The °µÍøÊÓƵ College Promise represents a shared commitment to equitable student success made by the Promise partners - CSULB, LBCC, and LBUSD.

Together with the City of °µÍøÊÓƵ, the Promise Partners support and guide students from elementary school through college and onto their careers. Students earn a world-class education and develop skills to succeed in life.

At CSULB, a Promise student is any °µÍøÊÓƵstudent who graduated from a Promise high school, even if you attended another college before coming to CSULB.

°µÍøÊÓƵ College Promise High Schools:

  • Avalon
  • Browning
  • CAMS
  • Cabrillo
  • Educational Partnership
  • Lakewood
  • °µÍøÊÓƵ Adult School
  • °µÍøÊÓƵ Jordan
  • °µÍøÊÓƵ Polytechnic
  • °µÍøÊÓƵ Wilson
  • Mayfair
  • McBride
  • Millikan
  • Reid
  • Renaissance
  • Sato
  • St Anthony
  • St Joseph

At CSULB, the Promise is focused on developing a community of support and belonging through exclusive events, resources, and communications that support students’ ability to persist and graduate in a timely manner. Below are some examples of our developing efforts.

  • °µÍøÊÓƵ College Promise Award
    The Promise Award is a $500 scholarship offered exclusively to °µÍøÊÓƵPromise students. To qualify, complete the application on Beach Scholarships during the open application window.
  • °µÍøÊÓƵ Community Internship Program
    Paid internship opportunities offered exclusively to °µÍøÊÓƵPromise Students.
  • Promise Scholars
    A student organization that brings Promise students together for professional development, community building, and civil service. Questions about Promise Scholars can be directed to promise@csulb.edu.
  • °µÍøÊÓƵ College Promise Canvas page
    All °µÍøÊÓƵPromise students are automatically invited to an exclusive page for Promise updates, resources, special events, and important reminders. Questions about the Canvas page can be directed to promise@csulb.edu.
  • @CSULB_Promise on Instagram
    Students, parents, and educators are invited to follow our official account for the latest news on special events, new programs, giveaways, scholarships, and more.

°µÍøÊÓƵ College Promise Award

The Promise Award is a $500 scholarship offered exclusively to °µÍøÊÓƵPromise students. To qualify, complete the application on Beach Scholarships during the open application window

Internship Opportunities

°µÍøÊÓƵ Community Internship Program provides exclusive access to paid internship opportunities for °µÍøÊÓƵPromise Students

Early College Credit

Early college credit opportunities allow LBUSD students to get a head-start on their college degree by taking classes with °µÍøÊÓƵand LBCC.

  • °µÍøÊÓƵoffers free at LBUSD high schools
  • LBCC offers a variety of including some at no cost
  • Promise students have exclusive access to the low-cost Young Scholars Program

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