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Scholarships

Each year, the Department of Sociology staff and faculty select or nominate students for many awards. In addition, we employ students as student assistants, writing tutors, peer mentors, and graduate teaching associates. Join our team!

To be eligible for many types of financial aid, you will need to complete a FAFSA

Sociology/Criminology & Justice Studies Outstanding Undergraduate Achievement Scholarship

The award recognizes outstanding academic achievement and contributions to the community.  The Department is particularly interested in recognizing the success of students who are balancing their academic career with other commitments such as paid work, community service or family obligations.

Sociology/Criminology & Justice Studies Undergraduate Success Scholarship

The award recognizes improvement in academic achievements as evidenced by improved grades and overall quality of work in Sociology or Criminology & Justice Studies courses. The Department is particularly interested in recognizing the success of students who are balancing their academic career with other commitments such as paid work, community service or family obligations.

James D. and Sara M. Turner Sociology Scholarship 

Dr. James Turner came in 1966 to Cal Poly Humboldt College as Vice President for Academic Affairs.  After serving in that position for 3 years, he returned to teaching in the Department of Sociology and remained with the department and university through 1980.  Dr. Sara Turner served on the faculty of the Department of Social Work during this period.  She remains an active member of the community and has made this scholarship possible through a generous endowment to the university.  The Turners’ commitment to teaching and social justice is a legacy we are proud to honor through this scholarship. The awardee: Demonstrates a dedication to social justice, teaching, or practicing Sociology, is an Humboldt student pursuing a BA or MA in Sociology, with a major GPA of at least 3.25 (BA) or 3.75 (MA), completion of at least 15 hours (BA) or 9 hours (MA) of “SOC” coursework, and financial need as determined by the Financial Aid Office.

Ketly Shakira Sylla Memorial Scholarship 

This award was created in memory of Humboldt Sociology student, Ketly Shakira Sylla, who was a 22-year old senior when she passed on Sept. 20, 2019. Ketly was an involved student leader on campus and in the community. She was an Educational Opportunity Program student. She worked with the African American Center for Academic Excellence, the Indian Tribal & Educational Personnel Program, and the Student Disability Resource Center. She was also an active member of the CJS and SOC Club. Her mother, Kenya Oliver, wrote: "Ketly is also known to many as Kel. My daughter was so special to so many people, she was more than a daughter but my best friend. We shared her special desire to help anyone, especially those with a disability. She liked to sing, dance and just have fun. Words can’t explain how much I love her. For anyone who has come in contact with her, witnessed her smile, laugh, and kindness." The department will award this scholarship to a Sociology undergraduate major; enrolled with good academic standing. The award is based on volunteer or paid work, or other autobiographical experiences, that evidence commitment to community. Particular consideration will be given to students that evidence interest and commitment to people with disabilities. The scholarship has been funded by Ketly’s family, friends, staff, and teachers. For more information please visit Ketly Shakira Sylla Memorial Scholarship.

Out-of-State Tuition Costs - Waivers and Cost Reduction

Humboldt Sociology is part of the Western Regional Graduate Program (for Graduate students) and WUE (for undergraduates) which means students with residency in any of the Western states can pay in-state tuition to study Sociology at Cal Poly Humboldt.

Applicable states: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, Wyoming, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands/Guam

A very limited number of out-of-state tuition waivers are available to graduate students who are not California residents. With these awards, which are usually for one year only, students pay (lower) in-state tuition. During that year, out-of-state students usually try to establish California residency.

Establishing California Residency to Qualify for In-State Tuition

Out-of-state students usually try to establish California residency by meeting at least three requirements. Out-of-state students should start that process early in the first term. Some out-of-state students may be eligible in their first term for in-state classification. Learn more here.