Student Scholarships & Funds
Kresge College offers a variety of scholarships and project funds to support student success. These opportunities recognize creativity, public service, academic excellence, and financial need, while also helping students bring their ideas and projects to life. Explore the scholarships and funding options below to see how you can apply.
Reyna Grande Scholarship
Two Reyna Grande Scholarships will be awarded annually: one to an undergraduate student affiliated with Kresge College and one to an undergraduate student at any of the colleges at UCSC. The scholarship is for creative projects—involving arts, writing, or other creative media work—intended to advance the standing and visibility of Latinx culture and history.
David Wayne Christenson Scholarship
The David Wayne Christenson Scholarship honors Kresge College students with demonstrated public service to the university (e.g. involvement in student government or other student or campus activities), high academic merit, and documented financial need. One to two Kresge Students are selected each year.
Carol H. Bennett Scholarship
The Carol H. Bennett Scholarship was established in the name of Carol Hope Bennett, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bennett. The scholarship provides educational support for Kresge students who have financial need, including but not limited to emergency situations. This scholarship is administered by the Financial Aid office; students who filed a FAFSA (financial aid application) will be considered on the basis of need.
If you are a student with a financial emergency or crisis situation, please visit the Financial Aid and Scholarship Office at 201 Hahn Students Services, or call them at 831-459-2963.