UCSB Yardi Scholars for Environmental Justice

Eligibility

• Apply to UCSB as an incoming Fall 2027 freshman and be a California resident or AB 540 eligible.
• Be first-generation to college: neither parent has received a four-year degree.
• Demonstrate interest in environmental justice and changemaking; all intended majors are welcome. Financial eligibility is determined under Pell and/or Cal Grant income and asset criteria.

Requirements

• Submit the separate Yardi application by February 20, 2027 at 11:59 p.m.; include a 200-word written response, a 1–2 minute video and unofficial high school transcripts.
• Complete or be completing the 2027–28 FAFSA or California Dream Act Application. Selected admitted students are invited to interview.
• The dedicated ongoing rules require full-time enrollment (12 units), quarterly GPA of at least 2.75, annual aid filing by March 2, program coursework, activities and mentoring. The FAQ instead says six units and March 3; confirm these conflicting details with the program.

How to Apply

1. 1Apply for UCSB freshman admission and confirm the university's own admission deadline.
2. 2Submit all Yardi materials through the linked form before the scholarship deadline.
3. 3Monitor spring interview and selection notices; accept UCSB admission by May 1 if selected and enrolling.