2026 Scholarships
In 2026, KABA, together with the Korean American Bar Association of Washington Foundation, will continue its scholarship program for law students enrolled at law schools in Washington State. The program includes: (1) one to three general KABA scholarships (total $6,000 available between the recipients), made possible thanks to the generous donations of KABA’s community; and (2) one to six scholarships (total $20,000 available between the recipients) in the memory of Kate Seabright, sponsored by Kate’s law firm Fox Rothschild, and Kate’s family.
These scholarships recognize law students who demonstrate a significant commitment to community service and dedication to advancing issues of diversity and inclusion in the bar. All law students are encouraged to apply, regardless of any affiliation with KABA.
Please contact kabawascholarships@gmail.com with questions.
Identify the scholarship(s) you are interested in and access the respective instruction and application form below:
General Scholarship
All applicants will be judged holistically based on the following criteria: (1) community service and involvement; (2) essay; (3) personal goals and achievements (professional, extracurricular, academic); and (4) interview. Please find the application and further details here.
Kate Seabirhgt Scholarship
The following factors will be considered holistically in the selection process:
Commitment to volunteerism, working towards diversity and inclusion efforts to improve the legal profession, and/or advocating for mental health awareness;
Commitment or interest in serving the Korean American or Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) legal community;
Professional goals and advancement in legal profession; and
Economic need
Please find the application and further details here.