Founded in 1921, the California Scholarship Federation (CSF) is the oldest scholastic, scholarship institution in the state of California. It is nationally recognized by colleges, universities, and scholarship organizations. CSF emphasizes high standards of scholarship, and community service for California high school students and encourages service to the school and community while fostering pride in academic scholastic achievement.

CSF Membership is gained after qualifying grades are earned each semester. In order to become a member, the student must submit an application each semester. The application period takes place at the beginning of each semester (VHS students are informed of these dates through our daily bulletin, Schoology group, Instagram, Remind 101, and/or VHS website). A point system specified in the CSF State By-Laws establishes the membership requirements. To secure eligibility for CSF membership, a student must earn sufficient points (10) from pre-approved course lists. The majority of the required membership points must come from University of California accepted course work (i.e. college prep, gate, Honors and AP classes).

The Spring 2025 membership will take place January 8 - 29. Applications and dues will only be accepted on specific days and times stated in the slide deck below. Students can pick up applications in Room 16-212 or download it on the left of this page. Before submitting an application, students should refer to the CSF FAQS slide deck posted below.