OpenFieldCal Poly Scholars Multi-Year Engineering Scholarship
Prestige scholarship program recruiting high-achieving first-generation and underrepresented engineering and STEM students, providing four years of financial support and cohort mentorship.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Demonstrated academic achievement in high school college-preparatory coursework (typical engineering admitted GPA 3.9-4.2 weighted)
- English language proficiency
- IELTS Academic 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 80 for international applicants
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Cal State Apply application, high school transcript data, and extracurricular activities list
- Recommendation letters
- Not required for Cal State undergraduate admissions
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Up to $20,000 across four years ($5,000/year scholarship plus free technological hardware allowance)
- Application fee
- $70
- Tuition / joining costs
- $11,500/year (California resident) or $26,000/year (non-resident/international)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- November 30, 2026 (Cal State Apply)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official California Polytechnic State University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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