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Transgender First Scholarship

The Transgender First Scholarship is the first national scholarship exclusively dedicated to helping underserved Transgender students get affordable access to a college education.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Transgender First

Award Maximum:
$2,500
Application Deadline:
December 31
Eligibility Requirements:

Planning to pursue or currently pursuing a degree at an accredited post-secondary institution in the U.S.

Have a high school diploma or GED

Identify as Transgender or Non-Binary

U.S. Citizen

First Generation Scholarship

Sponsors are looking for applicants who are first generation immigrants or the child of a first generation immigrant. The scholarship aims to empower and celebrate the individuality of immigrant communities.

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Scholarship Type:
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Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Godoy Law Office

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
December 31
Eligibility Requirements:

Enrolled in an accredited community college, undergraduate, or graduate program

3.0 or higher overall GPA

First generation immigrant or the child of a first generation immigrant

Annual Strive to be the Best Criminal Lawyer Scholarship Fund

Striving to become the best criminal lawyer (or the top lawyer in any area of practice) takes a lot of hard work and dedication. This scholarship hopes to assist in covering increasing costs of tuition, text books and the everyday expenses regarding the necessities of life as a student.

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Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

DM Cantor

Award Maximum:
$2,500
Application Deadline:
December 31
Eligibility Requirements:

College or law student

May not be offered this year - verify status with the scholarship provider

W.B. Clark Scholarship

This scholarship provides funding for a student from Kay County, Oklahoma, to attend law school in Oklahoma. It is funded from a permanent endowment honoring W.B. Clark.

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Sponsoring Organization:

Oklahoma Bar Foundation

Application Deadline:
December 31
Eligibility Requirements:

Law student at an Oklahoma law school

Connection to Kay County, Oklahoma

No specific deadline available at last review, 12/31 is a placeholder. Check with scholarship provider for more details.

Walter H. Moses, Sr. and Walter H. Moses, Jr. Scholarship

This is a rotating scholarship between the six-Chicago area law schools. Each school selects its own recipient.

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Incoming Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

The Chicago Bar Foundation

Award Maximum:
$60,000
Application Deadline:
December 31
Eligibility Requirements:

Law student

Incoming 1L at one of 6 Chicago-area law schools

Planning to pursue a public interest legal career

No specific deadline available at last review, 12/31 is a placeholder. Check with scholarship provider for more details.

Law Offices of Daniel Kim Scholarship

The Law Offices of Daniel Kim understand the cost of attending higher education can be thousands of dollars and understand how challenging the financial burden can be for a student in pursing higher studies. This scholarship is offered to individuals who are in colleges or universities or planning on attending college or graduate school in nearest future.

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Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Law Offices of Daniel Kim

Award Maximum:
$5,000
Application Deadline:
December 31
Eligibility Requirements:

Enrolled in university/college

Good academic standing with your current educational institution

3.0+ GPA

Citizen of the U.S.

Education Accessibility Scholarship

The public education system could learn a great deal from the students that it serves. Connecticut Trial Firm would like to hear the next generations’ ideas on how to improve America’s public education system so that more students have access to higher education institutions.

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Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Connecticut Trial Firm, LLC

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
December 31
Eligibility Requirements:

Currently enrolled (or enrolled prior to the scholarship deadline) at an accredited institution in the U.S.

Must have the intent to complete a 2 or 4 year program at a junior or community college or paralegal, graduate, or undergraduate program

Be the first in your family to attend a four-year college

Have good academic standing with a minimum 3.0 GPA or above

May not be offered this year - verify status with the scholarship provider

McDonald Worley Annual Scholarship

Award is seeking female students with diverse backgrounds of race, ethnicity, or faith and have demonstrated academic achievement and a commitment to community service in fields of science, math, engineering, technology, business and law to apply for this scholarship.

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Sponsoring Organization:

McDonald Worley

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
December 31
Eligibility Requirements:

College or Graduate/Professional Degrees

Female

Diverse background

Demonstrated academic achievement

Commitment to Community Service

Mark Sherman Juvenile Justice Scholarship

The Law Offices of Mark Sherman has a long-standing commitment to serving clients and fighting for justice on their behalf. That is why we are proud to announce our 2024 Juvenile Justice Scholarship! 

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Scholarship Type:
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Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

The Law Offices of Mark Sherman

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
December 31
Eligibility Requirements:

Must be enrolled in college, graduate school or a GED holder who is about to attend college

3.0 GPA or higher

Must have an interest in serving underrepresented communities

Sieben Edmunds Miller Criminal Justice Scholarship (Fall Deadline)

This is a national, needs-based scholarship for students pursuing a career in criminal justice. Undergraduates and law school students are encouraged to apply.

