Overview

In 1936, UCLA alumni began the tradition of raising and awarding scholarships to help deserving students. Since then, more than 6,000 Bruins have received Alumni Scholarships. Today, generous donors continue to provide crucial support, while committed volunteers dedicate their time to review applications. The program helps make world-class educations attainable and assists UCLA in recruiting the finest students to maintain its status as a world-class institution.

Upon receiving a merit-based Alumni Scholarship, students are eligible to receive additional need-based funding. Scholarship recipients enjoy the camaraderie of the Alumni Scholars Club, as well as networking opportunities with UCLA alumni. Alumni Scholars also develop a sense of giving back to the University and the community through structured service projects. Upon graduation, Alumni Scholars are encouraged to help sustain Alumni Scholarships’ tradition of philanthropy and academic excellence.

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