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ELIGIBILITY

To apply for the 2026 cohort of SoLa Scholars, applicants must meet the following criteria:

1. Demonstrate a Commitment to Civic Engagement and Social Responsibility
Applicants should exhibit a strong dedication to serving their community and fostering social responsibility through their actions and aspirations.

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2. High School Senior, Class of 2026
Candidates must be graduating high school seniors in the Class of 2026.

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3. Plan to Attend a Four-Year Accredited University Full-Time
Applicants must intend to enroll as full-time students at a four-year accredited university beginning in Fall 2026 .

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4. Residency in Specific South LA Zip Codes
Applicants must reside in one of the following South Los Angeles zip codes:
90001, 90002, 90003, 90006, 90007, 90008, 90011, 90013, 90015, 90016, 90017, 90018, 90021, 90022, 90023, 90026, 90029, 90032, 90033, 90037, 90043, 90044, 90047, 90058, 90059, 90061, 90062, 90220, 90221, 90222, 90223, 90224, 90247, 90249, 90250, 90255, 90262, 90280, 90301, 90302, 90303, 90304, 90305, 90710, 90717, 90731, 90732, 90744.

THE MILLER FULL-RIDE SCHOLARSHIP

In addition to meeting the general eligibility criteria listed above, students seeking consideration for the Miller full-ride scholarship must fulfill the following requirements:

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1. Demonstrate Commitment to Academic Excellence: Applicants must have a minimum unweighted high school GPA of 3.5.
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2. Show Evidence of High Financial Need: Applicants must complete the FAFSA and demonstrate minimal to no family financial support, reflecting low-income status.
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3. Commit to Attending an Eligible University: Applicants must have been accepted to, or be pending acceptance at, a highly selective private university with the intent to enroll if admitted and funded. Eligible universities include:

  • Competitive Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs)

  • Top-Ranking Private Universities (e.g., Ivy League)

  • Highly Selective Out-of-State Universities

  • ​Public scholars such as UC's and CSU's are not eligible

For further information, please visit the Miller Scholarship tab and refer to our FAQs.

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