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Campus to Career Scholarship Initiative

Campus to Career University of South Alabama

Scholarship Dollars Awarded (2024-25)

Scholarships Awarded
(2024-25)

Average GPA among Active Campus to Career Students

Mission

Guiding students to grow as leaders, professionals, and community-minded graduates ready to thrive beyond the classroom.

The Campus to Career Scholarship Initiative is a program designed to bridge the gap between academic learning, involvement on campus, community engagement and professional success for undergraduate students. Through hands-on experiences, personalized coaching, and strategic partnerships with employers, the initiative empowers students to explore career pathways, build essential skills, and transition confidently into the workforce. 

By offering opportunities such as job shadowing, internships, resume development workshops, and mock interviews, the initiative ensures students are equipped with the tools and experiences needed to thrive beyond graduation. Whether through leadership development, professional branding, or mentorship from industry leaders, students are supported in becoming competitive candidates who are not only ready to work but also community-minded and purpose driven.

Program Qualifications

  • Incoming or current USA student
  • Less than 60 credit hours at the time of application
  • Minimum 2.5 GPA
  • Identification of academic and professional goals
  • Preference given to first-generation college students

FAQs

The Campus to Career scholarship is available at the beginning of every spring semester on JagSpot. Once you submit your application and materials, the selection committee will review late spring into the early summer. You will receive notification from the Scholarship Office once all awards have been determined. 
Award amounts vary based on activity level in the program and can range from $1,000 to $3,000 per academic year. Based on funding, summer scholarships are available as well. 
Campus to career students have the opportunity to engage in study sessions, workshops, job shadowing, social events, travel, and so much more!

To keep your scholarship you will have to complete the following:

  • 30 credit hours per academic year
  • Maintain above a 2.5 cumulative GPA
  • 15 community service hours per semester approved on SouthServes
  • Be involved in at least one (1) registered student organization at USA
  • Complete one digital badge
  • Attend and participate in various events
  • Check ins with Campus to Career staff

Digital badges are online credentials that recognize a student’s skills, achievements, or experiences. Each badge includes details about what was accomplished and can be shared on résumés, LinkedIn, or digital portfolios. They serve as a verified way to showcase learning beyond the classroom. Campus to career students will have the opportunity to earn digital badges in the program. Learn more about digital badges offered by the Office of Community Engagement here!

Service opportunities can be found year-round on SouthServes.

The Campus to Career program is located in the Student Center Suite 120 on the first floor. All students are welcome to visit!

Outside the classroom and community service, Campus to Career students can expect to spend up to 5 hours per month engaging with the program. Experiences associated with the digital badges will be additional. 

Contact Information

c2c@southalabama.edu
251-460-6916
Student Center Suite 120