The goal of the California State University Chancellor's Doctoral Incentive Program (CDIP) is to increase the number of faculty with the qualifications, motivation, and skills needed to teach the diverse students of the CSU.
CDIP prepares promising doctoral students for CSU faculty positions by providing financial support, mentorship by CSU faculty and professional development and grant resources. It is the largest program of its kind in the U.S.
The Chancellor's Doctoral Incentive Program application is now closed for the 2023-2024 academic year. For the 2024- 2025 academic year, take the first step and contact a CSU Campus Coordinator to discuss your academic goals. If you are not clear on who to contact, you may contact the staff at Chancellor's Doctoral Incentive Program for more information.
Interested candidates should work directly with a CSU Campus Coordinator
Application Review Timeline:
Every year, the CDIP program supports gifted students in pursuing their doctorate and finding employment at the CSU; here are a few of their stories.
Get to Know Our Students
Through financial support, mentorship, professional development and grants, CDIP prepares doctoral students for an academic career.
Explore CDIP’s Benefits
Learn more about the program’s mission and the staff working to achieve it.
Learn About Our Staff
Use these guides, sites and other resources to help you succeed in your studies, find jobs, and prepare to join the faculty of the CSU.
Explore Helpful Resources
CDIP Fellows who have graduated or who are about to graduate should submit their information to be included in the annual CDIP Directory. The directory is intended to assist CSU campuses in recruiting candidates who would further their goals of creating a faculty with the ability and motivation to educate a diverse student body. Fellows can apply below:
Apply for the 2022 Directory
CSU campus representatives can request their copies of the directory by contacting Elizabeth Sanchez.