Overview
Scholarship type
Number of scholarships to award
Grant
Scholarship coverage
- tuition fee reduction
Description
The Brite Ideas by Greg & Julie Christy Scholarship for Lighting Design was established by Greg and Julie Christy to benefit a lighting design student, graduate or undergraduate.
Benefits
The scholarship offers a $1,000 amount to help you with your studies.
Eligibility
This scholarship is open to students who meet the following criteria:
- Technical Theatre and Design major student
- Undergraduate or Graduate student (incoming or continuing)
- Enrolled full-time at CSUF for Fall 2026
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
- Must demonstrate an emphasis in lighting design
Criteria - Applicants will be evaluated based on:
- Creative Achievement in Lighting Design
- Academic achievement (GPA)
Scholarship requirements
Disciplines
Locations
Nationality
Study experience required
Age
Application
Application deadline
Complete the Fall 2026 CSUF Scholarship Application within the Titan Scholarship Portal.
In the Short Essay Questions section:
When responding to the prompt, "Please describe your special talents, scholastic achievements, and/or creative achievements. How have these experiences contributed to your personal and professional development?", you must focus your response on your work in lighting design.
Your essay should specifically articulate your experience and potential in lighting design by detailing:
Your creative philosophy and technical approach to lighting.
Specific production experience (e.g., titles of shows, roles, or designs completed for theatre, dance, or concerts).
How these design experiences have prepared you for a professional career.
Optional: In the Letters of Recommendation section, enter the contact information for someone who can speak to your creative achievement or academic potential.
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