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Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Sieben Edmunds Miller

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
December 31

Younglove Law Group Scholarship

This scholarship is offered by the Younglove Law Group, Newport Beach personal injury attorneys, who are  passionate about helping others.

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Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Younglove Law Group

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
December 31
Eligibility Requirements:

Plan to attend or enrolled in college, graduate school or law school

Legal resident of the U.S.

Minimum 3.0 GPA

Lawyers’ Mutual First-Generation Student Scholarship

The aim of this scholarship is to provide support to law school students who are the first in their families to pursue higher education and a legal career.

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Sponsoring Organization:

Lawyers’ Mutual Insurance Company Scholarship Program In cooperation with the Daily Journal

Award Maximum:
$3,500
Application Deadline:
January 1
Eligibility Requirements:

First-gen law student

Current full-time law student in the state of California

Harvey Fellowship

The Harvey Fellows Program provides scholarships to Christian students who are pursuing graduate studies at premier universities in fields considered to be underrepresented by Christians. The awards (which vary in quantity and amount from year-to-year) can be used for legitimate educational expenses and are renewable up to two additional years.

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Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

The 28twelve Foundation

Award Maximum:
$16,000
Application Deadline:
January 3
Eligibility Requirements:

Enrolled in or have applied to a full-time graduate program at a "premier university"

Christian Religion

Must demonstrate intended vocational field has a significant impact on society, and yet appears to be underrepresented by Christians

May Firm Bi-annual Scholarship Fund, Spring

The May Firm's scholarship goal is to provide students with assistance in obtaining a higher education, and taking some of the financial burden off of hard working students. This bi-annual scholarship will be provided to a student enrolled at either a community college or university.

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Scholarship Type:
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Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

The May Firm

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
January 5
Eligibility Requirements:

Enrolled at either a Community College or University

Pride Foundation

This scholarship will be awarded to an individual who shows leadership potential either within the LGBTQ+ community or within their field of study.

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Scholarship Type:
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Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Pride Foundation

Application Deadline:
January 10
Eligibility Requirements:

Must be pursuing post-secondary education (individuals planning to enroll in a program next year are eligible as are current high school seniors)

Northwest Residency: Applicants must be a resident of Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, or Washington

Oregon Latino Scholarship Program

The Latino Scholarship Program supports students entering or continuing college or graduate school. First generation, low- and moderate-income students in Oregon and SW Washington have won in the past.

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Scholarship Type:
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Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber Oregon Community Foundation

Application Deadline:
January 12
Eligibility Requirements:

Enrolled in an accredited community college, 4-year college or university, or an accredited graduate degree program

Applicant must be currently attending a high school in Oregon or Clark County, Washington or have attended a high school in Oregon OR Clark County, Washington and currently enrolled in an accredited college

Hispanic ancestry

Minimum 3.0 GPA

Demonstrated academic excellence, extra-curricular activities, and community service

May Firm Bi-annual Scholarship Fund, Spring

The May Firm's scholarship goal is to provide students with assistance in obtaining a higher education, and taking some of the financial burden off of hard working students. This bi-annual scholarship will be provided to a student enrolled at either a community college or university.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

The May Firm

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
January 15
Eligibility Requirements:

Enrolled at either a Community College or University

Toronto Personal Injury Scholarship, Spring

After an accident, many families have to make the difficult choice between paying expensive medical bills or funding a child’s college fund. Schiffman Personal Injury Lawyers help deserving scholars keep education within reach, no matter what curveballs life throws at them.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Schiffmann Personal Injury Lawyers

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
January 15
Eligibility Requirements:

College or Graduate/Professional Degrees

Enrolled in the U.S. or Canada

Glotzer & Leib's Scholarship, Spring

Glotzer & Leib is a personal injury law firm serving accident victims in Southern California. We believe our mission to empower Californians goes beyond helping after an accident. Education empowers everyone. That's why we've launched the Glotzer & Leib Personal Injury Scholarship Fund.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Glotzer & Leib LLP

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
January 15
Eligibility Requirements:

Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university in the U.S. or accepted and have committed to attend a specific college or university next semester

Mensa Foundation College Scholarship Program

Scholarships are awarded to students expressing their academic and professional goals and how their personal experiences will help them to accomplish those goals.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Mensa Foundation

Award Maximum:
$2,500
Application Deadline:
January 15
Eligibility Requirements:

