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College of Communications 

These scholarships present a selection of those established through the generosity of alumni, faculty and community supporters to assist students in the completion of programs offered by the College of Communications. In addition, College of Communications majors and minors can apply for a wide range of scholarships and awards offered by a host of outside private organizations and professional societies. Additional university scholarships and awards can be found online at 
Scholarships
Please read all instructions for each scholarship and pay attention to the deadline, as well as details for required statements, letters of recommendation or other materials. There are variations in the application procedures and requirements for each scholarship. Incomplete and late applications will not be considered. 
Note: For all scholarships, the notification process does not include a notification to all applicants but only to the selected recipient of the scholarship. The expected date of notification is by the end of May. 

Department of Cinema and Television Arts 

These scholarships present a selection of those established through the generosity of alumni, faculty and community supporters to assist students in the completion of programs offered by the College of Communications. In addition, College of Communications majors and minors can apply for a wide range of scholarships and awards offered by a host of outside private organizations and professional societies. Additional university scholarships and awards can be found online at 
Scholarships
Please read all instructions for each scholarship and pay attention to the deadline, as well as details for required statements, letters of recommendation or other materials. There are variations in the application procedures and requirements for each scholarship. Incomplete and late applications will not be considered. 
Note: For all scholarships, the notification process does not include a notification to all applicants but only to the selected recipient of the scholarship. The expected date of notification is by the end of May. 

CTVA Titan Shops/Titan Bookstore Scholarship

Amount: $100 - $250 
Established by: These scholarships are donated by the Titan Requisition Rewards Program of Titan Shops/Titan Bookstore. 

Open to: This scholarship is open to continuing CTVA majors and minors who are pursuing 
an undergraduate degree, with preference being given to majors. 
Criteria: Good academic standing ♦ Financial need ♦ Personal statement 
Application Procedure: 1) Log into your CSUF portal and click on the “Scholarships” app on the left hand side. Follow the onscreen instructions and complete the CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY - FULLERTON SCHOLARSHIP & AWARD APPLICATION Academic Year 2025-2026; 2) Upload one letter of recommendation from faculty, staff, or work supervisor; 3) Submit a 150-word personal statement of achievement; and 4) Do not submit application until all required documents have been uploaded. 
Application Deadline: March 1 by 5pm 

Cinema and Television Arts Department Scholarships

Amount: $1,000 (multiple awards given) 
Established by: These scholarships are established by the Cinema and Television Arts Department and  generous contributors. 
Open to: This scholarship is open to enrolled students in the Department of Cinema and Television Arts. 
Criteria: Financial need ♦ Good academic standing 
Application Procedure: 1) Log into your CSUF portal and click on the “Scholarships” app on the left hand side. Follow the onscreen instructions and complete the CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY - FULLERTON SCHOLARSHIP & AWARD APPLICATION Academic Year 2025-2026; 2) Upload one letter of recommendation from faculty, staff, or work supervisor; 3) Submit a 150-word personal statement of achievement; and 4) Do not submit application until all required documents have been uploaded. 
Application Deadline: March 1 by 5pm 

Daniel and Heather Smith Scholarship 

Amount: $1,000 
Established by: This scholarship was created by CSUF alumni Daniel and Heather Smith to support single-parent students majoring in Cinema and Television Arts. 
Open to: This scholarship is open to full-time undergraduate and graduate students majoring in Cinema and Television Arts. The scholarship will give preference to students who 
are single parents. 
Criteria: CTVA Major ♦ Full-time undergraduate or graduate student ♦ Good Academic standing 
Application Procedure: 1) Log into your CSUF portal and click on the “Scholarships” app on the left hand side. Follow the onscreen instructions and complete the CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY - FULLERTON SCHOLARSHIP & AWARD APPLICATION Academic Year 2025-2026; 2) Upload one letter of recommendation from faculty, staff, or work supervisor; 3) Submit a 150-word personal statement of achievement; and 4) Do not submit application until all required documents have been uploaded. 
Application Deadline: March 1 by 5pm 

Lorenzo Soria Scholarship 

Amount: Two $1,500 Scholarships 
Established by: This scholarship was established and funded by The Hollywood Foreign Press Association to provide educational opportunities for future professionals in the entertainment industries. 
Open to: This scholarship is open to continuing CTVA majors who are pursuing an undergraduate degree. 
Criteria: 2.5 GPA overall ♦ Continuing studies ♦ Currently enrolled at CSUF 
Application Procedure: 1) Log into your CSUF portal and click on the “Scholarships” app on the left hand side. Follow the onscreen instructions and complete the CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY – FULLERTON SCHOLARSHIP & AWARD APPLICATION Academic Year 2025-2026; 2) Upload one letter of recommendation from faculty, staff, or work supervisor; 3) Submit a 150-word personal statement of achievement; 4) Do not submit the application until all required documents have been uploaded.

Application Deadline: March 1 by 5pm. 

Linda Giffin Citron Scholarship

Amount: Two $1500 Scholarships 
Established by: This scholarship was created by the Citron family in honor of Linda Giffin Citron. Linda was a CSUF Communications major and had a successful career in film and television as a Script Supervisor. Her career included projects with major studios, various television networks, and the American Film Institute. She was also a technical advisor to the Sundance Institute's Filmmakers program.  
Open To: This scholarship is open to CTVA majors who are pursuing an undergraduate degree. 
Criteria: 3.0 GPA ♦ Full-time enrollment ♦ Financial need  
Application Procedure: 1) Log into your CSUF portal and click on the “Scholarships” app on the left hand side. Follow the onscreen instructions and complete the CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY - FULLERTON SCHOLARSHIP & AWARD APPLICATION Academic Year 2025-2026; 2) Upload one letter of recommendation from faculty, staff, or work supervisor; 3) Submit a 150-word personal statement of achievement; 4) Do not submit the application until all required documents have been uploaded.

Application Deadline: March 1 by 5pm