To minimize debt, students should pursue every source of funding for which they may be eligible, including both scholarships offered by the School of Law and those offered by outside organizations. Below you will find a regularly updated collection of scholarships that are sponsored by outside organizations and available to law students. Every organization has its own rules and timeframes, so if a deadline below has passed, check the organization’s website for information about its next scholarship cycle.
In addition to the resources below, students should investigate graduate funding opportunities that are personally relevant, such as those provided by their undergraduate institutions; current and former employers; social and professional organizations; and state and local bar associations, foundations and government agencies.
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General Private Scholarships
Barbri Law Preview: One Lawyer Can Change the World
In 2022, will award one $10,000 scholarship, one $5,000 scholarship, and eight $1,000 scholarships for “future change agents who are heading to law school.” To be eligible, you must be an incoming 1L student starting in the Fall of 2021 and submit a 500-word essay or less by June 1, 2022. See the website for additional information.
Deadline: June 1, 2022
Pipleline to Practice Foundation Scholarships
The Pipeline to Practice Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit committed to diversifying the legal profession by providing diverse students with programming and attorney mentors throughout law school. Additionally, the Foundation has partnered with BARBRI to ensure that its students receive free access to BARBRI Law Preview’s law school prep course (before law school) and a BARBRI Bar Review course (when they graduate).
Deadline: May 15, 2022
KarmicKash is BARBRI Law Preview’s campaign to help combat food insecurity in the United States by supporting 100,000 volunteer hours at food banks, food pantries, and soup kitchens in 2022. KarmicKash provides free tuition for BARBRI Law Preview to 1,000 entering law students who volunteer a minimum of 100 hours at a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit food bank, food pantry, or soup kitchen between January 1 and April 30, 2022.
Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants is offering a $1,000 scholarship to students currently registered in any accredited post secondary institution. To apply for the scholarship, you must write a 500-1000 word essay on the following topic: Describe your educational career and life goals. Explain your plan for achieving these goals. Include your degree/major, why you selected it, and how this degree/major will help you achieve your goals. See website for additional requirements.
Deadline: June 12, 2022
AES Engineering Services Scholarship
AES Engineering Services is offering a $500 scholarship that will be awarded based on character, as determined by applicant essays submitted. This scholarship is available to students across a wide spectrum of fields of study; you are not required to be taking engineering courses to be eligible.
Deadline: October 8, 2022
American Association for Justice (AAJ): AAJ Trial Advocacy Scholarship and Leesfield/AAJ Scholarship
The AAJ Trial Advocacy Scholarship is open to AAJ Law Student Members who are entering their second and third year of law school. This $3,000 scholarship is awarded to the applicant who best demonstrates the following: commitment to AAJ and its mission; a desire to represent victims; interest and skill in trial advocacy; and financial need.
The Leesfield/AAJ Scholarship, available to first- and second-year AAJ Law Student Members, awards $1,500 to subsidize attendance at AAJ’s Annual Convention. AAJ’s Annual Convention is a great opportunity for the winner to network with top trial lawyers from around the country.
Deadline: May 1, 2022
American Association of Law Libraries (AALL) Scholarship Program
AALL Scholarships are available to assist individuals studying to become law librarians as either a library or law school student (e.g. library school graduates pursuing a law degree or law school graduates pursuing a library degree). See website for details.
Deadline: April 1, 2022
American College of Consumer Financial Services Lawyers (ACCFSLF) Writing Competition
ACCFSL seeks to recognize written contributions to the field of U.S. consumer financial services law. Eligible papers include books, book chapters, substantial book reviews, publishable articles, and student case notes or comments that were written within the 12 months preceding the deadline. Awards include a cash payment ($5,000 for books; $3,500 for articles, reviews, or book chapters; and $1,500 for student work).
Deadline: 2022 deadline TBA (prior deadline was December 1, 2021)
Answering Legal’s Future Attorneys of America Scholarship
One $5,000 merit scholarship will be awarded annually. Applicants must be currently enrolled at an accredited law school; have a minimum 3.5 GPA; and have some form of legal experience (volunteer, internship, employment). Application includes 500-1000 word personal essay. See website for details.
Deadline: November 30, 2022
One $1,000 scholarship for a student dedicated to becoming a professional in the field of law. Minimum 2.5 GPA. Application includes a 1000-word personal essay. See website for details.
Deadline: 2022 deadline TBA (prior deadline was June 1, 2021)
Arnold & Itkin LLP Academic Scholarship
Arnold & Itkin LLP will award $5,000 to two current law students who share our passion for assisting the underprivileged and the victims of tragedy. Regardless of the area of law, the scholarship recipients should be focused on utilizing the legal system to support those less fortunate. All applicants should demonstrate both past and current dedication to victim advocacy and/or community service. To apply, each applicant must submit an essay explaining their goals and intent to use their legal education to improve the lives of certain individuals, the community, or society at large. The essay should be limited to no more than 3 pages. In addition to that, applicants must submit a statement of financial need along with supporting documentation. Students must be in their second or third year at an ABA Accredited school, have at least a 3.0 GPA, be a U.S. resident, and be in financial need.
Deadline: 2022 deadline TBA (prior deadline was December 1, 2021)
Association of Former Intelligence Officers (AFIO) Graduate Scholarships
Scholarships up to $5,000 are available for Graduate students. Applications must be submitted no earlier than your senior undergraduate year and no later than your second year of graduate studies. Evaluation criteria include merit, character, serious of academic commitment, and relevance of your studies to national security interests and career ambitions. If you qualify for more than one of the scholarships, only one master application needs to be submitted.
Deadline: June 1, 2022
Baumgartner Law Firm Law Student Scholarship
One $3,000 law student scholarship awarded based on need and commitment to helping others. See the website for application details.
Deadline: 2022 deadline TBA (prior deadline was August 31, 2021)
Bisnar Chase Branch Out Scholarship
Offers a bi-yearly scholarship of $1,000 to a student who demonstrates through their personal statements that they are committed to expanding their education and using their education to improve their communities. Bisnar Chase will also give $500 to a 501c3 charitable organization of the winner’s choice. Minimum 2.5 GPA. See website for application details.
Deadline: June 15, 2022
Brandy Austin Law Racial & Social Justice Scholarship
One $1,000 scholarship for a student who demonstrates dedication to fighting for racial and social justice. Must submit a personal essay of up to 1,000 words on the specified topic. Minimum 3.0 GPA. See website for details.
