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Crankstart Re-Entry Scholarship (Dean's Discretionary Fund)

University of California, Los Angeles · published from the foundation's own scholarship portal, verified 2026-09-03

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Deadline
See the source listing
Award amount
Up to $5000 scholarship -- renewable
Foundation
University of California, Los Angeles

Program description

"For non-traditional students returning to college after a 5-year gap or more, the UCLA College Crankstart Re-entry Scholarship and was established in May of 2008 to support undergraduate scholarships at UCLA and is part of the UCLA College Reentry Scholarship Program. Applicants to the UCLA College Reentry Scholarship will be considered for selection as a UCLA College Crankstart Re-entry Scholar. There is no separate application. Scholarships are based on merit and financial need. Eligibility: Reentry students (entering junior transfer students) admitted to the UCLA College for Fall. Students with a five-year gap or more in college attendance. Students ideally aged 25 to 50. Demonstrate financial need based on UCLA Financial Aid Office standards. Must submit a FAFSA or DREAM Act Application and be eligible for financial aid at UCLA . Award Amount: $5,000 per academic year (3 quarters). The scholarship is renewable for a second year if the awardee:* maintains a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA at UCLA , completes 45 units by Fall Quarter of senior year (an average of 15 units per quarter), and participates in or is committed to participating in undergraduate or an off-campus internship. This requirement may be fulfilled by completing at least 2 units of: 1) Course 99 (entry-level research), or 2) Courses 197, 198, or 199 (independent study/research), or 3) Course 195 (Community or Corporate Internship). Application Procedure Complete the general application. Answer the additional application questions Provide a transcript, either official or unofficial, from each College or University attended. Provide a letter of recommendation from a Community College instructor, counselor or administrator."

Quoted from University of California, Los Angeles's own portal listing.

How to apply

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Crankstart Re-Entry Scholarship (Dean's Discretionary Fund) — frequently asked

What is the deadline for Crankstart Re-Entry Scholarship (Dean's Discretionary Fund)?

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How much does Crankstart Re-Entry Scholarship (Dean's Discretionary Fund) award?

University of California, Los Angeles's portal lists the award as Up to $5000 scholarship -- renewable.

How do I apply to Crankstart Re-Entry Scholarship (Dean's Discretionary Fund)?

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Where this information comes from

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