The Avery Dạ-An Memorial Scholarship

Brief Description

The Avery Dạ-An Memorial Scholarship by California State University Fullerton is a prestigious scholarship program that aims to provide financial support and empower underrepresented students in the field of nursing. Established in 2018, the scholarship was created in loving memory of Avery Dạ-An, a nursing student at Cal State Fullerton who tragically passed away in a car accident.

Host Institution(s)

California State University Fullerton, located in Orange County, is a renowned public university that offers a diverse range of academic programs, including one of the top nursing programs in the state of California.

Level/Field of Study

The Avery Dạ-An Memorial Scholarship is awarded to undergraduate and graduate students pursuing a nursing degree at California State University Fullerton.

Number of Awards

Each year, Cal State Fullerton awards one Avery Dạ-An Memorial Scholarship to an outstanding nursing student.

Target Group

The scholarship is available to underrepresented students in the nursing field, especially those who may face financial barriers in their pursuit of higher education.

Scholarship Value/Inclusions

The Avery Dạ-An Memorial Scholarship provides financial support of up to $2,000 for a single academic year. The award can be used to cover tuition fees, books, and other educational expenses.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the Avery Dạ-An Memorial Scholarship,

• The purpose of the annual scholarship is to provide support to full-time enrolled undergraduate students pursuing an academic degree from California State University, Fullerton who demonstrated a commitment to social justice.
• Preference will be given to those committed to and/or have a history of working toward improvement of the educational, economic, social, and/or political conditions of Viet, Khmer, Lao, and/or Hmong communities to create a more just society in the United States
• GPA of 2.0 or higher, full-time undergraduate student, financial need, and preference to firstgeneration college students (students whose parents did not graduate from a 4-year university). 

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Application Instructions

To apply for the Avery Dạ-An Memorial Scholarship, students must complete an online application form and submit it by the designated deadline( 02 Mar 2026). They must also submit a personal statement, official transcripts, and two letters of recommendation highlighting their academic achievements and community involvement.

Official Website

For more information about the Avery Dạ-An Memorial Scholarship, including the application deadline and requirements, please visit the official website.