Deadline: May 1, 2022
Brown Bass & Jeter Community Leadership Scholarship
Will award a $1,000 scholarship to a deserving applicant who demonstrates leadership qualities and is committed to improving our communities. Must submit an essay of up to 1,000 words on the specified topic. Minimum 3.0 GPA. See website for details.
Deadline: February 10, 2023
Bryce Harlow Foundation Fellowship Program
The Bryce Harlow Fellowship is awarded to highly motivated students in pursuit of a career in professional advocacy through government relations and lobbying. Students must be enrolled in graduate studies part-time and work full-time. In addition to the $8,000 monetary award, fellows also have a unique opportunity to participate in the Bryce Harlow Foundation Mentoring Program. See website for selection criteria and application details.
Deadline: April 29, 2022
ChapmanAlbin Scholarship for Law Students
One $1,000 scholarship for a law student. Must submit a personal essay of 300-500 words on the specified topic. See website for details.
Deadline: June 15 annually
Charles E. Joseph Employment Law Scholarship
Awards $1,000 annually to a law student who plans to work in plaintiff’s employment law. Applicants must submit a resume, transcript, and a 750-word essay on challenges facing workers’ rights in the future. See website for details.
Deadline: May 1, 2022
Cosmos Club Foundation: Cosmos Scholars Grant Program
The program provides grants to graduate students at DC area universities to meet specific research needs not covered by other supporting funds, including but not limited to special supplies, travel, unanticipated expenses that would enhance the work, etc. Specifically excluded are general financial support, tuition, and living expenses (except in connection with supported travel). There is no restriction as to academic field, but the project should be focused on objective scholarly research rather than commercial or political activity, social activism, or other non-academic goals. The number of grants to be awarded is expected to be at least fifteen. Amounts of rewards will be determined individually and will not exceed $5,000. Applications for a given year’s program usually are accepted beginning in late summer.
Deadline: 2022 deadline TBA (application window typically September – November 1)
The Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund aids people active in movements for social and economic justice. These need-based scholarships are awarded to students enrolled or planning to enroll in a college or university and active in the progressive movement. The maximum grant is $15,000. See the website for details.
Deadline: April 1st each year (application opens in January)
DDRB Lawyers Legal Scholarship
Dolan Dobrinsky Rosenblum Bluestein, LLP offers a recurring scholarship worth $1500 designed to help one law student with their tuition costs. Requires 3.5 or higher GPA and 400-500 word original essay on what you hope to achieve in your legal career if awarded this scholarship. See the website for application details.
Deadline: January 31, 2022
Donaldson & Weston Distracted Driving Awareness Scholarship
One $1,000 scholarship for the student who writes the winning 500+ word essay on driving while distracted. See website for details.
Deadline: February 10, 2023
One $500 scholarship for the student who submits the winning 500-word essay or 2-minute video presentation on the topic: What positive change are you working to bring to your community in the new year? Minimum 3.0 GPA. See the website for application details.
Deadline: July 7, 2022
Emerson Straw Texting and Driving Prevention Scholarship
One $1,000 scholarship for the student who writes the winning 750-word essay on the specified topic about preventing texting while driving. Minimum 3.0 GPA. See website for details.
Deadline: February 10, 2023
Federal Communications Bar Association (FCBA) Foundation: Law School Scholarship Program
The FCBA Foundation Law School Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to rising second or third year students currently enrolled in accredited U.S. law schools who have a demonstrated interest in pursuing a career in communications law. Awards typically range from $2,000 – $10,000 each. The FCBA Foundation also sponsors a Law School Summer Internship Stipend Program that provides stipends to law students in otherwise unpaid summer internships in communications-related agencies. See website for details.
Deadline: April 6, 2022
Federal Employee Education & Assistance Fund
Merit-based scholarship competition program open exclusively to civilian federal employees, their spouses, and their children. Dependents must be full-time students; employees may be part-time. Minimum 3.0 GPA.
Deadline: March 24, 2022
Food and Drug Law Institute: H. Thomas Austern Memorial Writing Competitions
The Food and Drug Law Institute (FDLI) sponsors the H. Thomas Austern Memorial Writing Competitions to encourage law students interested in the areas of law that affect food, drugs, animal drugs, biologics, cosmetics, diagnostics, dietary supplements, medical devices and tobacco. Winning papers will be considered for publication in the Food and Drug Law Journal. Papers must be less than 100 pages. See website for sample topics.
Deadline: June 10, 2022
The Gene Harrelson Humanitarian Scholarship
One $500 scholarship for a business, liberal arts, or law school student. Must submit a personal essay of no more than 1000 words on the specified topic. Minimum 3.0 GPA. See website for details.
Deadline: August 1 annually
General Counsel, P.C. First Generation Law Student Scholarship
The General Counsel, P.C. First Generation Law Student Scholarship is open to second year law students (2Ls) who are the first in their family to attend law school. The firm will award $1,500 to two (2) applicants annually. Applicants will be judged based on review of a short essay, letter(s) of recommendation, and academic performance. Minimum 3.0 GPA. See website for details.
Deadline: Between October 1st and October 31st annually
Two $1,000 awards annually. Requires a 1000-2000 word essay on the topic: “Reasons I wanted to go to law school.” See website for details.
Deadline: January 1, 2022
Goldman Babboni Fernandez & Walsh Justice Pays Scholarship
One $1,000 scholarship for a student who writes the winning short personal essay on professional goals. See website for application details.
Deadline: December 21, 2022
Grungo Colarulo Giving Back to the Community Scholarship
One $1,000 scholarship for a student with demonstrated commitment to service in their community. Requires 750-word personal essay on the specified topic. Minimum 3.0 GPA. See website for details.
Deadline: November 14, 2022
Hodge & Langley Law Firm Texting and Driving Prevention Scholarship
One $1,000 scholarship for the student who writes the winning 500-word essay on how young people can prevent themselves and others from driving while distracted. See website for details.
Deadline: February 10, 2023
Jacoby & Meyers Law School Student Scholarship
One $2,500 scholarship awarded to a law student. Requires a 500-1000 word personal essay on specified topic. Minimum 3.0 GPA. See website for application details.
