ABA Legal Opportunity Scholarship
The ABA Legal Opportunity Scholarship Fund will award $5,000 of financial assistance annually to each scholarship recipient attending an ABA-accredited law school. An award made to an entering first-year student may be renewable for two additional years, resulting in financial assistance totaling $15,000 during his or her time in law school. Although each recipient will need to re-apply for the scholarship in his or her second and third year, the expectation is that the scholarship will be renewed each year if satisfactory performance in law school has been achieved. The student is otherwise eligible if funding is available. Applicants are encouraged to be members of a racial and/or ethnic minority that has been unrepresented in the legal profession, and demonstrate financial need. The applicant's personal, family, and educational background, personal statement, and participation in community service activities will also be considered. https://www.americanbar.org/groups/diversity/diversity_pipeline/projects_initiatives/legal_opportunity_scholarship/
Eligibilty:
entering 1L, cumulative grade point average of 2.5 (on a 4.0 grading scale) at his or her undergraduate institution, and be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
Amount:
$5,000 per year; up to $15,000 for 3 years
Deadline:
March 2
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Banner & Witcoff, Ltd.
Donald W. Banner Diversity Scholarship for Law Students
Banner & Witcoff is proud to offer the Donald W. Banner Diversity Scholarship for law
students. This scholarship is part of Banner & Witcoff's commitment to fostering the
development of intellectual property lawyers from diverse backgrounds. Law students who meet the selection criteria and have entered into a JD program at an ABA-accredited law school in the United States are eligible to apply for the Donald W. Banner Diversity Scholarship.
Eligibilty:
Academic merit (undergraduate, graduate and law school), commitment to the pursuit of a career in IP law, member of a historically under represented group in IP law (including race, sex,
ethnicity, sexual orientation, and disability), written communication skills, oral communication skills determined through an interview of the law student, leadership qualities and community involvement.
Amount:
$5000.00
Deadline:
October 9
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Camden County NJ Bar Foundation
Harold and Harriet Plum Memorial Scholarship
A scholarship of $1,000 to be given to a student of any accredited law school. Applicants must demonstrate scholastic achievement as well as genuine financial need.
Eligibilty:
Attending accredited law school; Academic achievement; and Financial Need
Amount:
$1,000
Deadline:
February 28
Camden County Bar Foundation
1040 N. Kings Highway, Suite 201
Cherry Hill,
NJ
08034
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Alabama Law Foundation Inc.
Cabaniss Johnston Scholarship
Cabaniss, Johnston, Gardner, Dumas & O'Neal is distinguished as having one of the oldest law practices in Alabama. The scholarship is awarded annually to one or more law students entering their second year at any accredited law school in the United States.
Eligibilty:
Alabama resident, 2L and superior academic achievement
Amount:
The first place scholarship will cover tuition and books for the second year of law school, to
Deadline:
June 2
Alabama Law Foundation, Inc.
Post Office Box 671
Montgomery,
AL
36101
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American Association for Justice (AAJ) Trial Advocacy Scholarship
The scholarship will be awarded to the applicant who best: Demonstrates a commitment to AAJ and dedication to its mission through extensive involvement in AAJ student chapter activities; Expresses a desire to represent victims; Exhibits an interest and proficiency of skills in trial advocacy; Shows a financial need for the scholarship.
Eligibilty:
Open to all 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.
Amount:
$3,000
Deadline:
May 1
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American Association for Justice (AAJ) Richard D. Hailey Scholarship
The scholarship will be awarded to the applicant who best:
Exhibits an interest and proficiency of skills in trial advocacy
Expresses a desire to represent victims
Demonstrates a commitment to AAJ and dedication to its mission through involvement in an AAJ student chapter and Minority Caucus activities
Shows a financial need for the scholarship.
Eligibilty:
Minority Law Student Members of AAJ who are entering their first, second, or third year of law school.
Amount:
$5,000
Deadline:
May 1
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American Association of University Women
Career Development Grants
Career Development Grants support women who hold a bachelor's degree and are preparing to advance their careers, change careers, or re-enter the work force. Special consideration is given to women of color, and women pursuing their first advanced degree or credentials in nontraditional fields.
