The ScholarMatch LA Scholars Program is a FREE program designed to help scholars thrive in college and graduate successfully with the skills needed to succeed in a fulfilling career.

How it Works

LA scholars will join small-group cohorts in monthly virtual workshops. Through this opportunity, scholars can share experiences, seek advice, and build their support network in college. Scholars will also receive personalized support from ScholarMatch college advisors and peer mentors, and will be able to access a basic needs grant.

Program Commitment

The ScholarMatch LA Scholars program is currently a two-year program. Scholars should expect to commit to attending monthly cohort sessions during their first and second years in college.

🚀 Application Launch: February 3

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Join our free LA Scholars Program!

To be eligible for the ScholarMatch LA Scholars Program, students must:

• Be a first-generation college student (neither parent holds a four-year degree)
• Have a GPA of 2.0+
• Graduate from a Southeast Los Angeles high school in the class of 2025 and be admitted to a four-year college immediately after
  
• Have a family income below the median for Los Angeles County (e.g. less than $98,200 for a family of four)
  

Application Requirements

• Ensure you meet our minimum eligibility requirements listed above
• Complete and submit an application comprised of demographic information and short questions

Thank you for your interest in applying to the ScholarMatch LA Scholars Program! 

2024 Timeline

Application Launch: February 3

Application Deadline: April 15

Selection Notification: May 6

Welcome Reception and Program Launch: June 14 

Who is this program a good fit for?

The ScholarMatch LA Scholars Program was designed to help scholars succeed in college. Do any of the below apply to you?

• You will be the first in your family to receive a four-year college degree
• You would love to connect with other scholars who are also first-generation
• You are motivated to succeed in college and would like some additional support

What cities/neighborhoods are considered part of Southeast Los Angeles for this program?

• Bell
• Bell Gardens
• Cudahy
• Florence-Firestone
• Huntington Park
• Lynwood
• Maywood
• South Gate
• Vernon
• Walnut Park

What can I expect from the monthly sessions?

These sessions were designed to introduce scholars to important tools, resources, and strategies that can help students succeed. Topics will include how to register for classes, creating an academic plan, college study skills, making connections on campus, managing financial aid and a college budget, time management, career planning, and more!