Scholarships

Find Money for College

Scholarships are money that does not have to be repaid. They can be awarded based on academic achievement, leadership, community service, financial need, career interests, athletics, artistic talent, and much more.

Start early, apply often, and don't stop after high school - many scholarships are available throughout college.

📅 2027 LBHSSF Scholarship Timeline
Applications Open: January 2027
Deadline: Date TBD
Honors Convocation: Date TBD

LBHS Scholarship Foundation (LBHSSF)

Laguna Beach High School Scholarship Foundation (LBHSSF)

Scholarships Just for LBHS Seniors

The Laguna Beach High School Scholarship Foundation (LBHSSF) provides scholarship opportunities exclusively for Laguna Beach High School seniors who plan to continue their education at a community college, four-year university, or career and technical school.

Since 1947, the LBHSSF has partnered with generous community members and local organizations to award scholarships that help LBHS graduates achieve their educational goals.

Visit the LBHSSF Website

Scholarship Timeline

January - Applications Open
May - Honors Convocation & Scholarship Awards
February - Application Deadline

How to Apply

Step 1

Create your Kaleidoscope account through the LBHSSF website under Students → Applications.

Step 2

Complete and submit the General LBHSSF Scholarship Application.

Step 3

Browse available scholarships and submit any additional scholarship applications that match your interests and qualifications.

Step 4

Submit all applications before the annual deadline.

Financial Need Scholarships

Some LBHSSF scholarships require demonstrated financial need. Students applying for these scholarships must submit their Student Aid Index (SAI) by the application deadline.

If your FAFSA has not yet been processed:

Submit a screenshot of your Estimated Student Aid Index from your FAFSA confirmation email, or
Use the Federal Student Aid Estimator and submit a screenshot of your estimated SAI.

Helpful Resources

LBHSSF WEBSITE

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION PORTAL (KALEIDOSCOPE)

SAMPLE STUDENT RESUME

SCHOLARSHIP WORKSHOP PRESENTATION

HOW TO CLAIM YOUR SCHOLARSHIP

Go to www.lbhssf.org and click "How to Claim" in the "Students" drop-down menu.

Need Help?

If you have questions about your application:

Kaleidoscope Support

Chat directly through the Kaleidoscope platform
Email: help@mykaleidoscope.com
Phone: (656) 343-3445

Mrs. Washer - swasher@lbusd.org

LBHSSF - scholarships@lbhssf.org

Scholarship Search

Start Your Scholarship Search

There are thousands of scholarships available to help students pay for college, trade school, and career education. Scholarships may be awarded based on academics, leadership, community service, financial need, career interests, athletics, artistic talent, or many other qualifications.

National Scholarship Search Websites

These free scholarship search tools match students with scholarships based on their interests, background, achievements, and future goals.

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Niche.com	Search scholarships by category or receive personalized scholarship recommendations.
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Unigo.com	Match with scholarships based on your profile while exploring college planning resources.
Chegg.com	Browse thousands of scholarships with new opportunities added regularly.

Local & Regional Scholarships

Orange County Community Foundation

The Orange County Community Foundation manages dozens of scholarship opportunities for Orange County students pursuing a variety of educational and career pathways.

Orange County Community Foundation Scholarships

Scholarship Tips

Start Early

Many scholarships are available beginning in junior year—and some opportunities start as early as 9th grade.

Apply Often

Don't stop after submitting one application. The more scholarships you apply for, the better your chances of receiving awards.

Reuse Your Essays

Many scholarship essays ask similar questions. Save your essays so you can revise and reuse them.

Keep Your Resume Updated

Track your volunteer work, leadership, awards, employment, and extracurricular activities throughout high school.

Never Pay to Apply

Legitimate scholarships never charge an application fee.

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