Eligibilty:
Female, U.S. Citizen/Permanent Resident, Last degree earned before 6/30/2012, AAUW member & Minorities given special consideration
Amount:
$2,000-$12,000
Deadline:
December 15
Dept. 60
301 ACT Drive
Iowa City,
IA
52243-4030
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American Foundation for the Blind
Various scholarships available to students who are visually impaired.
Eligibilty:
Legally blind, Need based
Amount:
Various scholarship amounts
Deadline:
April 1
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Arent Fox Annual Diversity Scholarship Program
Arent Fox is seeking applicants for its fifth-annual Diversity Scholarship Program. The firm will award three first-year law students $20,000. The scholarship recipients will also join Arent Fox's 2008 summer associate program. Each of the firm's three offices – Washington, New York, Los Angeles – will host one of the recipients for the summer.
Eligibilty:
Candidates must be in good standing at an ABA-accredited law school in the U.S. and have successfully completed their first year of a J.D. program by the time he/she enters the 2017 Summer Program. We encourage students who
are members of a diverse population that historically has been underrepresented in the legal profession to apply.
Amount:
$20,000
Deadline:
January 17
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Armenian General Benevolent Union
The Armenian Professional Society Scholarships are open to students who have been accepted or enrolled in graduate school in the United States. An eligible candidate shall be awarded for a scholarship for no more than a total of two times.
Eligibilty:
Selection is based on financial need, scholastic achievements, faculty recommendations, and involvement in the Armenian Community.
Amount:
$5,000
Deadline:
April 30
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Arthur Lockwood Beneventi Law Scholarship
The Arthur Lockwood Beneventi Law Scholarship is a one-time preferred amount $2,000 scholarship awarded to a student who is either enrolled in or attends an accredited law school and has a minimum GPA of 3.25. The scholarship is not automatically renewable; however, recipients may reapply for consideration each year.
Eligibilty:
Law student, 3.25 minimum GPA
Amount:
$2,000
Deadline:
February 10
Attn: Scholarships
Attn: Scholarships
Washington,
DC
20006-5303
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Association of American Indian Affairs
The mission of the AAIA, as approved by our Board of Directors, is to promote the welfare of American Indians and Alaska Natives by supporting efforts to: sustain and perpetuate their cultures and languages; protect their sovereignty, constitutional, legal and human rights, and natural resources; and improve their health, education, and economic and community development.
Eligibilty:
American Indian (1/4), live in the U.S., and be a full-time graduate school student
Amount:
Variable
Deadline:
June 1
966 Hungerford Drive, Suite 12-B
Rockville,
MD
20850
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Bell Association for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing
George H. Nofer Scholarship for Law and Public Policy
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 accredited law school or a Master's or Doctoral program in public policy or public administration. The George H. Nofer Scholarship for Law and Public Policy was established to recognize George H. Nofer's service and generosity to the Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (AG Bell) and to the fields of law and deafness research and education. Mr. Nofer, a retired partner of the law firm of Schnader Harrison Segal & Lewis LLP in Philadelphia, is a former member of the AG Bell board of directors. He is a co-trustee of the Oberkotter Foundation and served for more than 15 years as its Executive Director.
Eligibilty:
Profound/Severe Hearing Loss, First-year Law Student
Amount:
$5,000
Deadline:
April 21
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Berks County Community Foundation
Howard Fox Memorial Law Scholarship
The purpose of the fund is to provide scholarships to deserving Berks County (PA) residents entering their second year at an accredited law school, who demonstrate financial need, without discrimination to color, race, national origin or religion. No descendents of Leonard Quittner or M. Robert Ullman may be scholarship recipients.
Eligibilty:
Berks County PA resident, entering second year law student, financial need.
Amount:
$3,000
Deadline:
April 1
237 Court Street
Reading
PA
19601
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Camden County NJ Bar Foundation
Harold and Harriet Plum Memorial Scholarship
A scholarship of $1,000 to be given to a student of any accredited law school. Applicants must demonstrate scholastic achievement as well as genuine financial need.