College or Graduate/Professional Degrees

Randall Blair Isenberg Alcohol Addiction Awareness Scholarship

This scholarship is offered to an individual who has demonstrated an outstanding commitment to raising awareness about alcohol addiction.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
January 17
Eligibility Requirements:

Currently enrolled in or formally accepted to any accredited Texas community college, undergraduate or graduate degree program

Demonstrated history of raising alcohol addition awareness

3.0 GPA or above

In good standing

AlvaradoSmith Raymond G. Alvarado Scholarship

Provides opportunities for continuing generations of able and accomplished Latinos to achieve excellence and become leaders in the legal field.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Hispanic Education Endowment Fund (HEEF)

Application Deadline:
January 17
Eligibility Requirements:

Admitted to a Law School

Either from Orange County, CA (OC high school or community college graduates) OR for non-OC Latino students who are attending an OC Law School

Participated in college pre-law programs or clubs as well as worked or volunteered in a local Law Firm or public service agency and/or the Orange County Hispanic Bar Association.

Army Women's Foundation Legacy Scholarship Program

The Army Women’s Foundation scholarship recognizes the importance of education and the role it plays in personal, professional and economic fulfillment. This scholarship provides women soldiers, past and present, and their lineal descendants to help them attain their educational goals.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Army Women's Foundation

Award Maximum:
$2,500
Application Deadline:
January 21
Eligibility Requirements:

Enrolled in a degree granting and accredited institution

Must be honorably serving in the U.S. Army Reserve or U.S. Army or U.S. Army National Guard or the lineal descendant of a woman who has served or is serving honorably in the U.S. Army, U.S. Army Reserve or U.S. Army National Guard

Minimum 2.5 GPA high school graduation

Commander's verification of active duty or qualified documentation of the sponsor or women's service

Right to Privacy Scholarship

This law firm scholarship is geared toward giving back to the community by supporting academically successful students with an interest in criminal justice.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Leifert & Leifert

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
January 31
Eligibility Requirements:

Enrolled in an accredited institution, including junior college, community college, undergraduate program, or graduate program anywhere in the U.S.

Minimum 3.0 GPA or above

High school graduates or GED holders about to start their college career are eligible to apply

Sidney B. Williams, Jr. Scholar Program

Scholarships are awarded to students who are members of underrepresented racial and ethnic groups and who are exploring a career in IP law. Scholars engage with experts and leaders in the patent law field during the law school admissions process and throughout their law school experience.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Foundation for Advancement of Diversity in IP Law

Award Maximum:
$30,000
Application Deadline:
January 31
Eligibility Requirements:

Attend or plan to attend an ABA-accredited law school in the Fall semester

Identify as members of a racial or ethnic minority group that is currently underrepresented in the patent law profession

Innovation in Vehicle Safety Scholarship

This scholarship will be awarded to a student with the most creative and innovative ideas for enhancing motor vehicle safety and reducing accident risks.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Law Offices of David W. Holub

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
January 31
Eligibility Requirements:

Open to current high school seniors, vocational students, college attendees, or graduate students enrolled in a two to four-year post-secondary institution or vocational program

U.S. citizen or permanent resident.

3.0 GPA

WX Scholarship Program

Scholarships are awarded on an annual basis to students studying real estate and related subjects (architecture, law, engineering, etc.) at the graduate and undergraduate levels. 

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
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Sponsoring Organization:

New York Women Executives in Real Estate

Award Maximum:
$15,000
Application Deadline:
January 31
Eligibility Requirements:

College or Graduate/Professional Degrees

Demonstrated interest in real estate through courses, clubs, internships, experience

Demonstrated financial need

Likelihood of working in the New York metropolitan area upon graduation

Advocates Scholarship, Fall

This scholarship shows The Advocates' commitment to continued learning throughout life and believe we better ourselves and our communities through education. We are committed to continued learning throughout life and believe we better ourselves and our communities through education.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

The Advocates

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
January 31
Eligibility Requirements:

Incoming or current student enrolled in an accredited college or university the U.S.

Pat Tillman Scholarship

The Tillman Scholar program is the premier academic fellowship for military service members, veterans and spouses.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Pat Tillman Foundation

Award Maximum:
$10,000
Application Deadline:
February 1
Eligibility Requirements:

Undergraduate, graduate, or professional degree

Veteran and active duty service members from all branches of the military including National Guard and Reserves who have served in pre- and post-9/11 service areas

Current spouses of veteran or active duty service members, including surviving spouses

Spouses, veterans and service members who apply must be a full-time student pursuing specific degrees at a public or private, U.S.-based, accredited institution (see website for more details)

Overcoming Adversity After an Injury

This scholarship will be awarded to an individual who overcome adversity after an injury.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Emerson Straw Injury Law

Award Maximum:
$999
Application Deadline:
February 10
Eligibility Requirements:

Enrolled in or accepted to an accredited institution in the United States.

