CSN Foundation

Additional links:

• Scholarship Application and Tips
• Scholarships Awarded Through Financial Aid
• Scholarship FAQ
• Thanking Your Donor

SAP Policy: https://www.csn.edu/satisfactory-academic-progress-sap-policy

Scholarships are awarded based on various criteria, such as declared major, completed credits, GPA, and demonstrated financial need or non-need based to name just a few. Recipients will be notified of their selection via their My CSN Communication center and email.

To formally accept the scholarship, students must complete specified requirements by the 14-day deadline date provided.

To increase your chances for scholarship consideration, complete the following by April 30th.

• Must have formally declared major (Degree or Certificate seeking) in an active eligible program. (Certificate, Associate Degree or Bachelor’s Degree).
• Be enrolled in required courses towards the declared degree program.
• Complete the FAFSA to determine financial need and submit any necessary documents for verification as listed on your “To Do” list located in your My CSN Student Center. (Students who do not complete the FAFSA will automatically be considered for non-need-based scholarships only).

Selection process and awarding:

• Scholarships are awarded based on credits completed within a program.
• Cumulative GPA.
• Enrollment for the current semester.
• Students closest to graduation requirements.
• Some scholarships have additional criteria such as living in specific zip codes or require students to be enrolled in a specific degree program.

Scholarship notification and acceptance process

Once selected your scholarship notice will detail the criteria you are required to meet to maintain eligibility. A Department Scholarship communication will be sent to the student’s email and may also be viewed in their My CSN – Completed communications section. Students must accept the scholarship offer within the 14-day deadline by completing the following requirements:

1. Thank-you letter acknowledging the donor’s gift must be sent to CSN Foundation
2. Completed (accepted) Scholarship Disclosure pop-up located in My CSN – Communications Center – Pending Messages

After receipt of your completed scholarship disclosure and thank you letter, the Financial Aid Office will accept your scholarship offer on your behalf.