Eligibilty:
Attending accredited law school; Academic achievement; and Financial Need
Amount:
$1,000
Deadline:
February 28
1040 N. Kings Highway, Suite 201
Cherry Hill,
NJ
08034
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Community Associations Institute Research Foundation
Byron Hanke Fellowship
The Byron Hanke Fellowship is available to graduate students working on topics related to community associations. Community associations govern common-interest communities of any kind—condominiums, cooperatives, townhouse developments, planned unit developments, and other developments where homeowners support an association with mandatory financial assessments, and are subject to use and aesthetic restrictions.
Eligibilty:
Law student
Amount:
$2,000 - $4,000
Deadline:
May 1
225 Reinekers Lane, Suite 300
Alexandria
VA
22314
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Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan
Judge Philip J. Glennie Law School Scholarship
This scholarship is intended for and given to law students who have been accepted to a law school in the United States of America and who have graduated from a high school within one of the four counties of Alpena, Alcona, Montmorency, and Presque Isle.
Eligibilty:
Financial need is not required.
Amount:
$1,000
Deadline:
April 1
111 Water Street, P.O. Box 495
Alpena,
MI
49707
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Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts Scholarship and Loan Program
Jacob and Celia Richmond Scholarship
Law students who reside in Hampden County. Established by Robert I. Richmond in memory of his parents, Jacob and Celia.
Eligibilty:
Resident of Western Massachusetts
Amount:
Variable
Deadline:
March 31
1500 Main Street, suite 2300
Springfield
MA
01115
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Constangy, Brooks & Smith, L.L.P.
Diversity Scholars Award
The $3,000 scholarships will be granted to a deserving second-year law student at an accredited law school in each of 3 regions. The regions are as follows: (1) Southern (Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Tennessee); (2) Mid-West/West Coast (Texas, California, Illinois, Missouri, Wisconsin); and, (3) Eastern (North Carolina, Virginia/Washington, D.C., South Carolina and Massachusetts). Constangy initiated this award program in order to recognize the achievements of law students who have demonstrated academic achievement, a commitment to diversity in their community, school or work environment, and personal achievements in overcoming challenges to reach goals.
Eligibilty:
Second-year law student at an accredited law school in each of 3 regions: Southern, Mid-West/West Coast, Eastern; commitment to diversity.
Amount:
$3,000
Deadline:
October 31
200 West Forsyth Street, Suite 1700
Jacksonville,
FL
32202-4317
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County Prosecutors Association of New Jersey
Andrew K. Ruotolo Jr. Memorial Scholarship
Each scholarship is a one year grant in the amount of $3,500.00 paid directly to the recipient. Persons may reapply for succeeding years.
Eligibilty:
New Jersey resident, Law student, Need/Merit, Interest-child advocacy.
Amount:
$3,500
Deadline:
June 15
c/o Prosecutor Theodore J. Romankow
32 Rahway Avenue
Elizabeth,
NJ
07202
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Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund
The first and most important qualification for a Davis-Putter Scholarship is active participation in struggles for civil rights, economic justice, international solidarity or other progressive issues.
Eligibilty:
Student activist, Graduate Student, Need-based.
Amount:
Up to $10,000
Deadline:
April 1
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DRI Law Student Diversity Scholarship
DRI offers an annual Law Student Diversity Scholarship program open to second-year African-American, Hispanic, Asian, Pan Asian, and Native American students. Second-year female law students are also eligible, regardless of race or ethnicity. Students who are members of the Association of Trial Lawyers of America (ATLA), Law School or Law Student members of ATLA, or students otherwise affiliated with or employed by ATLA are not eligible for DRI Law Student Diversity Scholarships. The goal of these scholarships is to provide financial assistance to two (2) worthy law students from ABA accredited law schools in order to promote in a tangible way the DRI Diversity Statement in Principle.
Eligibilty:
Demonstrated academic excellence, Service to the profession, Service to the community, and Service to the cause of diversity.