Deadline: 2022 deadline TBA (prior deadline was December 16, 2021)
Japanese American Citizens League National Scholarship Program
The program currently offers over 30 awards, including three specifically for law students. Every candidate must be an active JACL member (membership is open to everyone of any ethnic background). Applicants may apply to only one scholarship category.
Deadline: April 1, 2022
KNR Robert Redick Memorial Scholarship
One $5,000 scholarship will be awarded to an individual student who successfully creates a plan to persuade young adults to avoid distracted driving. The plan can be very open-ended. Applicants can make videos, submit strategies, or be as creative as they’d like to convey their ideas. Minimum 3.0 GPA. See website for details.
Deadline: March 31, 2022
Lamber-Goodnow Injury Law Team Law School Scholarship
Will award one $1,000 scholarship. Requires 500-750 word essay describing why you want to be a lawyer and what motivated you to go to law school. See website for application details.
Deadline: December 1st each year
The Larson Law Office Scholarship
Will award one $1,000 scholarship. Requires a 1000-word essay describing your family and how they have influenced you to become the person you are today. See website for application details.
Deadline: 2021 deadline TBA (prior deadline was December 1, 2020)
Essay competition scholarship of $2,500 for a student currently attending or planning to attend law school. Requires submission of a 2000-2500 word essay on the specified legal topic. See website for details.
Deadline: Deadline TBA (prior deadline was May 31, 2021)
Lubell Rosen Essay Scholarship
One $1,000 scholarship for student who writes the winning 500-word essay on specified topic. Applicants must be younger than 30 years old. See website for application details.
Deadline: February 10, 2021
One $1,000 scholarship awarded biannually. Requires a personal essay of 300+ words in response to specified question. Include resume with current GPA. See the website for application details.
Deadline: September 20th and January 20th of each year
Megeredchian Law: Break The Habit Distracted Driving Scholarship
One $1,000 scholarship awarded annually. Requires a media piece (e.g. essay, poem, video, illustration, graphic) advocating against distracted driving. Minimum 3.0 GPA. See the website for application details.
Deadline: August 31 annually
Michael Maggio Immigrants’ Rights Summer Fellowship Program
This Fellowship was established jointly by the American Immigration Lawyers Association, the Center for Human Rights and Constitutional Law, and the National Immigration Project of the National Lawyers Guild, to commemorate the life and legal contributions of Michael Maggio (Antioch Law School, Class of 1978). The Fellowship will be awarded to one law student each summer to work on a student-initiated project. Students must submit a project proposal with an organization willing to host the student for 10 weeks and a source of $1,500 in funding (the $1,500 amount may be paid by the host organization, law school public interest funding, independent fundraising, etc.) The Maggio Immigrants’ Rights Fellowship will provide an additional $2,500 stipend for a total award of $4,000.
Deadline: Typically mid-February
Michigan Workers Comp Law Scholarship
Scholarship of $500 will be awarded to one law student annually. Requires GPA of 2.5 or above and 3-4 page essay on designated employment law topic. See website for details.
Deadline: June 1, 2022
The Moses and Rooth Legal Scholarship
Awards one $1,000 scholarship to an incoming or current law student with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Requires introduction of 100-200 words and a personal essay of 400+ words on specified topic. See website for details.
Deadline: August 1, 2022
NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund, Inc.: Earl Warren Scholarship
Earl Warren Scholarships are awarded to law school applicants with exceptional academic records who are actively engaged with civil rights and public interest work. Awards are $10,000 per year for three years (as long as scholars remain in good academic standing) for a total of $30,000. Applicants must be able to demonstrate a well-defined interest in civil rights through their academic records and personal essays.
Deadline: May 1, 2022
National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA) Law Foundation Scholarships
The Foundation awards various scholarships on a nationwide basis to law students who demonstrate a commitment to serve or contribute to the Asian Pacific American community as future leaders. Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited U.S. law school and must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. The Foundation encourages applicants reflecting diverse cultural and experiential backgrounds.
Deadline: Varies by scholarship (deadlines typically around March 1st and September 1st)
The Nava Law Group, P.C. is awarding a $1,000 scholarship to one qualified student who plans to become an attorney. Pre-law undergraduates and students entering law school anywhere in the United States are eligible. Minimum 3.0 GPA. Application includes 1-3 page essay on the area of law you intend to pursue. See website for details.
Deadline: December 1, 2022
Nicholas Braswell Strong Roots Scholarship and Essay Contest
One $500 scholarship will be awarded annually to the winning 500-word essay on the following question: How is the meaning of the word “community” changing in today’s world, and what does that mean for people who wish to build strong, healthy communities? Applicants must have minimum 3.0 GPA. See website for details.
Deadline: August 31, 2021
Oleg Fastovsky Outstanding Citizen Scholarship and Essay Contest
One $500 scholarship will be awarded annually to the winning 500-1000 word essay on the following question: What is one of the most important ways an individual can serve her or his community, and how have you served your community in this way? Applicants must have minimum 3.0 GPA. See website for details.
Deadline: September 30, 2022
Patrick Malone & Associates “Representing Real People” Scholarship
Patrick Malone & Associates is offering two scholarships of $5,000 each to law students committed to a career representing individuals in legal career paths such as elder law, immigration law, disability rights, and more. One of two scholarships is designated for students attending law school in or near the District of Columbia, the law firm’s home base. The other can be used at any law school in the United States. See website for application details.
Deadline: July 1st each year
Peck Law Group Elder Abuse and Neglect Article Scholarship
One $700 scholarship will be awarded to the student who writes the winning article on elder abuse and neglect. Article must be at least 1000 words (the more the better). See website for details.
Deadline: December 29, 2022
Polsky, Shouldice & Rosen, PC Rise Above Scholarship
One $1,000 scholarship for a student who has drawn upon their inner strength to rise above in the face of adverse situations. Must submit a personal essay of no more than 1000 words on the specified topic. Minimum 2.75 GPA. See website for details.
Deadline: January 15, 2021
Price Benowitz Social Justice Scholarship
One $2,000 scholarship for a student who has demonstrated an outstanding commitment to social justice and community outreach. Requires a 750-word essay on the specified topic and minimum 3.0 GPA. See the website for application details.