3.0 GPA

Supporting Our Heroes Scholarship

This award is intended to help undergraduate or graduate students who wish to pursue a career in advocating on behalf of veterans.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

The Law Office of Edward M. Farmer

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
February 10
Eligibility Requirements:

Currently enrolled in a U.S. undergraduate or graduate program

U.S. citizen or permanent resident

Empowering Families Scholarship

This financial award will be given to a deserving student passionate about positively impacting families facing legal challenges.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

The Law Office of J. Kevin Clark, PC

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
February 12
Eligibility Requirements:

Enrolled in an accredited college or university pre-law course of study

3.5 GPA

U.S. citizen or permanent resident

Jerry D. Andrews Community Impact Scholarship

This scholarship is for college students who have made a substantial impact in their community through volunteer work.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

The Law Office of Jerry D. Andrews

Award Maximum:
$2,500
Application Deadline:
February 12
Eligibility Requirements:

3.5 GPA

Citizen or permanent resident of the United States.

An undergraduate student at an accredited college or university

Active involvement in community service

Hatton W. Sumners Scholarship

The Hatton W. Sumners scholarships at the Oklahoma City University School of Law and Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law provide full tuition and fees, a book allowance, and a living allowance. This three-year scholarship requires, among other things, that the recipients rank in the top one-third of their class on an annual basis. Four to six new Scholars are selected at each law school each year.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

The Sumners Foundation

Application Deadline:
February 12
Eligibility Requirements:

School activities and extracurricular activities

Demonstrated leadership potential

Strong academic record

U.S. Citizen

Permanent Resident of TX, OK, NE, LA, NM, KS, MO, or NE

APIQWTC Scholarship

This scholarship recognizes those who are active in the APIQWTC community in pursuit of technical/professional training or higher education and encourages future leaders.

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Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Asian Pacific Islander Queer Women & Transgender Community (APIQWTC)

Award Maximum:
$3,500
Application Deadline:
February 14
Eligibility Requirements:

Students pursuing any degree-granting program or certificate

Demonstrated involvement with the API Queer and Trans community

Future planned involvement in the API Queer and Trans community

American Council for the Blind Scholarship Program

These scholarships are designed to help legally blind students with post-secondary education financial needs such as tuition, fees, room and board and other additional costs associated with adaptive technology.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

The American Council for the Blind (ACB)

Award Maximum:
$7,500
Application Deadline:
February 14
Eligibility Requirements:

Undergraduate/Graduate and Professional School

Incoming or returning student, full-time or part-time

Minimum 3.0 GPA

Legally blind

Demonstrate involvement in your school/local community

American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) and American Council of the Blind (ACB) Scholarships

Various scholarships are available to students who are visually impaired to help with post-secondary education financial needs such as tuition, fees, room and board, and other additional costs associated with adaptive technology.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

American Foundation for the Blind

Award Maximum:
$7,500
Application Deadline:
February 14
Eligibility Requirements:

Full-time student, or work 32 hours or more and attend part-time

Legally blind

Involved in school or local community

Register for an ACB account prior to submitting application 

Maintain a 3.0 GPA

Land Legal Group Scholarship

This annual scholarship is available to students attending school in the Fall Semester as either a pre-law undergraduate or first-year law student.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Land Legal Group

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
February 15
Eligibility Requirements:

U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Enrolled as a pre-law undergraduate or entering law school.

3.0 GPA

The Law Offices Of W. Dan Mahoney, P.C. Scholarship For Students

This annual scholarship for students who plan to attend school in the fall as either a pre-law undergraduate or first-year law student.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

The Law Offices Of W. Dan Mahoney, P.C.

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
February 15
Eligibility Requirements:

U.S. citizenship or permanent resident.

3.0 GPA

Accepted into school as a pre-law undergraduate or entering law school in fall.

Free Injury Legal Advice Scholarship

This scholarship aims to assist with expenses for students accepted into a college or university anywhere in the U.S.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Free Injury Legal Advice

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
February 15
Eligibility Requirements:

Be accepted and planning to attend school as a pre-law undergraduate or entering law school

Minimum 3.0 GPA 

U.S. citizen or permanent resident.

