TO SUBMIT A SCHOLARSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT:
- Email externalscholarshipsnull@law.csuohio.nulledu the posting.
- If law students are not eligible, do not submit.
- Deadline to apply must be more than one month out.
- Only submit your scholarship once.
STEP 1 for CSU|LAW STUDENTS:
ACCESSLEX LAW SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP DATABASE
VISIT WEBSITE FOR UPDATES
STEP 2: Check listing below of outside scholarship announcements, organized by submission deadlines.
This list is updated frequently as information is received.
fall Deadlines
september 2024 - november 2024
simeone & miller llp good lawyers / good people scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: October 31, 2024
About:
Prompt: “Please submit a written statement (800-1,000 words) or a video presentation (3-5 minutes) describing the value of using the law to improve people’s lives. You can describe a past experience that motivates you, someone who inspires you, or a vision of what you would like to accomplish.”
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Alford & Clark Injury Attorneys Students in Need Scholarship
Award: $2,000
Deadline: november 4, 2024
About:
This opportunity is available to students with a need for financial assistance and an annual family income of under $50,000.
Video Prompt: Imagine you have graduated college and have begun your career in the legal field. How will you use your skills to help others who are in need?
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Acker Warren Youth Mentor Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: november 6, 2024
About:
Applicants must participate in a youth mentorship program of some sort, including Big Brothers Big Sisters or similar organizations.
Essay Topic: Answer one of the following questions: A.) Why do you believe youth services and mentorship programs are vital to the community? Please provide examples from your own experience or observations. B.) How does starting fresh benefit you, and what may be some of the drawbacks?
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OVC, INC. Lawyers Give Back Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: november 11, 2024
About:
Video Prompt: Considering the challenges and demands of practicing law, how will you sustain a commitment to pro bono work throughout your career? Discuss how you envision balancing your professional responsibilities and your dedication to serving those who may not have access to legal representation.
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Brandon Wong & Associates Difference Makers Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: november 11, 2024
About:
Essay Prompt: What is the best memory you have made while making a difference within your community? What positive changes do you hope to make in your community in the near future? Why do you think this type of service is important?
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KANOSKI BRESNEY STAND UP TO DISTRACTED DRIVING SCHOLARSHIP
Award: $1,000
Deadline: november 13, 2024
About:
Prompt: How has distracted driving affected your life? What ideas do you have to raise awareness of the dangers of distracted driving and prevent this behavior among young drivers?
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The MKFM Resilient Student Scholarship
Award: $1,500
Deadline: november 13, 2024
About:
Prompt: For the creative portion of our application, we ask students to provide either a 500-word essay or a two-minute video essay to answer the following prompt: Please share a personal story or experience that highlights your resilience and determination in the face of family challenges. How has growing up in a divorced or unmarried-parent household shaped your character and aspirations for the future?
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Doug Murphy Law Firm, P.C. Criminal Justice Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: november 18, 2024
About:
Students are asked to submit an essay of approximately 500 words on how they hope to improve the criminal justice system in any one of the following three areas:
Increase rehabilitative services for those under criminal justice supervision
Increase access to legal representation for those who cannot afford it
Improve public education about the criminal justice system
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Lucas Law Legal Leaders Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: november 18, 2024
About:
Essay Prompt: Describe what you hope to achieve throughout your legal career. What strengths do you possess that will help you to reach this goal?
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The Behan Law Group MILITARY VETERAN SCHOLARSHIP
Award: $1,000
Deadline: november 25, 2024
About:
Applicable to those who are a U.S. military Veteran, a current service member in the U.S. military, or the child of a Veteran or current service member.
Essay Prompt: How has your experience as a Veteran or the child of a Veteran influenced your academic and career goals? How do you plan to use your education to make a positive impact in your community?
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SCHWARTZ INJURY LAW PERSEVERANCE SCHOLARSHIP
Award: $1,000
Deadline: november 25, 2024
About:
Prompt: Discuss a personal injury or medical issue that you suffered and how you overcame the challenges of this experience. How has this experience prepared you for the challenges of higher education and your future career?
