Each academic year, ASI offers a variety of scholarships for both the fall and spring semesters, providing valuable support to students. Through these scholarships, ASI has the chance to assist students in need and contribute to their academic success.

Application Guidelines 

Open: Friday, February 20, 2026

Close: Friday, March 13, 2026, at 5:00 PM

General Criteria for Scholarships:

• No students should receive more than $1000 per semester in ASI Funded Scholarships and no more than (1) one scholarship per semester. 
• Applicants must be registered students (minimum undergraduate 6 units; graduate 3 units) and in good academic standing with the university at the time of application.
• Current and past board Members within one year of the ASI Board of Directors are ineligible.
• Applicants must have already completed at least one semester at Sacramento State at time of application.

ASI Student Involvement Scholarship:

• The purpose of the ASI Scholarship is to recognize Sacramento State students who actively contribute to the campus community through extracurricular and community-oriented involvement, demonstrate career goals that reflect a commitment to giving back, and engage with ASI programs that have positively shaped their student experience.

ASI Student Belonging Scholarship: 

• The ASI Belonging Scholarship supports and celebrates the diverse backgrounds and identities of Sac State students. It recognizes students who foster inclusivity, share their stories, and contribute to building a more equitable and unified campus community.

ASI Director Scholarships:

• The Director Scholarship is awarded to one outstanding student from each college, including Discovery Pathways, Graduate Studies, and the Black Honors College. This scholarship recognizes students who actively support their academic college through meaningful involvement in academic pursuits, community-oriented service, and extracurricular activities.