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Lathrop GPM Scholarship

Kansas Bar Foundation offers scholarships to law student at the University of Kansas School of Law or Washburn University School of Law. The Foundation seeks to support applicants demonstrating a bona fide intention to practice law in Kansas.

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Sponsoring Organization:

Kansas Bar Foundation

Award Maximum:
$4,000
Application Deadline:
January 15
Eligibility Requirements:

Attending the University of Kansas School of Law or Washburn University School of Law

Bona fide intent to practice in the state of Kansas

Hinkle Law Firm Student Scholarship

Because community service is extremely important to the Hinkle law firm, applicants must demonstrate a history of community involvement to be considered. It is also important to the Hinkle law firm that applicants exhibit professionalism and high character in their personal and professional lives.

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Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Kansas Bar Foundation

Award Maximum:
$4,000
Application Deadline:
January 15
Eligibility Requirements:

Attending the University of Kansas School of Law or Washburn University School of Law

Bona fide intent to practice in the state of Kansas

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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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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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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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

Hispanic Lawyers Scholarship Fund

This scholarship is available for 1L students who are making a difference in the Hispanic Community.

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Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Hispanic Lawyers Scholarship Fund Board of Directors

Award Maximum:
$5,000
Application Deadline:
January 24
Eligibility Requirements:

1L currently enrolled in an ABA accredited law school

Blank Rome Diversity Scholars Program

This scholarship was established to attract outstanding diverse law students committed to promoting diversity to the legal community at large.

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Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Blank Rome

Award Maximum:
$25,000
Application Deadline:
January 24
Eligibility Requirements:

1L (day) or 2L (evening) student

Part of an Equal Employment Opportunity Commission racial/ethnic group, or

LGBTQ+ Community, or

Committed to diversity

Max J. Madrid Law Diversity Scholarship.

This scholarship is offered to 2L or 3L law students who are committed to advancing the goals diversity, equity and inclusion within the legal profession. 

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Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Modrall Sperling

Award Maximum:
$10,000
Application Deadline:
January 26
Eligibility Requirements:

2L or 3L student attending an ABA-accredited law school.

Desire to practice law in the State of New Mexico.

Must submit an original five- to ten-page writing sample on any law topic.

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

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

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

The Inclusion & Diversity Fellowship program

The Inclusion & Diversity Fellowship Program offers a pathway for law students who are interested in the practice of antitrust and unfair competition law. In addition to a monetary stipend, the Fellow receives a year-long mentorship from a practicing antitrust or UCL lawyer and a summer internship in a government agency working on antitrust and unfair competition law matters. 

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Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

California Lawyers Foundation and the California Lawyers Association Antitrust and Unfair Competition Law Section

Award Maximum:
$10,000
Application Deadline:
January 31
Eligibility Requirements:

Law student currently enrolled full-time in good standing at an ABA-accredited law school. 

Morgan Law Group Legal Scholarship

The Morgan Law Group has designed this scholarship to offset the costs of tuition or the miscellaneous expenses associated with preparing for a future as an attorney.

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

The Morgan Law Group

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

Accepted into or attending a law school in the U.S.

Minimum 3.0 GPA

U.S. Citizen or Legal Resident who is authorized to work in the country

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:
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Returning Law Students
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

George Corey Memorial Scholarship

Vorys Diversity & Inclusion Committee has established scholarships for diverse law students whose spirit, drive and commitment leads them to pursue a career at Vorys while also demonstrating leadership and being “difference makers” in their communities and/or schools.

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

Vorys

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

Currently enrolled in an ABA accredited law school 

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.

Arthur Lockwood Beneventi Law Scholarship

Scholarship available to students showing dedication to the pursuit of higher education in diverse areas of study including history, economics, law, political science, medicine, nursing, occupational and physical therapy, elementary and secondary education, chemistry, math, science and English.

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

National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution

Award Maximum:
$2,000
Application Deadline:
January 31
Eligibility Requirements:

Enrolled in or attends an accredited law school

U.S. Citizen

Only one DAR scholarship per applicant

Minimum GPA 3.25

Richard Mintz Diversity Scholarship

Mintz strives to create an environment where people from all backgrounds are positioned for success. As part of our commitment to promoting diversity at the firm and in the legal profession Mintz awards the Richard Mintz Diversity Scholarship to an exemplary diverse law student each year.

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Scholarship Type:
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Mintz

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

Community-minded

1L

From diverse background

Shown academic excellence and commitment to diversity

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

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)

P.J.C. Lindfors Legal Studies Fund

Pertti Lindfors, a Finnish-American attorney in San Francisco, established this scholarship to encourage cross-cultural study and understanding by law students in Finland and the U.S.