Amount:
$10,000
Deadline:
April 1
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Erie County Bar Association
Chief Justice Samuel J. Roberts Scholarship
The purpose of the Chief Justice Samuel J. Roberts Scholarship Fund is to provide financial assistance to law school students from Erie County, Pennsylvania, enrolled in accredited Law Schools.
Eligibilty:
Attending accredited law school, Resident of Erie County, PA.
Amount:
Variable
Deadline:
May 31
302 West Ninth Street
Erie,
PA
16502
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Earl Warren Scholarship
NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund
LDF's Earl Warren Scholarship awards are $10,000 per year for three years (as long as scholars remain in good academic standing and continue to meet the scholarship criteria) for a total of $30,000. In addition to financial assistance, Earl Warren scholars are given two unique opportunities: (1) an LDF internship, externship, or guided research project—competitive positions that are sought out by dozens of students every year, and (2) an invitation to LDF’s Civil Rights Training Institute, an invitation-only annual civil rights conference that brings together civil rights advocates, scholars, and attorneys to discuss strategies and to network. Final decisions are made by the first week of August. All applicants will be notified of their status. and public interest work and to increase the number. These scholarships are awarded each year to 15-20 new students whose community involvement activities and leadership qualities demonstrate outstanding potential for training as civil rights and public interest attorneys.
Eligibilty:
Eligibility
•U. S. Citizen
•College graduate; enrolled in final year of college/university, or first year law student
•Record of academic achievement
•Demonstrated and ongoing commitment to racial justice and civil rights
Amount:
$10,000 per year; up to $30,000 for 3 years
Deadline:
May 1
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Federal Employee Education & Assistance Fund (FEEA) Scholarships
FEEA sponsors the only merit-based scholarship competition program open exclusively to federal employees, their spouses, and their children--rewarding hard workers through our merit-based program.
Eligibilty:
Civilian federal and postal employees, Civilian spouses and their college-aged children, Minimum 3.0 GPA
Amount:
$1,000-$5,000
Deadline:
March 25
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Giles Sutherland Rich Memorial Scholarship
Students (a) pursuing a juris doctor degree, (b) enrolling for the upcoming academic year in any law school accredited by the American Bar Association, (c) having financial need, and (d) showing a demonstrable interest in one of the many topics that lie within the procedure, substance, or scope of the jurisdiction of the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (e.g., international trade, government contracts, patents, trademarks, certain money claims against the United States government, federal personnel, and veterans' benefits). Students with interests solely in such areas as family, public interest, bankruptcy, or criminal law, for example, need not apply. Law schools should limit applications to no more than five students from their school in any one year.
Eligibilty:
Law school student, Academic performance, Financial need
Amount:
$10,000
Deadline:
July 1
The Federal Circuit Bar Association
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Helen W. Nies Memorial Scholarship
An award of $10,000, in memory of Howard T. Markey and an award of $10,000, in memory of Helen W. Nies, United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit will be given by the Federal Circuit Bar Association to a law student showing financial need, demonstrated academic promise, and service, either in undergraduate studies or in law school.
Eligibilty:
Female Law Student, Interest in IP Law, Financial Need
Amount:
$10,000
Deadline:
July 1
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Howard T. Markey Memorial Scholarship
Students (a) pursuing a juris doctor degree, (b) enrolling for the upcoming academic year in any law school accredited by the American Bar Association, (c) having financial need, and (d) showing a demonstrable interest in one of the many topics that lie within the procedure, substance, or scope of the jurisdiction of the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (e.g., international trade, government contracts, patents, trademarks, certain money claims against the United States government, federal personnel, and veterans' benefits). Students with interests solely in such areas as family, public interest, bankruptcy, or criminal law, for example, need not apply. Law schools should limit applications to no more than five students from their school in any one year.
Eligibilty:
Law school student, Academic performance, Financial need
Amount:
$10,000
Deadline:
July 1
The Federal Circuit Bar Association
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Mark T. Banner Scholarship - The Richard Linn American Inn of Court
The Richard Linn American Inn of Court is proud to offer the Mark T. Banner Scholarship for law students. This scholarship is part of The Richard Linn American Inn of Court's commitment to fostering the development of intellectual property lawyers of high ethics, civility and professionalism, and especially those from diverse backgrounds.
