Investing in the Next Generation: The Long Beach Bar Scholarship Program

At the Long Beach Bar Association, our foundation is built on three core pillars: knowledge, collegiality, and service. We believe that a thriving community starts with empowered youth. Since 1958, we have been proud to champion the ambitions of local students, helping them transition from high school seniors to the leaders of tomorrow.

While we are an association of legal professionals, this scholarship is open to students of all career paths. Whether you dream of becoming a scientist, an artist, a community developer, or an educator, we want to help you get there. Our past recipients have gone on to become elected officials, corporate executives, educators, and dedicated advocates for affordable housing, social justice, and veterans.

We aren't just looking for future lawyers—we are looking for future change-makers.

Who Are Our Top Candidates?

We are specifically seeking high-achieving, college-bound seniors who embody the spirit of our organization and our region. We prioritize candidates who:

• Have a Heart for Service: Students who have made a tangible impact through community involvement.
• Demonstrate Resilience: We highly value applicants who have shown strength and perseverance in overcoming personal hardships or obstacles.
• Academic Achievement: A strong GPA is important, but we’re not looking for perfection, we are looking for passion. Show us where your academic strengths lie. 

Award Details

We understand that the cost of higher education is a significant hurdle. To help bridge the gap, we offer scholarships ranging from $2,500 to $10,000.

Beyond the financial support, winners are celebrated at an awards dinner hosted by our Scholarship Committee—a group of local judges and attorneys who are personally invested in your success. This is a unique opportunity to gain recognition and build connections with some of the most prominent professional voices in our region. Award winners are expected to attend. The exact date of the dinner will be announced mid-February.

Eligibility & How to Apply

• Who: High school seniors in the Long Beach Unified School District region.
• Deadline: All applications must be submitted by midnight, March 1, 2026.
• Selection: Recipients are chosen by our committee based on a holistic review of their academic achievements, community contributions, and personal journey.

Are you ready to take the next step in your journey? We can’t wait to hear your story and support your dreams.