Deadline: February 28, 2022
The Reeves Law Group Future Lawyer Scholarship
One $2,500 scholarship awarded to a deserving law student who demonstrates through past, current and expected future deeds a genuine commitment to serve the less-fortunate. Requires a 750-1000 word essay, or a Prezi/Powerpoint presentation, that demonstrates a genuine desire and goal of using the legal system to fix problems or improve conditions in our society. See website for details.
Deadline: December 1, 2022
Reiff Law Firm Legal Scholarship
One $1,000 scholarship for a student studying for a career in the legal field. Requires a 650-word essay on what goals he or she hopes to accomplish through eventual employment in the legal field. Minimum 3.0 GPA. See website for details.
Deadline: July 1, 2022
The Richard Linn American Inn of Court: Mark T. Banner Scholarship for Law Students
Named in honor of the late Mark T. Banner, a former Linn Inn founder and Master, a leader in the field of patent law in his own right, and the son of Donald W. Banner, this new scholarship is part of the Linn Inn’s commitment to fostering the development of intellectual property lawyers with commitment to ethics, professionalism and civility. The scholarship is open to students interested in a career in intellectual property law.
Deadline: 2022 deadline TBA (prior deadline was December 1, 2021)
Robert A. Shuker Scholarship Fund
Will award one to three annual scholarships of $10,000 to $20,000 each in memory of Hon. Robert A. Shuker, who at the time of his death was a judge on the Superior Court of the District of Columbia. Applicants must be full-time law students who are residents of the Greater Metropolitan Area of Washington, DC. Grantees will be chosen on the basis of financial need, demonstrated community service, prior scholastic ability, recommendations from instructors, and conclusions the Board of Directors might draw from a personal interview as to the individual’s motivation, character, ability, and potential.
Deadline: TBA
Scrofano Law PC Aspiring Public Defender Scholarship
One $1,500 scholarship for a 1st or 2nd year law student interested in pursuing a career as a public defender. Must be employed in a summer position at a public defender’s office. Requires 500-700 word personal essay on the specified topic. See website for application details.
Deadline: June 1st each year
Simeone & Miller, LLP Good Lawyers & Good People Scholarship
Two $1,000 annual scholarships – one awarded for fall semester and one awarded for spring semester – for students who aspire to use the law to achieve justice and make the world a better and safer place. Requires a written statement (800-1,000 words) or a video presentation (3-5 minutes) describing the value of using the law to improve people’s lives. See the website for details.
Deadline: July 1st for fall scholarship; November 1st for spring scholarship
Simplr Artificial Intelligence and Technology Scholarship
Simplr is offering a $7,500 scholarship to a deserving full-time student who is pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Computer Science (CS), Mathematics, Information Technology (IT) or is attending or will attend law school. Requires a 1000-2000 word essay on one of the specified technology-related topics. See website for application details.
Deadline: December 31, 2022
Spolin Law Civil Rights and Criminal Law Essay Competition
$1,000 will be awarded to the winner of the essay competition. Requires GPA of 3.0 or above and submission of a personal essay of not more than 2,000 words on the specified topic. See the website for details.
Deadline: October 1st annually
Steinger, Iscoe & Greene Law Scholarship for Child Advocates
The law firm of Steinger, Iscoe & Greene offers a semi-annual $1,000 scholarship for a child advocate or abuse survivor seeking a law degree. Requires minimum 2.8 GPA and 500 to 1000-word personal essay on the specified topic. See website for application details.
Deadlines: July 31st for Fall semester and November 30th for Spring semester
Steve Duckett Local Conservation Scholarship
One $1,000 scholarship awarded to a student who demonstrates exceptional commitment to natural conservation and environmental stewardship in his or her own community. Requires a minimum 3.0 GPA and a 500-word personal essay on a specified topic. See website for details.
Deadline: October 31, 2022
Student Award Search Aid: B. Davis Scholarship
This $1,000 scholarship is available to any student registered in a post-secondary institution. To apply, write an essay of less than 1000 words on the topic: Describe the three characteristics of leadership you value most. Discuss why you believe that these traits are so important and how you feel that are developed in an individual. Your essay must be submitted via email to awards@studentawardsearch.com. Your email must include your name, school you are attending this year and next and your future academic plans.
Deadline: May 21, 2022
Sutliff & Stout Law School Scholarship Contest
One $1,500 scholarship for the student who submits the winning essay in answer to the simple question: Why do you want to study law? See website for details.
Deadline: July 29, 2022
Tobin Injury Law CHAI x 66 Scholarship
One $1,188 scholarship for a student planning to use his or her education to help others. Must submit a personal essay of 600-1,000 words on specified topic. See website for application details.
Deadline: June 1, 2022
Type Media Center: Robert Masur Fellowship in Civil Liberties
The fellowship competition is open to first-year law students who intend to carry out significant activities during the summer (in between their first and second year) in the areas of civil rights and/or civil liberties. The fellowship recipients each receive a $2,000 honorarium. Proposed activities may include a writing or research project, work with a public interest organization, work on a law case under the supervision of a faculty member or lawyer, or any other work in the areas of civil rights or civil liberties.
Deadline: April 22, 2022
Washington Bar Association Educational Foundation: Charles Hamilton Houston Scholarship Essay Contest
The WBAEF Charles Hamilton Houston Essay Competition is held each year in honor of the brilliant Charles Hamilton Houston, one of the most important civil rights attorneys in American history. Currently enrolled first and second year law students are invited to participate. Monetary scholarships will be awarded to first ($3,000), second ($2,000), and third ($1,000) place winners. See website for topic and submission details.
Deadline: 2022 deadline TBA
Washington Bar Association Educational Foundation: Chief Judge Eugene Hamilton Scholarship Competition
This WBAEF scholarship was initiated in 2010 to honor the memory and service to the District of Columbia by the late Eugene Hamilton, Chief Judge of the D. C. Superior Court. All currently enrolled law students are invited to submit a brief on the specified topic. The winner of this competition will receive a $5,000.00 prize.
Deadline: 2022 deadline TBA
Worgul, Sarna & Ness, Criminal Defense Attorneys, LLC Scholarship
$5,000 scholarship for a student who has demonstrated outstanding service to the community, high initiative to further their education, and a strong academic performance. GPA of 3.0 or higher. Essay between 300-500 words on the specified topic. See website for details.