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Scholarship Type:
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Finlandia Foundation

Award Maximum:
$3,000
Application Deadline:
February 1
Eligibility Requirements:

American students who have completed at least one year of studies at a law school in the U.S. and who are currently enrolled or accepted to the law faculty of a Finnish university within the U.S. (or applied to and are awaiting acceptance)

OR Finnish Citizens who have completed at least one year of studies at a law faculty in Finland or in the EU and who are currently enrolled or accepted to an ABA law school within the U.S. (or applied to and are awaiting acceptance)

MAX Scholarships, Winter

MAX by AccessLex offers scholarship incentives to help you maintain motivation and momentum as you progress through our personal finance curriculum, developed exclusively just for law students like you. Complete MAX activities to be automatically entered into our drawings throughout the year and win up to $40,000!

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

AccessLex Institute

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

Current 1L, 2L, and 3L law students at participating MAX Schools (over 80% of the ABA accredited law schools in the U.S.)

Complete MAX activities, ranging from quick surveys, to 10 minute learning modules, and MAX Events (via webinar or in-person) to automatically earn entries at https://askedna.accesslex.org/

Legal U.S. Residents (or lawful permanent Residents) currently residing in the 50 United States, the District of Columbia or Puerto Rico

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

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

Mexican American Bar Foundation Scholarship

Financial assistance to men and women of Chicano and Latino heritage who intend to pursue careers in the law and are law students attending ABA-accredited law schools in Los Angeles County, including Loyola, Pepperdine, Southwestern, UCLA, and USC, or UC Irvine School of Law in Orange County

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

Mexican American Bar Foundation

Award Maximum:
$15,000
Application Deadline:
February 10
Eligibility Requirements:

Law student

Attending Los Angeles County ABA-accredited Law Schools

Chicano and Latino Heritage

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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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

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

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

Land Legal Group Scholarship For Students

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

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

Land Legal Group 

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

US Citizen or permanent resident

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

3.0 GPA

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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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

Sarah T. Hughes Diversity Scholarship

To increase diversity of the legal community in Dallas and help to create a cycle of success in the community.

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

Dallas Bar Foundation

Application Deadline:
February 15
Eligibility Requirements:

Attend one of the three eligible ABA-approved law schools in Dallas/Fort Worth

Plan to practice law and serve the community in Dallas, TX

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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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

Armstrong County Bar Association Scholarship

Serving the heart of Western Pennsylvania, this scholarship is for residents enrolled to attend or already attending an accredited law school in the U.S.

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

Armstrong County Community Foundation

Award Maximum:
$1,100
Application Deadline:
February 15
Eligibility Requirements:

Enrolled to attend or already attending an accredited law school in the U.S.

Resident of Armstrong County, PA

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

J.L. Weigand, Jr. Legal Education Trust Scholarship

This education trust scholarship is geared to provide support in a variety of ways to the best Kansas law students. The trust's mission is to actively promote excellence in legal education and to encourage the most scholastically qualified students to remain or return to Kansas to practice law. To be used at University of Notre Dame Law School, Washburn University School of Law or University of Kansas School of Law.

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

J.L. Weigand, Jr. Legal Education Trust

Application Deadline:
February 15
Eligibility Requirements:

Full-time graduate student

U.S. Citizen

Legal resident of the State of Kansas for at least ten (10) years prior to college graduation

Diversity Scholars Award

Constangy’s Diversity Scholars Program recognizes 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.

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Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete LLP

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

2nd-year student enrolled in an accredited law school

Law school must located in one of the following states: Alabama, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, or the District of Columbia

3.0 GPA or greater

Scholarship provider verified that this scholarship will be offered in 2023. Due date of 2/15 is approximate pending the release of the 2023 details. Visit site or contact provider for more details.

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

JABA Educational Foundation Scholarships

This foundation scholarship is geared toward deserving law students including recent law school graduates with a commitment to community service. Financial need, adversity, merit and desire to practice in Southern California will be taken into consideration.

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

Japanese American Bar Association Educational Foundation

Award Maximum:
$3,000
Application Deadline:
February 17
Eligibility Requirements:

Law school student and recent graduates

Commitment to serving the Japanese American community and/or the API community

Desire to practice law in the Southern California area

Financial need and academic achievement considered

Kosciuszko Foundation Tuition Scholarship

The Foundation supports American students of Polish descent for graduate level studies at colleges and universities in the U.S.