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VASQUEZ LAW FIRM DACA DREAMER SCHOLARSHIP
Award: $1,000
Deadline: november 27, 2024
About:
Prompt: to apply for this scholarship, students must submit a piece of art of their choosing. The art should depict what it has meant to the student to immigrate to the United States.
Applicant must be a DACA recipient pursuing a higher education.
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The Law Office of George J. Skuros Justice in Family Law Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: november 27, 2024
About:
Prompts: Choose one of the following; A. ) What is an injustice that you see in the implementation and enforcement of family law in the U.S.? How can this injustice be rectified? B. ) Discuss the effect divorce has on the behavior and emotions of children. Students may explore how the experience can shape a child's understanding of emotional well-being, relationships, self-esteem, and overall behavior.
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winter Deadlines
december 2024 - february 2025
TastyPlacement Academic Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: December 1, 2024
About:
Write a haiku! DON’T OVERTHINK IT, we are not looking for anything formal, we just want to know who you are. Creativity and wit are king here. Your haiku must be on any marketing topic you like.
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Strategic Air Services Academic Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: December 1, 2024
About:
Please write a paragraph (3-5 sentences) as to why you chose your field of study at your university or college.
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US Catheter Supplies Academic Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: December 1, 2024
About:
Prompt: Write an acrostic poem with a word of your choice to describe why you chose your field of study at your university or college.
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PTCB Exam Practice Test Essay Writing Scholarship
Award: $1,500
Deadline: December 1, 2024
About:
Essay Topic: Discuss a significant challenge facing your field of study or the broader academic community and propose innovative solutions to address it.
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Robbins Athletics Hustle and Heart Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: December 1, 2024
About:
Prompt: Your essay should demonstrate that you are made of uncommon stuff. We love to hear about specific (true) experiences with athletic competition that you’ve had and what how they’ve molded your character and contributed to the person you are today. Help us understand that you understand the value of lifelong involvement in sports, fitness, and competition.
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The Begum Pelaez-Prada Future Women In Law Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: December 1, 2024
About:
Prompt: The candidate must submit a 1000-word essay response to the prompt: Craft an essay discussing the importance of fostering diversity and empowerment for young women pursuing a career in law. Share your personal experiences, challenges, and triumphs, highlighting the role a scholarship from Begum Pelaez-Prada PLLC would play in shaping a more inclusive legal landscape.
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Aaron Wersing Employment Discrimination Scholarship Contest
Award: $1,000
Deadline: December 1, 2024
About:
Prompt: Write a 500-word essay about what employment discrimination law is and how job discrimination rates can be reduced and mitigated. We are looking for the most creative and cohesive essay.
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Wells Call Injury Lawyers Law School Scholarship
Award: $2,500
Deadline: December 2, 2024
About:
Prompt: If you were able to change one state or federal law, what law would it be and why? How would this law impact others in your community or society as a whole?
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Miami Family Law Breaking The Cycle Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: December 4, 2024
About:
Prompt: “How do you plan to end the cycle of adversity you have experienced and create a better future for yourself through your pursuit of higher education? What have you learned that you will take with you in furthering your education?”
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HOGGATT INJURY LAW CHILDREN OF INJURED WORKERS SCHOLARSHIP
Award: $1,000
Deadline: December 9, 2024
About:
Prompt: What are your academic and career goals, and how will this scholarship help you achieve them? In what ways have your parents inspired you to further your education?
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The Ramage Law Group Adopted Child Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: December 11, 2024
About:
Prompt: What challenges have you faced as an adopted child? How have your relationships with your parents and other family members influenced your outlook on life? How has your experience affected your plans and goals for your education and career?
The student must have been legally adopted by one or both of their parents.
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THE LAW OFFICES OF JAMES F. DIQUATTRO Lawyers of Tomorrow Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: December 11, 2024
About:
Prompt: Why do you want to pursue a career in the field of law? What goals do you hope to accomplish during your career?
