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California Pre-Doctoral Program

The California Pre-Doctoral Program helps CSU students turn their faculty aspirations into reality by fostering access, preparation, and success in doctoral education.


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  • Abou​t the California Pre-Doctoral Program

    The California Pre-Doctoral Program exists to expand access to doctoral study for students in the CSU. Discover more details about the program’s origins, goals, and meet the team that makes it all possible.

  • Learn About the Program
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  • Sally​​ Casanova Scholars

    Explore the directory of past and current scholars. See who has been awarded this scholarship across CSU campuses.

  • Meet the Scholars
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  • Faculty ​Mento​​rs

    Faculty mentors play a vital role in guiding Sally Casanova Scholars. Find resources and instructions on responsibilities and expectations here.

  • Learn About Mentors
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  • Campus ​​​Co​​ordinators

    Campus coordinators serve as the key resource for scholars and prospective applicants. They serve as advocates and problem-solvers for issues and concerns that arise on campus

  • Meet the Campus Coordinators
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  • Health Pr​​ofessions Scholars​ Initiative

    This track support students aspiring to careers in health professions, including public health, health psychology, human development (with an emphasis on health), kinesiology, nursing, social work and speech/language/hearing sciences.

  • Learn More About HPSI

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