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SWIFT Programs Scholarship

Students apply to SWIFT Health Programs through the traditional California State University (CSU) application process known as CSUApply. The application period for general admissions to CSU San Marcos is typically October through December of each year. Application deadlines may vary from year to year. Please consult the Office of Admissions website for information on specific application deadlines.                                                                                                                 

Students who are admitted to a SWIFT Health Program at CSU San Marcos (accelerated, 3-year B.A. in Human Development or B.S. in Public Health), may also submit a request for a SWIFT Scholarship. Scholarship awards will be made in Spring semester, and students will be notified by email/phone prior to the May intent to enroll deadline.

SWIFT Scholarship Allotment

The standard award is $4500 annually per student.

Scholarship Process

The Scholarship Request period will be open until March 31st, 2025.

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  • Minimum Eligibility Requirements

    Students who wish to apply for the SWIFT Scholarship must meet both of the following requirements:

    1. Be admitted to an accelerated, 3-year SWIFT Health Program
      • Students in the traditional, 4-year B.A. in Human Development or B.S. in Public Health programs are not eligible to apply for the SWIFT Scholarship.
    2. Be admitted as a freshman for the Fall 2025 semester
      • Students admitted as transfers are not eligible to apply for the SWIFT Scholarship.

     

  • Step One: Review Scholarship Criteria

    SWIFT Scholarships are awarded based on several different criteria, including the following:

    • Socioeconomic Status
    • Languages Spoken
    • Housing Insecurity
    • Foster/Child Welfare
    • First-Generation College Status
    • Historically Underserved Population
    • High School GPA
    • Future Career Goals
  • Step Two: Answer Narrative Questions

    In order to address the criteria noted in step one (see above), students must answer both of the following two narrative questions. 

    Narrative One

    In 300-500 words, please describe the social and/or economic environments you are currently experiencing, or have experienced in the past, that you perceive as challenges or obstacles. Additionally, speak to how being a recipient of these scholarship funds would alleviate these challenges.

    Narrative Two

    In 300-500 words, please describe your professional aspirations. What career(s) are you working towards? How do you see this program as helping you to achieve your career goals? 

    You can upload your answers directly to the request form (see step three).

  • Step Three: Complete the Scholarship Request Form

    Using the link below, complete the scholarship request form. You will be able to upload your narrative responses to the form.