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Broslavsky & Weinman, LLP Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: December 14, 2024
About:
Essay Topic: “How Social Media Impacts the Law”
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Shainfeld Law PC Scholarship
Award: $500
Deadline: December 15, 2024
About:
This scholarship application requires that students write an essay on a topic of their choice, related to an area of law that interests them. Essays should be between one and three pages in length.
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Newland & Newland SINGLE PARENT SCHOLARSHIP
Award: $1,000
Deadline: December 16, 2024
About:
Prompt: How has the experience of being a single parent or the child of a single parent influenced your educational and career goals? How do you plan to achieve those goals?
The applicant must be a single parent or a child of a single parent.
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THE CROWDER LAW FIRM SCHOLARSHIP
Award: $1,000
Deadline: December 18, 2024
About:
Prompt: How do you define the American Dream? Do you believe it is attainable today?
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Bones Coffee Company Scholarship
Award: $2,500
Deadline: December 27, 2024
About:
Prompt: Write an 800-word essay on one of the following topics
The Science of Coffee Roasting:
The Cultural Significance of Coffee
Economic and Social Impacts of Coffee in Emerging Markets
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PA MEDICAL MALPRACTICE LAWYERS P.C. ESSAY CONTEST SCHOLARSHIP
Award: $500
Deadline: December 31, 2024
About:
Essay topic: Medical Malpractice in Telehealth: Navigating Legal, Ethical, and Technological Challenges in Remote Healthcare Delivery. This essay topic centers on the emerging landscape of telehealth and its implications for medical malpractice. It explores the complexities of providing healthcare remotely, addressing legal, ethical, and technological challenges that may arise.
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NEW JERSEY INJURY LAWYERS P.C. ESSAY CONTEST
Award: $500
Deadline: December 31, 2024
About:
Essay topic: Rising E-Scooter Use: Addressing Safety and Liability in Urban Environments.
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BOLAND INJURY LAWYERS P.C. ESSAY CONTEST
Award: $500
Deadline: December 31, 2024
About:
Essay topic: Analyzing the Impact of Social Media on Personal Injury Litigation: Challenges, Opportunities, and Ethical Considerations.
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BRONX INJURY LAWYERS P.C. ESSAY COMPETITION
Award: $500
Deadline: December 31, 2024
About:
Essay Topic: In the digital age, car accident cases increasingly rely on various forms of digital evidence to establish liability, damages, and causation. Please explain the growing importance of digital evidence in personal injury litigation, examine its role in enhancing case outcomes and address challenges in proving injury claims.
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NYC INJURY ATTORNEYS P.C. ESSAY COMPETITION
Award: $500
Deadline: December 31, 2024
About:
Prompt: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly being integrated into various aspects of society, including the legal domain. Explain how the role of artificial intelligence is shaping legal proceedings including, the impact of AI on legal proceedings, examining its potential benefits, challenges, and ethical considerations.
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PA MEDICAL MALPRACTICE LAWYERS P.C. ESSAY CONTEST
Award: $500
Deadline: December 31, 2024
About:
Essay Topic: Medical Malpractice in Telehealth: Navigating Legal, Ethical, and Technological Challenges in Remote Healthcare Delivery
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BROOKLYN INJURY ATTORNEYS P.C. ESSAY COMPETITION
Award: $500
Deadline: December 31, 2024
About:
Prompt: Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanisms, such as mediation and arbitration, offer potential avenues for resolving slip and fall disputes outside of traditional litigation. Explain the role and effectiveness of ADR in addressing the complexities of slip and fall cases, examining its benefits, challenges, and ethical considerations.
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Angeleno Accident Lawyers Scholarship
Award: $2,500
Deadline: December 31, 2024
About:
Prompt: If you could solve one major problem facing the world today, what would it be and how would you tackle it? How can your academic aspirations help achieve a resolution?
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The 2024 Law Offices of Daniel Kim Scholarship
Award: $5,000
Deadline: december 31, 2024
About:
Write a 750-1000 word essay on the following prompt: If you could spend a year studying abroad experiencing another culture, where would you go and why?