Deadline: 2022 deadline TBA (prior deadline was December 1, 2021)
Diversity Scholarships
American Association for Justice (AAJ): Richard D. Hailey Scholarship
AAJ’s Minority Caucus will award $5,000 scholarships to African American, Hispanic, Asian American, Native American, and Biracial Law Student Members who are entering their first, second, or third year of law school. Applicants should: exhibit an interest and proficiency of skills in trial advocacy; express a desire to represent victims; demonstrate a commitment to AAJ and dedication to its mission through involvement in an AAJ student chapter and Minority Caucus activities; and show a financial need for the scholarship.
Deadline: May 1, 2022
American Association of Law Libraries (AALL): George A. Strait Minority Scholarship & Fellowship
Applicants must be enrolled in law school or an accredited library degree program, a member of a recognized minority group (as defined by current U.S. guidelines), and intend to pursue a career in law librarianship. Number and amount of awards varies based on available funding.
Deadline: April 1, 2022
American Bar Association: Legal Opportunity Scholarship Fund
The ABA Legal Opportunity Scholarship Fund was created to encourage and support diversity in the legal profession. Ten to twenty awards will be made to entering first-year students. Scholarships will consist of $5,000 in financial assistance awarded annually to each scholarship recipient. An award made to an entering student may be renewed for two additional years, resulting in financial assistance totaling $15,000. Applicants will be screened by a scholarship committee comprised of representatives from ABA entities, the national minority bar associations and at-large members. Applicants must be entering, first-year law students; U.S. citizens or permanent residents; and have achieved a minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.5.
Deadline: April 15, 2022
American Bar Association: LGBT Public Interest Scholarship Program
The ABA Commission on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity (SOGI) works to secure full and equal treatment in the ABA, the legal profession and the justice system without regard to sexual orientation or gender identity. The SOGI LGBT Scholarship will provide financial support to a first, second or third year law student, or recent law graduate to enable the student or recent law graduate to work in the LGBT public interest arena for the Summer/Fall of 2021. One or more scholarships of up to $5,000 each will be awarded annually. Applicants must (i) be either a first, second or third year law student in good standing in an ABA accredited law school, or a recent law graduate from an ABA accredited law school still studying for the Bar Exam, and (ii) have secured an internship or job for Summer 2021 (which can extend beyond the Summer) and/or the Fall of 2021 with a public interest organization engaged in legal or policy work with a direct impact on LGBTQ individuals.
Deadline: April 29, 2022
Applicants must be of Greek descent, and a member (or the child of a member) of AHEPA, the Daughters of Penelope, Sons of Pericles or the Maids of Athena. Awards up to $2,000. District AHEPA chapters also award scholarships via their own application procedures.
Deadline: March 30, 2022
American Indian College Fund: Full Circle Scholarships
Graduate scholarships are available for students who are registered as a member of a tribe or a descendant of at least one grandparent who is a registered member of a tribe. Applicants must have a minimum 2.0 GPA; additional requirements for individual scholarships vary.
Deadline: May 31, 2022
American Indian Graduate Center
AIGC has various scholarship, fellowship and loan programs for full-time graduate students who can demonstrate personal enrollment in a federally recognized American Indian tribe or Alaska Native group or possess a Tribal Eligibility Certificate. Applicants can complete an on-line General Application that will tell them the programs for which they qualify. AIGC’s website also contains a collection of external scholarships and financial aid resources.
Deadline: June 1, 2022
Arent Fox LLP: Diversity Scholarship
The BOS, DC, LA, NY and SF offices will each award one second-year law student $20,000 and a salaried position. The scholarship will be paid in two installments: $10,000 during the second-year summer and another $10,000 payable when the student returns to Arent Fox as an associate after graduation.
Deadline: 2022 deadline TBA (prior deadline was August 31, 2021)
Asian Pacific American Bar Association Educational Fund (AEF)
The Asian Pacific American Bar Association of the Greater Washington, D.C. Area (APABA-DC) formed the Asian Pacific American Bar Association Educational Fund (AEF) to support charitable and educational activities for Asian Pacific American law students in the Greater Washington, D.C. area. Among the opportunities it provides are AEF Fellowships, the Robert E. Wone Fellowship, the Social Justice Scholarship, and the Matsui Writing Competition. Visit their website for details.
Deadline: Varies
Banner & Witcoff: Donald W. Banner Diversity Fellowship
The Donald W. Banner Diversity Fellowship is open to 1Ls and 2Ls enrolled in an ABA-accredited law school and pursuing a career in intellectual property law. The applicant must have a science or engineering degree; be a member of a historically underrepresented group in IP Law; and have exemplary writing and oral communication skills. Fellows receive awards of $5,000 for clerking in the firm’s summer program. More information about the eligibility requirements is available on their website.
Deadline: 2023 deadline TBA (prior deadline was January 10, 2022
BestColleges.com Scholarship Guides
BestColleges.com provides lists of college scholarships, some of which are open to law students, grouped by demographic, including African American Students, Hispanic and Latino Students, Military Spouses and Children, Single Parents, and Students with Disabilities.
Deadline: Varies by scholarship
Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C.: Law School Diversity Scholarship
This personal injury law firm in Michigan law firm offers a $2,000 scholarship for a student who is currently attending an accredited law school, and is either a member of an ethnic or racial minority or an individual who demonstrates defined commitment to issues of diversity within their academic career. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and have completed at least one semester of class at an accredited law school. See website for application.
Deadline: October 1, 2022
Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Inc.: CBC Spouses Education Scholarship
The CBC Spouses Educational Scholarship is a national program that awards scholarships to academically talented and highly motivated African-American or Black students pursuing an undergraduate, graduate, or doctoral degree. Applicants must reside in a CBC member district (see cbc.house.gov) and be enrolled full-time.
Deadline: April 30, 2022
Davis Wright Tremaine, LLP: 1L Diversity Scholarship Program
Offers scholarships to summer associates in participating offices (e.g. Los Angeles, New York, Portland, Seattle, and Washington, D.C.) consisting of a paid Summer Associate position and $15,000 for the student’s second year tuition and expenses. Open to all first-year law students of diverse backgrounds who have a record of academic achievement in both undergraduate school and the first year of law school that demonstrates promise for a successful career in law, and are committed to civic involvement that promotes diversity.
