American Public Service Scholarship

Scholarship Sponsored by Walter Clark Legal Group

In today's world, there is a pressing need for proficient public servants. Public servants have the potential to bring about change and enhance the lives of others through their service. While the current job market may be enticing you towards high-paying digital roles, we want to emphasize the significance of careers in public service. Careers in this sector offer the chance to serve your community, make a significant difference, and derive satisfaction from your work. They also offer job security and stability, with a wide range of opportunities in different fields.

Students who are interested in professions such as teaching, law enforcement, and public health are not only in high demand, but they also embody the true spirit of American contribution to society. This profession demands careful study, sacrifice, and selflessness to bring about meaningful change. It's crucial that talented students who are interested in these fields understand the significance of public service and the role they can play in shaping the future of our nation.

To inspire the next generation of public servants across the country, our law firm is delighted to announce a scholarship opportunity available to eligible students nationwide.

This scholarship is designed to motivate students to pursue careers in public service and make the necessary difference. We hope that the financial aid provided by the 2026 American Public Service Scholarship will help initiate this process and inspire students to explore their potential career paths in public service.

This scholarship, worth $2,000, will be awarded to two students who best embody the spirit of public service and respond to the essay prompt demonstrating their commitment to serving others. Be sure to highlight your career goals, motivations, and how you plan to contribute as a public servant.

Given our longstanding association with the College of the Desert, California State University Bakersfield, and the University of California Riverside, we encourage students from these universities to apply.

The application deadline for this scholarship is January 31, 2026.

We are eager to review your applications!

Eligibility

• This scholarship is open to high school seniors, vocational students, college students, and graduate students who are legal residents of one of the 50 US states or the District of Columbia
• The applicant must be enrolled in a vocational program or a two to four-year post-secondary institution for the Fall semester of 2026
• Employees of Walter Clark Legal Group, their family members, and those living in the same household as these individuals (whether related or not) are not eligible to apply
• Applicants must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher and be in good overall standing to be eligible

Application Requirements

• Applicants must submit an essay of 750 to 1,000 words in response to the prompt: Detail your efforts and aspirations to serve your community as a public servant. Describe what experiences inspired you to choose this path and how you plan to make a difference.
• Applicants must submit a professional resume detailing their experience, both professional and academic.
• Applicants must submit a transcript from their current school. First-year college students, graduate students, or individuals who have recently transferred schools may submit an unofficial transcript from their current school, as well as the most recent official transcript from their previous school. High school students must also submit proof of acceptance to the college or university they plan to attend.

The winners of the 2026 American Public Service Scholarship will be selected in the month following the scholarship deadline.

Application Deadline and Instructions:

To be considered for this scholarship, applicants must submit their complete application (including the essay, resume, and transcript) by January 31, 2026. Applications received after this date will not be considered.