Eligibilty:
Law school student in a JD program at an ABA accredited law school in the US who will continue that program through the Fall 2019 semester; Academic merit, Member of a historically underrepresented group in IP law; commitment to the pursuit of a career in IP law; leadership qualities and community involvement.
Amount:
$10,000
Deadline:
December 7
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William S. Bullinger Scholarship
Students (a) pursuing a juris doctor degree, (b) enrolling for the upcoming academic year in any law school accredited by the American Bar Association, (c) having financial need, and (d) showing a demonstrable interest in one of the many topics that lie within the procedure, substance, or scope of the jurisdiction of the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (e.g., international trade, government contracts, patents, trademarks, certain money claims against the United States government, federal personnel, and veterans' benefits). Students with interests solely in such areas as family, public interest, bankruptcy, or criminal law, for example, need not apply. Law schools should limit applications to no more than five students from their school in any one year.
Eligibilty:
Law school student, Academic performance, Financial need
Amount:
$5,000
Deadline:
July 1
The Federal Circuit Bar Association
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General Methodist Scholarship
Scholarships are awarded on an academic year basis. A student is eligible to receive only one United Methodist scholarship during any one academic year from the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry (GBHEM) funds. GBHEM scholarships assist students from various backgrounds working toward various higher education degrees. Applicants may be enrolled at any accredited institution within the United States to be eligible. GBHEM Administers over 50 scholarship programs with varied criteria and deadlines. The Scholarship Office reviews each application to determine the best program for the student.
Eligibilty:
Membership in United Methodist Church, Minimum 2.5 GPA
Amount:
Variable
Deadline:
March 7
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Miller Johnson West Michigan Diversity Scholarship
Available to students of ethnic minority who are residents of Michigan (preference given to West Michigan residents) pursuing a law degree at any accredited law school in the United States. One $5,000 scholarship is awarded each year.
Eligibilty:
Michigan resident (West Michigan residency preferred), ethnic minority, minimum 3.30 GPA, accepted to or currently enrolled in an accredited law school in the U. S., financial need.
Amount:
$5,000
Deadline:
March 1
Grand Rapids Community Foundation
185 Oakes SW
Grand Rapids
MI
49503
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Haneman-Perskie Memorial Foundation Scholarship
The Haneman-Perskie Memorial Foundation Scholarship is a non-profit corporation created for the purpose of awarding scholarships and administered by a Board of Trustees comprised of the officers of the Atlantic County (NJ) Bar Association. Each scholarship award will be a one-year grant paid directly to the Law School in the name of the recipient.
Eligibilty:
Admission to an American Bar Association accredited law school. Applicant must be a resident of Atlantic County (NJ) for one year prior to application. Scholarship will be awarded to law students in any year including the first year. The award shall be based on academic ability, financial need, leadership potential and character.
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
May 1
c/o Atlantic County Bar Association
1201 Bacharach Blvd.
Atlantic City
NJ
8401
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Harris Beach PLLC Second Year Law School Scholarship
Second Year Law School Scholarship candidates and recipients must be members of groups traditionally underrepresented in large law firms and must express a desire to work, live and practice law in New York State. Recipients will be offered an opportunity to participate in the Harris Beach law student summer program and be considered for an offer of employment upon graduation.
Eligibilty:
Open to second year law students who can demonstrate a strong commitment to live and work in New York state. Students must be members of groups traditionally underrepresented in large law firms. Applicants may not be the recipient of a similar award from
Amount:
7,500 paid directly to the law school toward the cost of tuition for fall semester
Deadline:
September 13
Harris Beach PLLC
99 Garnsey Road
Pittsford
NY
14534
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Hillis Clark Martin & Peterson First-Year Diversity Student Fellowship
With HCMP's commitment to promoting diversity, the firm has established a First-Year Diversity Student Fellowship. The Fellowship includes a salaried Summer Associate position following the first year of law school, and a $7,500 scholarship to defray tuition and expenses during the student's second academic year. First-year students who contribute to the diversity of their law school, and who will contribute to the diversity of the legal profession are encouraged to apply.
