gpa is lower than a 2.0 - additional steps are required. Learn more at our info sessions.
  • Completed 27* units or less by the end of Summer 2022 (includes AP/IB and transfer credit)
    • *28 units can qualify on a case-by-case basis

 
Eligibility
  • Beach Academy identified
  • Committed to your academic success and attaining your undergraduate degree at CSULB
    • good academic standing (2.0 gpa or higher)
    • if your gpa is lower than a 2.0 - additional steps are required. Learn more at our info sessions.
  • Completed 13* units or less by the end of Fall 2022 (includes AP/IB and transfer credit)
    *14 units can qualify if enrolled in SOC 170/HDEV 190/PSY 110 plus the STAT 90 support course or other 4 unit course and 1 unit support course

If you are required to take Writing preparation course (ENG 100A, ALI 140/145) and/or a Math support course (MATH 92A, 94, 95, STAT 90) in your first two semesters, then you are considered a part of the Beach Academy.

  • Attend an info session to learn how to apply for the Beach Academy Summer Grant.  
  • Applications will be sent out via email at the beginning of the Spring 2023 semester to those who are eligible.

  • For F21 Cohort students, it does not affect your Spring 2023 enrollment as eligibility is based on your completed units as of the end of Summer 2022.
  • For F22 Cohort students, your course schedule enrollment should be limited to 12-13 units if possible.  If this is not possible due to courses required by Major Specific Requirements, please reach out to our office.

  • Courses must be taken at CSULB
  • Course options will vary according to summer course offerings and availability
  • Eligible courses must apply towards your remaining graduation requirements per your Academic Requirements Report
  • Speak with your Academic Advisor to determine what courses would be beneficial for you to enroll in

Schedule of Classes for Summer 2023

Students who accept the Beach Academy Summer Grant are required to complete a contract committing to your academic success over the summer.  You will also be required to meet with an assigned Peer Mentor to help you stay focused and on-track over the course of summer session.