📚 Introduction
Pursuing a postgraduate degree in the United States is a dream for many international students, but the cost can be a major barrier. Fortunately, fully funded scholarships like the California State University Scholarship 2025 offer a life-changing opportunity for students passionate about environmental science, climate change, and geospatial modeling. This article provides a comprehensive guide to the scholarship—its benefits, eligibility requirements, and how to successfully apply for the program at Cal State LA. Whether you’re an aspiring researcher or someone determined to tackle the world’s climate challenges, this opportunity could be the gateway to your academic and professional goals.
📍 Host Institution: California State University, Los Angeles
📚 Program: Master’s Degree in Environmental Science
🧭 Focus: Climate Extremes & Remote Sensing (Droughts, Wildfires, Floods, Heatwaves)
💸 Funding:
$24,000/year stipend (includes summer internship at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory)
1-year tuition waiver
No IELTS required
🌎 Eligibility: Open to all countries
👥 Priority Consideration: Under-represented minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities
🗓️ Deadline: March 15, 2025
✅ Eligibility Requirements
Applicants should:
Be interested in climate change, data analysis, and geospatial modeling
Intend to pursue an M.S. in Environmental Science at Cal State LA starting Fall 2025
📩 How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
1. Contact Supervisors:
Dr. Jingjing Li – 📧 jli104@calstatela.edu
Dr. Alireza Farahmand – 📧 afarahm2@calstatela.edu
2. Introduce yourself, express your interest in the program, and inquire about potential fit for the research project.
3. Prepare the following:
Academic CV
Statement of purpose
Transcripts
Letters of recommendation
Any relevant research or writing samples
4. Apply formally to the Graduate School at California State University, Los Angeles.