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The 2024 Alpha Accident Lawyers Scholarship
Award: $5,000
Deadline: december 31, 2024
About:
Prompt: Describe a passion or hobby you pursue outside of academics. How does it contribute to your overall goals and growth?
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Ruhmann Law Firm Scholarship
Award: $500
Deadline: december 31, 2024
About:
The recipient must submit an essay no longer than 1,000 words on a topic related to the area of law they wish to practice.
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HW Part Store $1,000 Scholarship Program
Award: $1,000
Deadline: december 31, 2024
About:
Prompt: The applicant must write a 500-word essay on one of the following topics:
The role of machinery in reducing human-risk in construction.
The benefits of maintaining commercial construction machinery.
The role of aftermarket parts for construction machinery.
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Kimura London & White LLP – Irvine Law Firm Annual Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: december 31, 2024
About:
Prompt: "The Intersection of Law and Technology: How Should the Legal System Adapt to Emerging Challenges?"
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IMLA Charles W. Thompson, Jr. Local Government Law Scholarships
Award: $5,000
Deadline: december 31, 2024
About:
Prompt: a work of original scholarship by the applicant of not less than 1,500 words relating to local government law. A work of original scholarship may include a paper submitted to meet a writing requirement of the law school or for a local government law class or for another class involving local government law issues; references from one or more local government lawyers or law professors confirming the applicant’s interest and promise in the area of local government law.
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Godoy Law Office Immigration Lawyers 2024 First Generation Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: december 31, 2024
About:
Prompt: An essay of 700-1,000 words discussing the obstacles you have faced as a first-generation American and how those experiences have shaped you into who you are today.
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The Richard Rawle Memorial Scholarship From Check City
Award: $2,000
Deadline: January 1, 2025
About:
Prompt: How have you given back to your community and what did you learn in the process?
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Elite Lawyer Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: January 6, 2025
About:
In order to be considered, you must submit either a 500-word essay or a 2-minute video presentation in response to the following question: What positive change are you working to bring to your community this year?
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Law Office of Philip R. Nathe Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: January 6, 2025
About:
(3-5 min video) “What challenges have you and your family faced as you have pursued a college education? How have you overcome these challenges, and how do you hope to use your college degree to ensure that you can provide for the needs of yourself and your loved ones?”
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Road to Recovery Scholarship
Award: $2,000
Deadline: January 8, 2025
About:
Prompt: How have you overcome adversity from your injury? How has it impacted the person you are today? (Must provide proof of the accident which led to the injury. This proof may be in the form of an insurance claim, police report, or something similar.)
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The Empowering Survivors of Trauma Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: february 10, 2025
About:
Write an original essay addressing the prompt: “Empowering Survivors of Trauma.”
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The Role of Personal Injury Law in Protecting Consumer Rights – Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: february 10, 2025
About:
In your essay, examine how personal injury law helps shield consumers from unsafe products and negligent practices, and suggest ways to enhance consumer safety. This is your chance to shed light on how legal frameworks work to prevent harm and promote accountability in the marketplace.
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Personal Injury Law and Vulnerable Populations – Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: february 10, 2025
About:
“Share your insights and perspectives on how personal injury law can better serve vulnerable populations and address the challenges they face.” (750+ word essay)
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The Effect of Parental Conflict on Child Development – Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: february 10, 2025
About:
Your essay should delve into how continuous parental conflict affects a child’s emotional and psychological development and suggest practical ways to mitigate such conflicts. We want to hear your insights into how these disputes can shape a child’s well-being and what strategies can be employed to create a more harmonious family environment.
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The Vet Law Office Supporting our Heroes Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: february 10, 2025
About:
“How can individuals and communities contribute to the well-being of veterans? How do you see yourself contributing to the betterment of veterans’ lives in the future?”
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Juvenile Justice Reform Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: february 10, 2025
About:
Essay Subject: “Juvenile Justice Reform: Building a System that Focuses on Rehabilitation and Reintegration.”
