Eric & Christine Alegria Public Service Scholarship
About the Scholarship
The Greater Los Angeles Education Foundation is proud to offer this scholarship award to students interested in pursuing studies and a career in public service. Students with demonstrated community awareness and financial need who plan to graduate from a public high school in LA County are encouraged to apply.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for scholarship consideration, applicants must:
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Be a current senior and graduate from a public high school in Los Angeles County by June 2025
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Have a 3.5 grade point average or higher (cumulative unweighted)
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Attend a 2- or 4-year university in 2025-2026
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Plan to pursue degrees or careers in fields such as government, public administration, and public policy.
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Have a demonstrated financial need
Selection Criteria
Applicants will be evaluated on the following criteria:
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Interest in pursuing studies and a career in public service
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Community awareness
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Financial need
Application Timeline
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Application Open: March 27, 2025
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Application Deadline: May 7, 2025, by 11:59 pm PST
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Scholarship Award Disbursements: No later than August 1, 2025
Awards
Selected students, known as Alegria Scholars, will receive up to $2,500 toward their college tuition for the 2025-2026 school year. Award disbursement can be made directly to students or sent to their college/university.
Questions?
Contact Kerry Franco at the Greater Los Angeles Education Foundation at kfranco@glaef.org or (323) 455-7071.
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If you are interested in making a contribution, please click here or contact us at info@glaef.org.
Meet the Scholars
Vivian Carrillo, 2024 Alegria Scholar
Aleen Khedesian, 2023 Alegria Scholar