Eligibilty:
The following factors may be considered: Diverse background and life experiences, capacity to contribute to diversity of legal community, academic success, significant accomplishments and activities, commitment to community service, leadership ability, an
Amount:
$7,500 and salaried Summer Association position
Deadline:
January 10
Hillis Clark Martin & Peterson, PS
1221 Second Avenue, Suite 500
Seattle
WA
98101
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Hispanic Scholarship Fund College Scholarship Program (Graduate Students)
HSF/General College Scholarships are designed to assist students of Hispanic heritage in obtaining a college degree. Scholarships are available on a competitive basis.
Eligibilty:
Hispanic/U.S. Citizen, Full-time graduate student, 3.0 GPA
Amount:
$500-$5,000
Deadline:
February 15
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Houtan Scholarship Fund
The Houtan Scholarship Foundation seeks students from all origins, Iranian and non-Iranian, who have high academic performance and proven interest in promoting Iran's great culture, heritage, language and civilization.
Eligibilty:
Must have working knowledge of Farsi, interest in Iranian culture/heritage/literature, attending graduate school, academic success/significant improvement in academic success, financial need
Amount:
$3,500
Deadline:
June 1
300 Central Ave
Egg Harbor Twp.
NJ
8234
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Institute for Humane Studies Fellowship
The Institute for Humane Studies awards scholarships up to $12,000 for undergraduate or graduate study in the United States or abroad. Last year IHS awarded over 165 scholarships to outstanding undergraduate, graduate, law, and professional students who are exploring the principles, practices, and institutions necessary to a free society through their academic work.
Eligibilty:
Law student exploring the principles, practices, and institutions for a free society
Amount:
Up to $15,000
Deadline:
March 31
3301 N. Fairfax Dr., Ste. 440
Arlington
VA
22201
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Iranian American Bar Association
IABA issues one or more scholarships each year to law students in good standing enrolled in an accredited law school in the United States. The scholarships take the form of bursaries paid out of our annual operating budget. We consider the scholarship program to be one of our organization's most valuable contributions to law students who embrace the mission of IABA and can demonstrate their commitment its mission and ideals.
Eligibilty:
Iranian descent, Full-time law student
Amount:
2,000
Deadline:
March 31
Iranian American Bar Association
1025 Connecticut Avenue N.W., Suite 1012
Washington
D.C.
20036
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Japanese American Citizens League National Scholarships and Awards
The JACL began its National Scholarship and Awards Program in 1946. The program currently offers over 30 awards, with an annual total of over $60,000 in scholarships to qualified students nationwide. The National Scholarship and Awards Program offer scholarships to students who are entering freshman, undergraduate, graduate, law, or creative & performing arts students, and have a financial need. All scholarships are one-time awards.
Eligibilty:
Member of JACL, Full-time student
Amount:
Variable
Deadline:
March 1
Japanese American Citizens League
P.O. Box 134002
Dallas
TX
75313-4002
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J. L. Turner Legal Association Scholarships
Each year, since 1982, the J.L. Turner Legal Association Foundation has awarded scholarships to minority law students that are from or attending law school in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. Funds raised from the Annual Scholarship and Awards Banquet are used to fund the scholarships
Eligibilty:
From Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas, Second or third year law student, minority, merit, need
Amount:
Variable
Deadline:
September 28
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Kosciuszko Foundation Tuition Scholarship Programs
Kosciuszko Foundation Tuition Scholarships support American students of Polish descent for full-time graduate studies in the United States, the one-year Master's program at the Center for European Studies, Jagiellonian University, Cracow, and English Schools of Medicine in Poland.
Eligibilty:
Eligibility: Polish ancestry, enrolled full-time, minimum 3.0 GPA
Amount:
$1,000 - $7,000
Deadline:
January 16
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Samuel Krugliak Legal Scholarship Fund
Stark Community Foundation is one of Stark County's major sources of college scholarship support.