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

Kosciuszko Foundation

Award Maximum:
$12,000
Application Deadline:
February 17
Eligibility Requirements:

Graduate full-time studies

Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above

U.S. Citizen and Legal Permanent Residents (green card holders) of Polish descent

Justice Stephen K. Tamura Scholarship

This bar association foundation offers scholarships to deserving law students and recent law school graduates in furtherance of their legal education. Japanese heritage, merit and financial need will be taken into consideration.

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

Japanese American Bar Association Educational Foundation

Application Deadline:
February 17
Eligibility Requirements:

Law students or recent law school graduates

Commitment to serving the local or Japanese American community and/or the API community

Adversity considered

Financial need and academic merit considered

Justice John F. Aiso Scholarship

This organization offers scholarships in varying amounts to deserving law students and recent law school graduates in furtherance of their legal education. Diverse populations dedicated to community service are encouraged to apply.

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

Japanese American Bar Association Educational Foundation

Application Deadline:
February 17
Eligibility Requirements:

Law school student and recent graduates

Commitment to serving the Japanese American community and/or the API community

Academic achievement considered

Financial need considered

Elmer Yamamoto Civil Rights and Public Interest Scholarship

Deserving law students and recent law graduates with demonstrated commitment to community service, including but not limited to serving the Japanese American community.

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

Japanese American Bar Association Educational Foundation

Application Deadline:
February 17
Eligibility Requirements:

Law student or recent law graduate

Commitment to serving Japanese American community

LimNexus Foundation Scholarship

Deserving law students and recent law graduates with demonstrated commitment to community service, including but not limited to serving the Japanese American community.

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

Japanese American Bar Association Educational Foundation

Application Deadline:
February 17
Eligibility Requirements:

Law student or recent law graduate

Commitment to serving Japanese American community

GunterFirm Employment Law Scholarship Program

This scholarship will be awarded to an individual who best demonstrates their interest and passion in employment law, and the desire to enter that field of law.

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Scholarship Type:
Bar Study
Returning Law Students
Sponsoring Organization:

GunterFirm, Attorneys

Award Maximum:
$1,000
Application Deadline:
February 18
Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a current law school student or recent graduate preparing for the Florida Bar exam

William A. McClain Scholarship

The Black Lawyers Association is dedicated to promoting equity in the legal profession and the justice system and offers this scholarship in recognition of the many firsts of the Honorable William A. McClain.

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

The Cincinnati Bar Foundation and Black Lawyers Association of Cincinnati

Award Maximum:
$5,000
Application Deadline:
February 24
Eligibility Requirements:

Attending an ABA-accredited law school

African American law student

Demonstrated leadership potentia

Dedication to the Cincinnati community

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

Shanda L. Spurlock Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship was created in recognition of an active and beloved member of the Cincinnati Legal Community.

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

Dinsmore & Shohl and the Black Lawyers Association of Cincinnati

Award Maximum:
$5,000
Application Deadline:
February 24
Eligibility Requirements:

Black law student Attend University of Cincinnati College of Law, Northern Kentucky University Chase College of Law or University of Dayton School of Law Resident of Greater Cincinnati

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

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

Achieving My Potential Scholarship

One mistake should not ruin a life. This scholarship aims to support students who have experienced the juvenile or criminal justice system in their journey to realize their full potential. 

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

Ghanouni Teen & Young Adult Defense Firm

Award Maximum:
$2,000
Application Deadline:
February 28
Eligibility Requirements:

GPA 2.0

Enrolled in or accepted to a U.S. college or university.

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 

2025 Achieving My Potential Scholarship

We are seeking students who went through the juvenile justice system or criminal justice system and have worked hard to move past their experience, seeking a brighter future to achieve their full potential. Visit our scholarship page to learn more about this opportunity.

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

Ghanouni Teen & Young Adult Defense Firm

Award Maximum:
$2,000
Application Deadline:
February 28
Eligibility Requirements:

Must be enrolled in a trade school, undergraduate, graduate, or any other post-secondary program in the United States. 

Applicants must be in good academic standing and have a minimum GPA of 2.0.  

Know Your Rights Scholarship

The Nieves Law Firm continues to fund the Know Your Rights Scholarship in an effort to spread awareness about individual rights. We hope that this scholarship will encourage discussion and help educate others about their individual rights.

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

The Nieves Law Firm

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

Applicants must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate, graduate, or law program at an accredited university within the U.S.

Minimum 3.0 GPA 

Fair Divorce Legislation Scholarship

This scholarship gives students the opportunity to express their thoughts on divorce legislation.

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

Moskowitz Law Group, LLC

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

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

Minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher

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

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