Center for Mathematics and Science Education, CSU, Chico

Scholarships and Financial Aid

We strongly encourage all current and prospective students to apply for a scholarship or financial aid to attend California State University, Chico.

Many university scholarships are open to all students regardless of their area of study. Students may also obtain program scholarships within their particular subject area. Learn more about university scholarships and procedures.

In addition, students interested in teaching mathematics or science have several special scholarship and loan programs that are also available.

The Assumption Program of Loans for Education (APLE) program in particular forgives as much as $19,500 in student loans to students who become California math and science teachers. Find out more about the APLE program and to see a complete listing of teacher shortage academic areas.

Math Science Scholarships

Currently, the Teacher Recruitment Program (TRP) in conjunction with the Mathematics and Science Teacher Initiative (MSTI) at California State University, Chico is focused on recruiting students to become math and science teachers. They have a special scholarship program that awards scholarships up to $2,000. Get the latest information and application (PDF).