Eligibilty:
Applicants must be Residents or former residents of Stark, Wayne, Carroll, Holmes, Summit, Tuscaraws, Columbiana, or Mahoning Counties, Ohio. Applicants must have a desire to pursue the practice of law in the Stark County region.
Amount:
Variable
Deadline:
April 1
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Makarios Scholarship Fund, Inc.
This year's scholarship awards are open to qualified applicants from the combined Endowments. The assets of the Funds consist of approximately $875,000.00 and are managed by the Investment Committee of the Cyprus Children's Fund and the Makarios Scholarship Foundation through Wachovia Securities. The major award of the Cyprus Children's Fund is the Makarios Scholarship/Theodore & Wally Lappas Award which was created in 1983 by the great benefactors of the Cypriot children, the late Theodore & Wally Lappas and is now continued by their daughter, Alexandra Lappas.
Eligibilty:
Full-time student, Greek/Cypriot origin
Amount:
Variable
Deadline:
April 30
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Lloyd M. Johnson, Jr. Scholarship Program
The Lloyd M. Johnson, Jr. ("LMJ") Scholarship Program is open to "all" students who have been accepted into law school to start in the fall. The goal of the program is to promote academic excellence and diversity in law schools by awarding six newly accepted law students from disadvantaged backgrounds with scholarships to help defray their education expenses.
Eligibilty:
Minority student, 3.2 GPA
Amount:
$10,000 per year
Deadline:
May 28
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National Federal of the Blind Scholarship
In addition to a scholarship, each winner will be brought to the National Federation of the Blind Annual Convention in July at Federation expense, providing an excellent opportunity for high level networking with active blind persons in many, many different professions and occupations.
Eligibilty:
Legally blind
Amount:
$3,000 - $12,000
Deadline:
March 31
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Thomas F. Black, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Fund
The Rhode Island Bar Foundation's Thomas F. Black, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Fund was established in 1989 to support and foster high legal practice standards by assisting Rhode Island residents who show promise that they will become outstanding lawyers and who need financial assistance to study law. The Scholarship is in honor of the late Thomas F. Black, Jr., a person known for his impressive ability as a lawyer and banker, his deeply rooted legal scholarship and his notable participation in civic and charitable causes.
Eligibilty:
The scholarship is a one year, non-renewable award, for full-time students who are Rhode Island residents who will be entering their first year of law school in September, 2019. For academic year 2019-2020, two scholarships in the amount of $20,000.00 each.
Amount:
$20,000
Deadline:
March 29
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Marilynne Graboys Wool Scholarship
The Marilynne Graboys Wool Scholarship provides tuition support to women with financial need who plan to attend graduate school to attain a law degree at an accredited institution. One $2,000 scholarship will be given annually.
Eligibilty:
Rhode Island resident, female, entering law school, financial need
Amount:
$2,000
Deadline:
May 31
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Stark County Bar Association Fund
Stark Community Foundation is one of Stark County's major sources of college scholarship support.
Eligibilty:
Applicants must be from the Stark County area and likely to return to the Stark County area to practice law.
Amount:
Variable
Deadline:
April 1
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The Judge and Mrs. Robert D. Horowitz Legal Scholarship Fund
Stark Community Foundation is one of Stark County's major sources of college scholarship support. During the 2007 - 2008 school year the Foundation connected 330 students with $430,512.00 in college scholarships, and 50 students with $114,100.00 in low-interest loans.
Eligibilty:
Applicants must be graduates of a high school in Stark, Columbiana, Carroll, Tuscarawas, Wayne or Holmes County, Ohio
Amount:
Variable
Deadline:
April 1
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Sanders J. Mestel Scholarship
Stark Community Foundation is one of Stark County's major sources of college scholarship support.
