Scholarships

Alumni Giving

Make a Difference. Every Gift Counts!

Scholarships are one of the best ways to show your continued support for CSU Dominguez Hills! Alumni support a number of scholarships that provide much-needed financial support to deserving students. contributes directly to enhancing the experience of current Toros.

Current Scholars

2025-26 Burgundy & Gold Scholarship Aracely Constantino Grade level: Graduate Student Major: Social Work "This scholarship has relieved the stress of covering daily expenses like utilities and transportation, allowing me to focus more on my fieldwork and community engagement which are key aspects of my journey to becoming a social worker. I'm deeply grateful for this support, which empowers me to grow, give back, and make a meaningful impact on the communities I serve."听
2025-26 Burgundy & Gold Scholarship Araceli Enriquez Patino Grade level: Graduate Student Major: Social Work "This scholarship has helped eased some financial burden, allowing me to focus on my education and pursue my dream of becoming a social worker to help provide support for students and families."
2025-26 Jamina O. Barnes Scholarship Cynthia Josephine Sierra Grade level: Graduate Student Major: College Counseling "I am deeply grateful for receiving this scholarship, it supports me both financially and personally. As a first-generation college student who comes from a low-income background, I value education and am committed to helping others overcome similar barriers. This scholarship affirms my journey, and it will continue to support me towards making a difference in students鈥� lives."
2025-26 Burgundy & Gold Scholarship Dominique Soriano Grade level: Graduate student Major: Occupational Therapy "This Scholarship has given me financial relief, allowing me to leave one of my part-time jobs and focus on my full-time internship. As someone born and raised in Carson, I鈥檓 proud to represent my community and deeply grateful to the alumni for their generous support."
2025-26 Burgundy & Gold Scholarship Francisco Javier Zuniga Grade level: Graduate Student Major: Public Administration "My journey to college has been challenging, balancing school, work, and family responsibilities but these experiences have strengthened my resilience and commitment to education. Receiving the Burgundy & Gold Scholarship not only eases financial stress but also reminds me that others believe in my success, which motivates me to keep pushing forward. I'm deeply grateful for the support, and it inspires me to one day give back to students like me."
2025-26 Burgundy & Gold Scholarship Jacqueline Blanchard Grade level: Junior Major: Psychology "This scholarship support came during a crucial time in my academic journey. It has been a long challenging path to success, but staying focused and committed has brought me closer to graduation. This scholarship has brought more than just growth determination, it has brought pride to my family, especially to my mother."
2025-26 Burgundy & Gold Scholarship Jammy Espinoza Grade level: Senior Major: Psychology听 "I am grateful for this scholarship and the alumni who support students through financial assistance and continue to recognize academic achievement. As a full-time psychology student, working mother of two and daughter of Salvadoran immigrants, I share my commitment to education and encourage others that it is never too late to pursue your goals. This scholarship has helped me balance my responsibilities and is helping me continue to advance my education."
2025-26 Burgundy & Gold Scholarship Kathy Ngoc Hong Grade level: Graduate Student Major: Psychology听 "I am thankful for this scholarship, as a daughter of Vietnamese refugees, growing up with limited understanding of higher education and my own struggles has inspired me to support students navigating through similar challenges. This scholarship has eased financial stress during my unpaid fieldwork. This has not only provided practical support but has also provided a sense of being seen and believed in."
2025-26 Burgundy & Gold Scholarship Maricruz Armenta Grade level: Graduate Student Major: College Counseling "As a graduate student in college counseling, I am thankful to receive the Burgundy and Gold scholarship, which has helped ease financial burden and allowing me to focus on career-building internships. I first began my journey wanting to teach but now I want to become a college counselor."
2025-26 Burgundy & Gold Scholarship Owen Obi Grade level: Senior Major: Business Administration "Receiving the Burgundy and Gold Scholarship means a lot to me, not only eases the financial burden of tuition and school materials but also motivates me to continue working hard in my academic journey. I'm truly grateful to the alumni and scholarship committee for recognizing my dedication and supporting my goals."
2025-26 Jamina Barnes Scholarship Jaylen Smith Grade level: Senior Major: Business Administration "I am deeply grateful to the committee; this has not only helped me financially; but upon receiving this scholarship it was a reminder of my recognition as well as a symbol of my worth and ability to achieve great things. I feel honored to contribute to the school鈥檚 legacy and I pledge to give back to others like the committee has."