Deadline: 2023 deadline TBA (prior deadline was January 4, 2022)
DRI Law Student Diversity Scholarship
Two scholarships in the amount of $10,000 will be awarded to those who best meet the following criteria: 1) demonstrated academic excellence; 2) service to the profession; 3) service to the community; 4) service to the cause of diversity. Open to rising second and third-year African American, Hispanic, Asian, Native American, LGBT and multi-racial students. Rising second-and third year female law student are also eligible, regardless of race or ethnicity. Candidates must be full-time students. Evening students also qualify if they have completed one-third or more of the total credit hours required for a degree by the applicant’s school.
Deadline: 2022 deadline TBA (prior deadline was June 30, 2021)
Fish & Richardson: 1L Diversity Fellowship Program
The 1L Diversity Fellowship Program has four components: each Fellow receives a paid summer associate position in one of Fish & Richardson’s domestic offices; mentoring throughout the academic year by members of the firm; participation in the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity 1L Scholars Program; and a $5,000-10,000 scholarship. Candidates must be in good standing as a first-year law student at an ABA accredited law school; demonstrate a record of academic and professional achievement; contribute meaningfully to diversity and inclusion through their involvements in law school or other community efforts and initiatives; may include being a member of a racial/ethnic group that has been historically underrepresented in the legal profession, or identifying as a person with disabilities, openly LGBT, and/or a military veteran; and have a technical background and sincere interest in intellectual property law at Fish & Richardson.
Deadline: 2022 deadline TBA (prior deadline was December 28, 2021)
Goodwin Procter LLP: Diversity Fellowships
1L Diversity Fellowships provide financial stipends and mentoring for students of color who work in public interest positions the summer after their first year of law school. 2L Diversity Fellowships provide financial stipends to students who join Goodwin’s summer associate program and who accept an offer, if extended, to join the firm as a full-time associate.
Deadlines: March 15, 2022
Hispanic Bar Association of DC (HBA-DC) Foundation Scholarships for 3L/4L Students
HBA-DC will award two scholarships of $5,000 to students of Hispanic or Latino descent who are currently enrolled in their final year of studies for a Juris Doctor degree at a law school in Washington, DC. Applicants must demonstrate financial need; be in good standing with their schools; and have a demonstrated commitment to the advancement of the Hispanic community.
Deadline: 2022 deadline TBA (prior deadline was October 9, 2021)
Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF)
Scholarship amounts range from $500-$5,000. To be eligible, the applicant must be of Hispanic heritage; have a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA; plan to enroll full-time as a graduate student; be a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Legal Resident, DACA or Eligible Non-Citizen; and apply for federal financial aid.
Deadline: March 15, 2022
Iranian American Bar Association Foundation Scholarships
One or more scholarships awarded each year to law students who have demonstrated a commitment to the advancement of the Iranian-American community. Recipients must be full-time law students of Iranian-American heritage. Awards are based on merit as well as financial need. Requires an application, resume, transcript, and 2-page personal statement.
Deadline: Varies based on scholarship
J. Franklyn Bourne Bar Association Scholarship Fund
Non-profit association organized to promote the interests of minority lawyers in Prince George’s and Montgomery Counties, Maryland. Offers cash scholarships up to $2,500 each to law students. Recipients selected on basis of 1) financial need, 2) academic achievements, 3) service to community and school, 4) strength of recommendations, and 5) quality of essay.
Deadline: 2022 deadline TBA (prior deadlined was October 1, 2021)
The Korean American Scholarship Foundation (KASF): Eastern Regional Chapter Scholarships
The Korean American Scholarship Foundation (KASF) is a non-profit, volunteer-managed organization established to help meet the financial needs of Korean-American students seeking higher education. Full-time students in the Eastern Region States with a minimum 3.0 GPA and can demonstrate financial needs are eligible.
Deadline: June 30, 2022
Latham & Watkins LLP: 2L Diversity Scholars Program
2L Diversity Scholars spend the summer after their second year of law school working alongside Latham summer associates. Scholars receive a weekly salary throughout the 10-week program, plus a $10,000 scholarship for their third year of law school. The application process is open to all law students enrolled in an ABA-accredited law school. See website for selection criteria and application process.
Deadline: Applications available late spring 2022
Leadership Council on Legal Diversity: 12 Months of Diversity & Inclusion Opportunities
LCLDC provides a comprehensive listing of diversity scholarships, clerkships, mentorships, internships, conventions, and job fairs available to law students. The definition of what constitutes a diverse applicant varies significantly among the various opportunities.
Deadline: Opportunities are arranged by month that application materials are due
Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund
In addition to offering an annual Scholarship Resource Guide, in recent years, MALDEF has annually awarded 5-15 law school scholarships of $2,000 each. Applicants must be currently enrolled in Law School and will be evaluated according to (1) academic and extracurricular achievements, (2) background and financial need, (3) and demonstrated commitment for advancing Latino civil rights.
Deadline: 2022-2023 deadline TBA (2021-2022 deadline was February 4, 2022)
Michigan Auto Law: Law Student Diversity Scholarship
Michigan Auto Law sponsors an annual $2,000 scholarship to provide financial support to students who contribute to the diversity of the law school student body as they pursue their legal career. The program is open to applicants meet the following requirements: 1) currently in their first or second year of law school or entering law school this fall; 2) a member of an ethnic or racial minority or demonstrates a defined commitment to issues of diversity within their academic career; 3) U.S. citizen accepted to or currently attending an accredited law school within the United States; and 4) demonstrates academic achievement as reflected by an undergraduate cumulative minimum 3.0 GPA.
Deadline: June 1, 2022
Minority Corporate Counsel Association (MCCA) LMJ Scholarship Program
The Lloyd M. Johnson, Jr. (LMJ) Scholarship is a national program that annually grants 10 scholarships of $10,000 to full-time first-year law students. The scholarship is available to diverse individuals who: have overcome obstacles, are outstanding and promising scholars, have an interest in corporate law, including an interest in working in a corporate law department and/or law firm, and possess a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Applicants must have earned an undergraduate GPA of 3.2 or higher, demonstrate financial need, and be enrolling in law school on a full-time basis.
Deadline: May 12, 2022
National Bar Association: NBI Law Student Fellowship Program
The Law Student Fellowship Program, a project of the Institute, was developed to assist law students who are completing professional law degrees, a field where African-American participation has traditionally been low. To be eligible, a law student must have been, among other things, carrying a full time class load at a U.S. law school; be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident; have at least two consecutive years of full time law student experience; and intend to practice law in a historically underserved community once legal training is completed. Fellowships range from $1,000 to $10,000 depending on the availability of funds.