Eligibilty:
Entering final year of law school, financial need, interest in Trial Advocacy
Amount:
Variable
Deadline:
April 1
Suite 200
400 Market Avenue North
Canton
OH
44702
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SBS Graduate Scholarship
This scholarship will be awarded to the graduate students with the highest cumulative Grade Point Average (3.8 min.). They are not renewable and are paid directly to the schools at the beginning of the Fall and Spring semesters.
Eligibilty:
The applicant or one of his or her parents must be a Swiss national. Applicants must be permanently domiciled in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania or Delaware.
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
March 31
Swiss Benevolent Society of New York
500 Fifth Avenue, Room 1800
New York
NY
10110
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Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C. Law School Diversity Scholarship
The Diversity Scholarship is $2,000.00 and will be awarded to a student who is currently attending an accredited law school, who is a member of an ethnic, racial, or other minority, or any individual who demonstrates commitment to issues of diversity within their community.
Eligibilty:
•Applicant is a U.S. citizen currently attending an accredited law school within the United States.
•Academic achievement as reflected by a minimum 3.0 GPA and have completed at least one semester of classes at an accredited law school.
Amount:
$2,000.00
Deadline:
April 1
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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, whose vision and generosity inspired it. 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.
Eligibilty:
The winner must attend the 2017 AAJ Annual Convention in San Diego, CA in order to accept the scholarship. Travel and accommodation will be provided. See the AAJ website for the application and details.
Amount:
$5,000.
Deadline:
May 1
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Sidney B. Williams, Jr. Scholarship
The Sidney B. Williams Scholarship, from the American Intellectual Property Law Education Foundation, is for $10,000 per school year (two semesters, excluding summer school semesters and intersession) beginning with the fall semester.
It is renewable, upon reapplication by the student, for up to three academic years (totaling six semesters for full-time or part-time enrollment, excluding summer school semesters and inter-sessions). Existing scholarship recipients must reapply each year.
Eligibilty:
Selection Criteria
1.Scholarships are intended for students entering or attending law school in Fall 2018 or 2019.
2.Students must show demonstrated commitment to developing a career in intellectual property law.
3.High academic performance at the undergraduate, graduate, and law school levels (if applicable).
4.Demonstrated financial need.
5.General factors such as leadership skills, community activities, or special accomplishments.
Amount:
$10,000
Deadline:
March 15
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American Indian College Fund - Full Circle Scholarship
Students pursuing a graduate degree at any eligible college may apply for The American Indian College Fund Full Circle Scholarships.. These scholarships are funded through our partnerships with various donors. These scholarships are administered by the American Indian College Fund and are generally based upon merit or demonstrated financial need.
Eligibilty:
Minimum requirements for all American Indian College Fund Full Circle graduate scholarships include:
•U.S. citizenship
•Enrolled in full-time in a graduate program at an accredited tribal. public, or private (non-profit) college or university.
•Registered as a member of a federal or state recognized tribe, or a descendant of at least one grandparent or parent who is an enrolled tribal member. (Alaska Natives may use Native Corporation membership.)
•Applicants must have a minimum grade point average of 2.0, but many Full Circle Scholarships funded by our partners are more competitive. The scholarships available and their eligibility requirements are listed here.
•Submission of a completed on-line application
Amount:
Varies
Deadline:
May 31
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ABA Legal Opportunity Scholarship
The ABA Legal Opportunity Scholarship Fund will award $5,000 of financial assistance annually to each scholarship recipient attending an ABA-accredited law school. An award made to an entering first-year student may be renewable for two additional years, resulting in financial assistance totaling $15,000 during his or her time in law school. Although each recipient will need to re-apply for the scholarship in his or her second and third year, the expectation is that the scholarship will be renewed each year if satisfactory performance in law school has been achieved. The student is otherwise eligible if funding is available. Applicants are encouraged to be members of a racial and/or ethnic minority that has been unrepresented in the legal profession, and demonstrate financial need. The applicant's personal, family, and educational background, personal statement, and participation in community service activities will also be considered.
Eligibilty:
Entering 1L, cumulative grade point average of 2.5 (on a 4.0 grading scale) at his or her undergraduate institution, and be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
Amount:
$5,000, up to $15,000
Deadline:
April 1
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