• Qualify for admission to Sacramento State as a freshman or transfer student.
• Qualify for "Independent Student Status" under federal financial aid guidelines.
• Are classified as a California resident by the California State University Office of Admissions and records.
• Have earned at least a 2.5 GPA in completed coursework.

To remain eligible, you must:

• Maintain an overall 2.0 GPA or above.
• Maintain enrollment in at least 12 units of coursework each semester.
• Maintain continuous enrollment unless a formal leave of absence is granted.
• Fully participate in all aspects of the program (events, student committees, workshops, meetings with program staff and assigned mentor)
• Be receptive to staff monitoring of academic performance.
• Abide by all University standards for appropriate conduct and community behavior.

Guardian Scholars
is unique in that it does
not end after completion
of a bachelor's degree.
Support continues through graduate degrees, doctoral
degrees, or wherever else a student's
dream may lead.