Deadline: May 15th each year
Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans
Fellowships are grants for up to two years of full-time graduate study in the US. Recipients are chosen on a national competitive basis. To be eligible, an applicant must be a New American (a naturalized citizen, Green Card holder, or approved for DACA if born abroad; a child of immigrants if born in this country) and not yet 31 years old as of the application deadline.
Deadline: Application for 2023 will be available mid-April 2022
The Point Foundation: National LGBTQ Scholarship Fund
The Point Foundation is the nation’s largest scholarship-granting organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) students. TPF is looking for individuals who have proven leadership and community involvement, strong academic achievement, financial need, and want to make a difference in the world. Applicants must be full-time students and “out” as a person who identifies as a member of the LGBTQ community. Point Scholarships are awarded on a “last provider” basis, meaning that Point fills in the gaps and provides funds not provided by other scholarships, grants, loans, work/study programs, etc. Each scholar is paired with a mentor and participates in leadership development programs and events.
Deadline: Application window November 1 – January 25 annually
Each year, the SIF offers 10 to 12 merit-based ‘National Leadership Grants’, ranging from $4,000 to $25,000, in a nationwide competition. Applicants must be U.S. citizens of Italian descent (at least one Italian or Italian American grandparent) enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at a four-year, accredited academic institution. SIF also offers ‘General Study Scholarships’ for U.S. citizens of Italian descent enrolled in a four-year undergraduate program or a graduate program at an accredited academic institution, and the ‘National Italian American Bar Association/Sons of Italy Foundation Scholarship’ specifically for law students.
Deadline: February 28, 2022 (application window typically November – February)
Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF)
TMCF offers a variety of scholarship and fellowship programs, both merit- and need-based. Applicants must attend a member-school (which includes UDC and UDC Law). The number and amount of scholarships is subject to available funding. Create an account in the TCMF application portal and you can receive email notifications of relevant opportunities.
Deadline: Varies depending on specific scholarship (typically Jan-Feb and Aug-Oct)
Vietnamese American Bar Association of the Greater Washington DC Area (VABA-DC)
VABA-DC was established, in part, to contribute to the public interest by serving as a voice for the local Vietnamese American community and assisting community members with legal concerns. In furtherance of that mission, we are proud to sponsor up to two $2,500 scholarships for law students who have shown a commitment to serving the Vietnamese American communities or have overcome significant adversity in achieving their academic goals. Scholarship recipients are selected on the basis of community service, academic performance, and their written essay. The scholarship recipient(s) will be expected to attend a VABA-DC Scholarship Dinner in their honor. See VABA website for application.
Deadline: March 6, 2022
Scholarships for Women
American Association for Justice (AAJ): Mike Eidson Scholarship
The Mike Eidson Scholarship Fund was established by the AAJ Women for Justice Education Fund in 2008, in honor of AAJ Past President Mike Eidson. The Mike Eidson Scholarship awards $5,000 annually to a female student entering her third year of law school (the student can be enrolled in a three-year day program or four-year night program) who has demonstrated a commitment to a career as a trial lawyer, along with dedication to upholding and defending the principles of the Constitution, and to the concept of a fair trial, the adversary system, and a just result for the injured, the accused, and those whose rights are jeopardized. The winner must attend the AAJ Annual Convention.
Deadline: May 1, 2022
American Assocation of University Women Educational Foundation: Selected Professions Fellowships
Fellowships awarded to women of color pursuing the J.D. degree. Candidates may apply for third year of study only. Apply via the AAUW website.
Deadline: Applications are open August 1 to December 1 each year
Kerri Castellini Women’s Leadership Scholarship
Offering a $1,000 scholarship for a female or female-identifying student pursuing a post-secondary education. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and submit a 500-1000 word essay that describes an ideal woman leader in the 21st century. How do you believe that you exemplify this role in your daily life and career aspirations? See website for application details.
Deadline: December 31, 2022
The Pearce Law Firm: Empowering Women in Law Scholarship
“Empowering Women In Law Scholarship” is a $1,500 scholarship open to women nationwide who are currently attending law school. Applicant must have successfully completed at least one semester of law school. Minimum GPA of 3.0. Application includes essay questions. See website for details.
Deadline: May 31, 2022
P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship
P.E.O.’s International Peace Scholarship Fund provides scholarships for selected women from other countries for graduate study in the United States and Canada. The maximum annual award is $12,500.
Deadline: See website
Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers Single Mother Scholarship
Two $1,000 scholarships – one awarded to a single mother in an undergraduate program or community college and one to a single mother enrolled in an accredited law school. Applicants must have a 3.0 or above and submit a 500+ word essay on the advantages of going back to school while caring for children. See website for details.
Deadline: 2022 deadline TBA (prior deadline December 5, 2021)
Women in Defense: WID Scholar Program
The scholarship is available for women currently enrolled in a part-time or full-time program at an accredited college or university. The candidate must demonstrate interest in pursuing a career related to national security or defense, demonstrate financial need, be a female citizen of the U.S., and have a minimum 3.25 GPA.
Deadline: March 27, 2022
Scholarships for Students Impacted by Disability, Injury or Illness
The George H. Nofer Scholarship for Law and Public Policy is for full-time graduate students with a moderate to profound hearing loss who are attending an accredited law school or a masters or doctoral program in public policy or public administration. Up to three awards of $5,000 each may be awarded per year. To be eligible, applicants must meet the following: 1) use spoken language as the primary mode of communication; 2) prelingual hearing loss (diagnosed prior to fourth birthday); 3) hearing loss is bilateral and in the moderate to profound range; 4) applicant has been accepted or currently enrolled in an accredited law school or master/doctoral program in public policy or public administration as a full-time graduate student.
Deadline: Application window typically February to early April
Disabled World: Disability Scholarships and Disabled Student Financial Aid Programs
Information about and list of disability-related scholarships, including financial aid and grant money for students with disabilities.
Deadline: Varies by scholarship
Ernst Law Group Brain Injury Caregivers Scholarship
One $1,000 scholarship awarded to a student whose life has been touched by a loved one’s brain injury. Requires GPA of 2.8 or higher and 500-1000 word essay on specified topic. See the website for application details.
