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Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Specialized MBA Scholarships

Our Mission

At the College of Business Administration, our mission is to support the academic and professional growth of future business leaders. We believe in fostering excellence, inclusivity, and diversity, and our scholarship opportunities are designed to help talented students access quality education, achieve their potential, and contribute positively to the business community.
 

Scholarship Goals

  • Promote Academic Excellence: Recognize and reward high-achieving students who demonstrate strong academic and professional accomplishments.
  • Enhance Diversity and Inclusion: Support individuals from diverse backgrounds and encourage a culture of equity and inclusivity within the program.
  • Support Financial Accessibility: Provide financial assistance to students with demonstrated financial need, ensuring that deserving candidates have the opportunity to pursue their MBA.

Scholarships for Newly Admitted Students

Apply for General Scholarship
Apply for DEI Scholarship
 
Purpose:
  • The General Entrance Scholarship is designed to attract top talent to the Specialized MBA program. It acknowledges applicants who demonstrate exceptional academic achievements and professional experience.
Award Details:
  • Amount: Ranges from $1,000 to $10,000 per student, with an estimated total disbursement of $5,000 to $50,000 annually.
  • Number of Awards: 5-20 awards are available each year.
Eligibility Criteria:
  • Applicants must apply for the Specialized MBA program and indicate their interest in the scholarship during the application process.
  • Considerations include academic achievements (e.g., GPA, GMAT/GRE scores), work experience, and other notable accomplishments.
  • Financial need is assessed as a secondary factor after initial selection.
Purpose:
  • The DEI Scholarship supports students who have shown a commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion through their personal, professional, or community activities.
Award Details:
  • Amount: The range is the same as for the General Entrance Scholarship ($1,000 to $10,000 per student).
  • Number of Awards: Included within the 5-20 scholarships available per year.
Eligibility Criteria:
    • Applicants need to submit a 500-word essay detailing how their experiences contribute to promoting DEI and supporting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
    • Other factors include academic performance, work experience, and contributions to diversity initiatives.

Graduate Assistantship

A Graduate Assistantship (GA) is an academic support role in which a graduate student assists a faculty member with various professional and research-related tasks. Typical responsibilities include providing technical assistance, evaluating student work, conducting data collection, performing literature reviews, and supporting other research efforts.
 
This role is competitive, with applicants needing a bachelor’s degree, enrollment in the CSUSM SMBA program, and solid knowledge in their area of study. Strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently are also essential.
 

The SMBA Graduate Assistant Pool opens as early as the semester before the anticipated GA appointment. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so students are encouraged to apply early to ensure their application is ready for review as soon as positions become available.

** The SMBA Graduate Assistant Pool is currently not accepting new applicants **
To Apply:
 
  1. Submit the following application documents to the Handshake posting:
  2. Email the MBA Office (mba@csusm.edu) with subject "[term and year of appointment] SMBA Grad Assistant" to confirm your application was received.