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Brown Bass & Jeter PLLC’s Community Leadership Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: february 10, 2025
About:
Submit an essay on one of the following topics:
Many great leaders are determined and committed to their causes. Write about a cause that you feel passionately about and then explain how you could or have led others to also care about your cause?
Though accomplished leaders set great examples and work hard to inspire others, they rely on their teams to succeed. Write about a time when you worked together on a team to achieve something great.
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spencer & associates community leaders scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: february 10, 2025
About:
Prompt: “How will this scholarship help you achieve your professional goals and allow you to give back to your local community?"
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Advocacy for the Underserved and Injured – Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: february 10, 2025
About:
Craft a compelling essay of 750 words on the given topic, “Advocacy for the Underserved and Injured.”
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Enhancing Road Safety Through Infrastructure Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: february 10, 2025
About:
Applicants are required to submit an original essay of 750 words in length. The essay should analyze the importance of road design, signage, and traffic regulations in preventing car accidents and reducing injuries. Applicants should identify common hazards on the road, such as poorly designed intersections or inadequate pedestrian crossings, and propose improvements to enhance road safety for all users.
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Washington Law Partners Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: february 10, 2025
About:
In your essay delve into the paramount importance of estate planning, illuminating its role in safeguarding assets, preserving familial harmony, and securing a lasting legacy for the benefit of future generations. The essay should reflect a deep understanding of estate planning and its relevance in preserving family legacies.
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Emerson Straw Injury Law Scholarship: Overcoming Adversity After an Injury
Award: $1,000
Deadline: february 10, 2025
About:
Applicants are required to submit an original essay of 750 words in length. The essay should narrate a personal story of overcoming adversity after an injury, highlighting the physical, emotional, and financial challenges faced, and how the applicant or their loved one persevered despite the obstacles.
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Brandywine Estate & Elder Law Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: february 10, 2025
About:
Essay Topic: “Protecting the Rights and Dignity of Seniors: The Role of Elder Law in Safeguarding Vulnerable Populations”
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The Importance of Legal Advocacy for Personal Injury Victims Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: february 10, 2025
About:
Write an original essay addressing the prompt: “The Importance of Legal Advocacy for Personal Injury Victims”.
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Advancing Social Justice Through Personal Injury Law Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: february 10, 2025
About:
Applicants are required to submit an original essay of 750 words in length. The essay should delve into the disparities in access to legal representation and compensation for personal injuries among various socio-economic groups or marginalized communities. Additionally, applicants should propose strategies for addressing these disparities and promoting equal justice for all individuals.
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E. Lindsay Blanks PA Essay Scholarship Contest
Award: $1,000
Deadline: february 10, 2025
About:
Craft an original 850-word essay addressing the topic “From Tragedy to Triumph: Stories of Resilience and Renewal.” Highlight examples of perseverance, personal growth, or advocacy work inspired by firsthand experiences with trauma.
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Lampariello Law Scholarship: Advocating for Justice in Elder Care
Award: $1,000
Deadline: february 10, 2025
About:
Craft an essay of 750 words on the topic “The Long-Term Consequences of Nursing Home Abuse: Legal Perspectives and Solutions.” Ensure originality and thoughtfulness in your response.
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Obral, Silk & Pal Scholarship: Promoting Safety Awareness
Award: $1,000
Deadline: february 10, 2025
About:
Applicants are required to submit an original essay of 750 words in length. The essay should address the importance of safety awareness by sharing a personal experience or hypothetical scenario where they or someone they know encountered a preventable accident due to the lack of safety measures. Applicants should discuss the lessons learned from the experience and how they can advocate for safety in their communities.
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SEVA LAW FIRM SCHOLARSHIP
Award: $1,000
Deadline: february 10, 2025
About:
Participants must submit an original 750 essay on the topic “Elderly Drivers: Balancing Independence with Road Safety.”