Deadline: July 31 annually
Harris Personal Injury Lawyers, Inc.: Injury Scholarship
Offering a semi-annual $1,000 scholarship for college students who have suffered a serious injury, and are committed to demonstrating a determination to rebuild their lives by attending college. Requires a personal essay on specified topic. See the website for application details.
Deadline: February 12, 2022 for 2022 Spring semester; August 13, 2022 for 2022 Fall semester
HSF Personal Injury Law Firm Car Accident Survivor Scholarship
Offering a $1,000 scholarship for college students who have been seriously injured in a car accident. Minimum 2.8 GPA. Requires a 500-1000 word personal essay on one of the specified topics. See the website for application details.
Deadline: December 1st each year
The Mesothelioma Cancer Alliance Scholarship
The Mesothelioma Cancer Alliance will award $4,000 to one student each semester whose life has been impacted by cancer. The purpose of the scholarship is to provide financial assistance to college students in their pursuit of higher education who have battled cancer at any point of their lives or who have a parent, sibling, immediate family member or close friend that has battled or is currently fighting cancer. Applicants must be full-time at an accredited college or university, a U.S. citizen, in academic “Good Standing” and have a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher to be eligible.
Deadline: March 31, 2022
National Collegiate Cancer Foundation
The National Collegiate Cancer Foundation was established to provide services and support to young adults whose lives have been impacted by cancer and who have continued with their education throughout treatment or after their treatment. These $1,000 competitive awards will be judged based on the criteria and eligibility. Please visit the website for full details and application form.
Deadline: Application window opens mid-March
National Federation of the Blind Scholarship Program
To recognize achievement by blind scholars, the National Federation of the Blind annually offers blind college students in the United States and Puerto Rico the opportunity to win one of thirty national scholarships worth from $3,000 to $12,000. Eligible applicants must be: 1) legally blind in both eyes; 2) residing in the U.S.; 3) must be pursuing or planning to pursue a post-secondary degree full-time or working full-time and pursuing a degree part-time; and 4) must participate in the NFB national convention in all of its scheduled scholarship program activities.
Deadline: March 31, 2022 (application window typically November 1-March 31)
Reiter & Walsh, P.C.: ABC Law Centers Cerebral Palsy Scholarship
ABC Law Centers will award one scholarship in the amount of $1,000 to a high school, undergraduate, or graduate student who has cerebral palsy. Applicants must submit a 2-page personal essay or a multimedia project. Minimum 3.0 GPA. See website for application details.
Deadline: July 31 annually
Law Office of Renkin & Associates: Leukemia & Lymphoma Law School Scholarship
This $1,000 scholarship was established to provide financial support to a law student whose life has been impacted by lymphoma or leukemia and is seeking to continue his or her education through law school. Must have a GPA of 3.0 or above and submit a 1-2 page personal essay. See website for application details.
Deadline: July 31 annually
The SAMFund Grants & Scholarships
The SAMFund provides financial assistance to young adults as they move forward with their lives after cancer. Grants and scholarships provided by The SAMFund cover a wide range of post-treatment financial needs. Applicants must be between the ages of 21 and 39, residents of the United States, and either finished with treatment with no evidence of disease, or one year following the completion of planned therapy, or in remission on maintenance therapy. See website for details.
Deadline: April 8, 2022
Home State Scholarships
This section provides examples of scholarships available to law students from a specific state or region that do not require attending a school in that state or region. Students should consider looking for similar opportunities relevant to their backgrounds.
Association of Black Women Lawyers of New Jersey, Inc. (ABWL-NJ)
The Bernadine Johnson-Marshall and Martha Bell Williams scholarship are awarded to female law students of African descent selected by the Scholarship Committee who are either: (1) enrolled at an accredited law school in New Jersey or (2) New Jersey permanent residents enrolled at an accredited law school outside of New Jersey. To be eligible, the student must be a 1L, 2L or Part-time 3L. Awards range from $1,000 to $2,000. Application available on the website.
Deadline: March 18, 2022
Black Lawyers Association of Cincinnati (BLAC): William McClain Scholarship
The William A. McClain Scholarship is awarded to an African American law student and Hamilton County, Ohio, resident attending any ABA-accredited law school who demonstrates leadership potential and dedication to the Cincinnati community.
Deadline: February 25, 2022
Scholarships for full-time law students in their 2nd or 3rd year and part-time students in their 3rd or 4th year who attend an accredited law school and intend to practice law in the Southern California area. Requires an application, reference and response to a legal essay question. Scholarships typically range from $3,000 to $5,000. Recipients must attend BWL’s Scholarship Luncheon in Los Angeles in June.
Deadline: 2021 deadline TBA (prior deadline was May 22, 2020)
Hudson County Bar Foundation (HCBF) Scholarships
Multiple scholarships are available for Hudson County, New Jersey, residents who are attending law school or who have been accepted to law school. Students must: be bona fide residents of Hudson County; demonstrate financial need; and submit an application that includes a personal statement, two current letters of recommendation, an academic transcript, and other documentation.
Deadline: April 21, 2022
J.L. Turner Legal Association Foundation
Scholarships for second and third year minority law students who are from the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex or attending law school in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.
Deadline: 2022 deadline TBA (prior deadline was October 8, 2021)
Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia: Ida Foreman Fleisher Fund
The scholarship, established in memory of Ida Fleisher, provides scholarships for women, preferably Jewish, pursuing a graduate degree. Eligibility is limited to women who have a hometown or attend school in the Greater Philadelphia tri-state area. Grants range from $2,000-$8,000 and are distributed to the recipient’s school for tuition purposes only.
Deadline: May 15, 2022
Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association Foundation: Elizabeth Barrett Fitzwater Memorial Scholarship
A $2,500 scholarship for a deserving second year law student who demonstrates a strong interest in practicing law in the public service/public interest sector in the south Hampton Roads area of Virginia, and who meets the criteria established by the Selection Committee.
Deadline: April 15, 2022
Scholarship Foundation of Santa Barbara
Applicants must have attended at least four of the six secondary grade school years and graduated from a high school in Santa Barbara County, California. Scholarship awards mostly range from $500 to $5,000 per academic year. To be eligible, applicant must be a full-time student. A personal interview may be required.
Deadline: January 15th each year