Wind Law, LLC Scholarship For Students

This scholarship is for students planning to attend school in the fall as either a pre-law undergraduate or a first-year law student.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Wind Law, LLC

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
February 15
Eligibility Requirements:

U.S. citizen or authorized to work in the U.S.

3.0 GPA

Attend school as a pre-law undergraduate or entering law school in fall.

O’Brien & Eggleston PLLC, Scholarship For Students

This scholarship aims to assist pre-law and 1L students with the expenses associated with attending a school anywhere in the United States.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

O’Brien & Eggleston PLLC

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
February 15
Eligibility Requirements:

Accepted into a school and will be attending as either pre-law undergraduate or first-year law student

Minimum 3.0 GPA 

 U.S. citizen or permanent resident

Ashby Thelen Lowry Scholarship For Students

This scholarship is intended to help defray expenses for students that have been accepted into a school anywhere in the U.S.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Ashby Thelen Lowry 

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
February 15
Eligibility Requirements:

Is accepted and will either be attending school as a pre-law undergraduate or entering law school in the upcoming semester

Minimum 3.0 GPA 

U.S. citizen or otherwise authorized to work in the U.S.

Hispanic Scholarship Fund Scholarship

The HSF Scholarship is designed to assist students of Hispanic heritage obtain a university degree. It is open to graduate students in any field of study as well as undergraduate students, community college students transferring to a four-year university, and high school seniors.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF)

Award Maximum:
$5,000
Application Deadline:
February 15
Eligibility Requirements:

Full-time enrollment during the award year

Hispanic heritage

Minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale for high school students; minimum of 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale for college and graduate students

U.S. Citizen, Permanent Legal Resident or DACA

Must complete FAFSA or state-based financial aid

Melmed Law Group Scholarship

Students who have completed at least one year of college or university, or who are currently law students may apply for a one-time, monetary scholarship award that is to be used for academic purposes to pay for school tuition, room-and-board, or other school-related expenses.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Melmed Law Group

Award Maximum:
$5,000
Application Deadline:
February 15
Eligibility Requirements:

Students must either be a law student or have completed at least one year of college or university and be currently enrolled.

U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident

Fred Scheigert Scholarship Program

Council of Citizens with Low Vision International looks to support students with verification of low vision.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Council of Citizens with Low Vision International

Award Maximum:
$3,000
Application Deadline:
February 15
Eligibility Requirements:

Full-time student at a college/trade/vocational student for the academic year

Minimum cumulative 3.2 GPA

Low Vision Requirements

Out-of-State Student Scholarship

This scholarship will be awarded each semester to a qualified student pursuing educational opportunities outside of the state where they attended high school or where their parents currently live. Scholarship winners can use this money to pay for tuition, housing, and other educational costs.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Fawell & Fawell

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
February 19
Eligibility Requirements:

Enrolled in or have been accepted to a college or university that is located in a state where they did not attend high school or a state other than where their parents currently live.

3.5 GPA

U.S. citizen or permanent resident

Magaña & Van Dyke Dominick Marsala Memorial Scholarship

We understand how difficult it can be to pursue personal interests outside of school and work, and believes it is incredibly valuable to maintain such hobbies throughout your life, despite challenging transitions and busy schedules. This scholarship works to provide students with financial assistance to help them pursue their goals and passions.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Magana & Van Dyke

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
February 26
Eligibility Requirements:

GPA 3.0

Enrolled in an accredited college or university

U.S. citizen or permanent resident 

Rehabs.org Scholarship for Minorities

The purpose of this scholarship is to encourage more students of color to develop a passion for raising awareness about the risks and dangers, such as overdose fatalities, that are associated with addictions.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Rehabs.org

Award Maximum:
$1,500
Application Deadline:
February 26
Eligibility Requirements:

Currently enrolled or planning to attend an accredited college or University 

minimum 2.50 GPA

Mental Health System Reform Scholarship

The mental health crisis in the U.S. has been referred to as “the elephant in the room” because of the significant impact it has on our society and the reluctance of our lawmakers to adequately address the issue. The Mental Health System Reform Scholarship to bring awareness on this topic and to give students an opportunity to voice their opinion on the mental health system and treatment in the U.S.

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Scholarship Type:
Aspiring Law Students
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

South Carolina Criminal Practice of Price Benowitz

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
February 28
Eligibility Requirements:

Applicants who are currently enrolled in an undergraduate, graduate, or law school program in the U.S.

Minimum 3.0 GPA 

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