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Substance Abuse Disorder Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: february 10, 2025
About:
Essay Prompt: 1,000-word essay on “How to Help a Loved One with a Substance Abuse Disorder”
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Alden Law Firm Avoiding Probate Pitfalls Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: february 10, 2025
About:
Essay Topic: Estate Planning Essentials: Avoiding Probate Pitfalls Scholarship.
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The Supporting Victims of Negligence Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: february 10, 2025
About:
Write an original essay addressing the prompt: “Supporting Victims of Negligence”.
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The Promoting Access to Justice Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: february 10, 2025
About:
Write an original essay addressing the prompt: “Promoting Access to Justice”.
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Texting and Driving Awareness Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: february 10, 2025
About:
“750-word essay discussing practical strategies for young people to prevent themselves and others from driving while distracted. We encourage participants to share personal experiences related to this issue and propose effective prevention tips to enhance road safety for everyone.”
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The Law Office of J. Kevin Clark, PC Empowering Families Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: february 12, 2025
About:
Submit a 90-second video essay on the subject: How will you use your legal education to positively impact families facing divorce or other family law challenges?
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O’Brien & Eggleston PLLC Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: february 15, 2025
About:
Submit a one to three (1-3) page typed essay on a topic of their choice related to the area of law they intend to pursue.
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Feak & Revelo LLP Scholarship
Award: $500
Deadline: february 15, 2025
About:
Submit a one to three (1-3) page typed essay on the topic of students choice related to the area of law they intend to pursue.
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Wind Law, LLC Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: february 15, 2025
About:
Essay Prompt: One to three-page typed essay on a topic of the applicant’s choice related to their intended area of law.
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Land Legal Group Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: february 15, 2025
About:
Prompt: Write a one to three (1-3) page typed essay on the topic of students choice related to the area of law they intend to pursue.
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Free Injury Legal Advice Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: february 15, 2025
About:
A 1-3 page typed essay on a topic of their choice related to the area of law they intend to pursue.
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Ashby Thelen Lowry Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: february 15, 2025
About:
A 1-3 page typed essay on a topic of their choice related to the area of law they intend to pursue.
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fawell & fawell Out-of-state student scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: february 19, 2025
About:
Prompt: What challenges and difficulties have affected you as an out-of-state student? Have you struggled with leaving your family and settling into an unfamiliar environment? How do you plan to overcome these challenges and achieve success in your academic efforts?
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The Blossom Law Caregiver Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: february 19, 2025
About:
Being a loved one’s caregiver is an incredible act of service, and it is often a thankless job. If you have a parent who has provided care for a loved one, or if you have been a caregiver yourself, how has this experience affected your priorities or long-term goals? How will this new perspective prepare you for the future?
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Dominick Marsala Memorial Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: february 26, 2025
About:
VIDEO PROMPT: “Making time for hobbies can greatly benefit a person and ensure that they are focused on what is important to them. What would you consider to be your lifelong hobby? How have you maintained this hobby throughout your life, and how do you plan to continue to make time for it while also pursuing a higher education, working, and/or focusing on other priorities? How has this hobby helped you to excel in other areas of your life?”
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Salvado Law Dream Chaser Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: february 26, 2025
About:
Discuss your background and how this scholarship will help you achieve your career goals.
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Hollingsworth law firm legal scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: february 28, 2025
About:
Prompt: “1-3 page typed essay on the subject matter related to the area of law you intend to pursue”
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spring Deadlines
march - may 2025
The Devadoss Law Firm Civil Rights Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: march 3, 2025
About:
Include a submission in the format of a video (approximately 5 minutes or less) or an essay (1000 words or less) discussing the following questions:
What are the most important civil rights issues that affect millennial workers?
Do millennials need to be better informed about how they can protect their rights in the workplace?
How can workers make sure they understand their rights and the ways they can protect themselves?
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Freedman Law, LLC, Workplace Rights Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: march 10, 2025
About:
Prompt: How do you plan to use your education to promote workers’ rights and/or civil rights in employment spaces?
