College of Science - Physics & Astronomy - Mary E. Mogge Scholarship

Dr. Mary E. Mogge taught in the Department of Physics at Cal Poly Pomona for more than thirty years (1979-2014) and served as the department chair for six years (2001-2007). She was the first in her family to attend college and is passionate about helping support other first-generation students who are interested in continuing their studies in the field of Physics. The goal of the Dr. Mary E. Mogge Physics Scholarship is to provide financial relief to students who are responding to challenges, issues, and events affecting underrepresented communities.

Selection Criteria to Award for Fall 2024:

• Must be a current Cal Poly Pomona student
• Student must be a Physics major
• Must be Sophomore, Junior or Senior level standing at the time of applying
• Must be full-time student during the period of the award
• Must have an Overall GPA of 3.0 or above AND must have a GPA in Major of 3.0 or above
• Student must demonstrate need as determined by FAFSA or Dream Application
• Must have completed the Cal Poly 2-semester, calculus-based Introductory Physics sequence PHY1510/L & PHY1520/L (or its equivalent) prior to applying
• Must have completed at least one full semester sophomore or higher-level physics course at Cal Poly prior to applying
• Prepare a one-page letter addressed to the Department Chair. Describe your academic accomplishments and school or career plans, explain how you have promoted inclusion, cultural awareness and or diversity in your classroom, department, college campus or community; and share how this scholarship will benefit you and your financial situation during the school year

1 year renewable (pending student meets requirements)

Preference is given to first generation, diverse and low-income students.

This scholarship is open to non-California residents and non-U.S. citizens.

To begin the application process, please complete your general application first, then proceed to search this scholarship in the ‘Opportunities’ >> ‘Recommended’ tab and click on APPLY.