Scholarships for Prospective Students

The College of Agriculture Recruitment Scholarship Application for 2025-2026 is now open.  Please use this link to apply.  You will need to follow the directions on the application, and upload required documents. You must apply to CSU Apply, before completing this application as you are required to provide your student identification number (Wildcat ID).

College of Agriculture recruitment scholarships are contingent upon admission into CSU, Chico, and require a declared major in one of the student programs offered by the College of Agriculture, enrollment each semester as a full-time student carrying a minimum of two courses offered through the College of Agriculture, and maintenance of a specific GPA (varies) in university course work.  

Within the recruitment scholarship pool is the Bell Family Presidential Scholarship. Bell Family Presidential Scholars are selected from the College of Agriculture Recruitment Scholarship applicant pool based on academic achievement, commitment to agriculture, leadership, and civic engagement. First-time in college recipients receive full coverage of tuition and student fees for four years.  Transfer recipients will receive full coverage of tuition and student fees for two years.

To apply for the Bell Family Presidential Scholarship, students must first complete the College of Agriculture Recruitment Scholarship Application. Applicants who meet the academic eligibility for the Bell Family Presidential Scholarship will be sent an additional request for supplemental materials.

Questions about recruitment scholarships and the application process should be directed to dcrosswhite@csuchico.edu.

This application is separate from the Wildcat Scholarship Application which will open in January 2025 and have additional scholarship opportunities.  We encourage all College of Ag Students to submit both applications. Here is the link to the Financial Aid and Scholarship office.