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LGBT Public Interest Scholarship Program

Sponsoring Organization:

ABA Commission on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity

Scholarship awards will go to law student or recent graduates who have demonstrated commitment to improve the legal and social standing of the LGBTQ community, including LGBTQ individuals.

Application Deadline:
April 19

Some application deadlines have not yet been announced. In those cases, the dates posted are based on the scholarship provider’s most recent information. Please confirm each deadline via the provider’s website.

Eligibility Requirements:

Law student or recent law graduate who attend(ed) an ABA Accredited Law School

Secured a summer internship or job with a public interest organization with a direct impact on LGBTQ+

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Scholarship Type:
Bar Study
Incoming Law Students
Returning Law Students
Award Maximum:
$5,000
Location:
No Location Required
Applicant Attributes:
LGBTQIA
Interest Area:
Diversity & Inclusion
Essay Requirements:
Yes - Less than 500 words (up to 1 page)
Need Based:
No
Merit Based:
No
Transcript Required:
Yes