Barbra Streisand Renaissance Award
Description
The Barbra Streisand Renaissance Award rewards the rebirth of academic aspirations among undergraduate students whose college careers were interrupted or delayed by family and/or career obligations, and they encourage achievement in the pursuit of a bachelor’s degree at UCLA. Students whose learning and/or research connects to the study of feminism, gender, sexuality, and/or women are especially encouraged to apply.
Amount
One (1) $1,000 award
Deadline
Friday, February 26, 2027
Criteria
- Applicant must be a registered UCLA undergraduate student who started or returned to college after a number of years and must be registered during the quarters when the application is due and when award payment is made
- Applicant may also have transferred from a community college to UCLA with junior status
- Previous award recipients are not eligible to apply for this award
Special Note:
- Students who are qualified under the CA Dream Act of 2011 are eligible to apply. Find detailed information on the Dream Act at www.financialaid.ucla.edu.
- Students receiving financial aid are advised to consult with the Financial Aid Office about the potential effect of this award on their financial aid package.
To Apply:
The application requires the following documents:
- Personal essay (maximum 3 single-spaced pages)
- Describe (1) your path to a college degree; (2) what you have accomplished academically, personally, and in the community; and (3) what earning a degree from UCLA means to you.
- Curriculum Vitae/Resume
- Unofficial UCLA transcripts (with most recent coursework)
- Community college transcripts are welcome if applicant feels it will strengthen the application.
- One letter of recommendation from a faculty member of any university
*NOTE: YOUR APPLICATION IS NOT CONSIDERED COMPLETE UNLESS WE RECEIVE YOUR APPLICATION FORM AND YOUR LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION BY FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2027.
Questions
For questions regarding CSW|Streisand Center awards, fellowships, and grants, please contact the Administrative Specialist, Eva Amarillas Diaz, eva@women.ucla.edu.
