Featured byCalifornia State University Fullerton
Overview
Scholarship type
Merit and need based
Number of scholarships to award
Multiple
Grant
Up to $5,000
Scholarship coverage
- Unknown
Description
This scholarship is named for Kelley McArthur, in her memory, to support the efforts of students who have overcome obstacles.
The Kelley McArthur Memorial Scholarship honors Kelley, who battled rheumatoid arthritis from the time she was three years old until the age of 34. Kelley’s physical challenges did not stop her from getting good grades and focusing on higher education.
This scholarship will benefit extraordinary people like her who have a spirit to succeed against all obstacles.
Benefits
Amount: Up to $5,000 total (multiple awards possible)
Eligibility
- This scholarship is open to new and continuing students who are pursuing an undergraduate or a graduate degree.
- 2.75 GPA
- Full-time
- Financial need
- Good academic standing
- Personal statement (300 words) in which student describes how their disability has affected them and how they have succeeded with their disability
Scholarship requirements
Disciplines
Any
Locations
United States
Nationality
Any
Study experience required
High school
Age
Unknown
Application
Application deadline
04 Sep 2026
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
Complete a one page essay, typed and double-spaced, describing student leadership positions held to date and intentions for future student leadership roles at CSUF (see application for content suggestions);
Provide resume; and
Provide one letter of recommendation from CSUF staff or faculty
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