Thomas F. Black, Jr. Memorial Scholarship

Sponsoring Organization:

Rhode Island Bar Foundation

The Thomas F. Black, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Fund is a one-time award for an incoming 1L. It is designed to support and foster high legal practice standards and assist Rhode Island residents who have financial need.

Application Deadline:

March 31

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:

Incoming 1L Law student

Financial need

Superior academic performance

Community and public service

Reasonable likelihood recipient will provide legal services to Rhode Island citizens in the future

Location Description:

Rhode Island

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Scholarship Type:

Incoming Law Students

Award Maximum:

$25,000

Award Minimum:

$25,000

Location:

Rhode Island

Interest Area:

Community Service

Government & Political Law

Public Interest Law

Essay Requirements:

Yes (length not specified)

Need Based:

Yes

Merit Based:

Yes

Transcript Required:

Yes