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Daniel R. Bacalis, P.C. Striving Solo Parent Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: march 12, 2025
About:
As a single parent, what do you expect to be the biggest benefits of pursuing a higher education at this time in your life? Before beginning your academic journey, what risks did you consider, and what do you think will be your most daunting challenges? How do you plan to address and overcome those factors?
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Brett Hartvigson Scholarship for Student Athletes
Award: $1,000
Deadline: march 15, 2025
About:
Write a compelling essay (500-800 words) addressing the provided prompt: “How has participating in athletics shaped your personal and academic growth, and how do you plan to leverage your athletic experiences to achieve success in your future endeavors?”
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The Goostree Law Group Bright Futures Scholarship
Award: $2,500
Deadline: march 19, 2025
About:
Tell us about yourself. Please describe how you have demonstrated these three characteristics throughout your academic or personal life: Leadership, Determination, Passion.
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The Bettersworth Law Firm Justice for All Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: march 26, 2025
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Prompt: Why do you want to enter this profession? Please make sure to include how your life has been impacted by a member of the legal community.
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Kadzai Law Group, LLC First Generation College Student Scholarship
Award: $2,500
Deadline: april 2, 2025
About:
As a first-generation college student, what challenges do you anticipate throughout your pursuit of higher education? How do you think the experience may benefit you?
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Cover Letter Mastery Scholarship
Award: $750
Deadline: april 15, 2025
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Prompt: Send us a high quality cover letter for a real job listing. Ideally, this job listing should represent your dream job and will serve as the inspiration for your cover letter.
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Hoffer & Sheremet Empowering Education Scholarship
Award: $500
Deadline: april 15, 2025
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Please choose ONE of the three listed topics to write about in an essay:
What are the pros and cons of our civil justice system, and what is one thing that could be improved within that system?
Why is it important to have great writing skills?
What is the strongest thing you have ever had to do / what is an adversity you have had to overcome?
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GlobalScholarships.com Scholarship for International Students
Award: $3,000
Deadline: may 31, 2025
About:
“Describe your educational journey emphasizing how you have maximized your potential given your circumstances. In addition, please tell us how you plan to continue to do so after your degree.” (500-700 words)
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summer deadlines
june - august 2025
douglas e kuthy scholarship
Award: $500
Deadline: june 1, 2025
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Prompt: “A 500 to 1,000-word essay, typed and single-spaced in 12-point font, on a topic related to the student’s intended practice of law.”
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personal injury legal group scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: june 1, 2025
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Prompt: “A 1-3 page typed essay on a topic of their choice related to the area of law they intend to pursue."
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Swenson & Shelley Law Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: june 5, 2025
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Prompt: "A one to three (1-3) page typed essay on a topic of the student’s choice related to the area of law they intend to pursue"
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PHILADELPHIA INJURY LAWYERS P.C. $500 SCHOLARSHIP ESSAY CONTEST
Award: $500
Deadline: july 31, 2025
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Prompt: Unforeseen long-term effects that could arise from injuries form a central part of negotiations between insurance companies and car accident attorneys. To what extent should these potential effects be a factor when determining the final settlement amount for a victim of a car accident? In addition, should previously closed settlements be allowed to reopen if these unforeseen long-term effects become severe enough?
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PITTSBURGH INJURY LAWYERS P.C. $500 SCHOLARSHIP ESSAY CONTEST
Award: $500
Deadline: july 31, 2025
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Prompt: In recent years, there has been a surge in advertising for personal injury law firms. Discuss the potential impact this may have on both clients and attorneys. Do you believe this uptick in advertising is beneficial or detrimental? Explain.
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james kennedy law legal ethics scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: august 13, 2025
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Prompt: Provide a real-world example of barratry, citing a source such as a news article. Explain why the behavior described in this example is unethical. Discuss what can be done to prevent these types of practices and maintain high ethical standards in the legal field.
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Road Safety Strategies Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: august 15, 2025
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We invite you to share your perspectives on the topic: “Lessons from Other Countries.” Compare road safety strategies from other countries with high safety records and suggest how they could be implemented locally.
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fall deadlines
september - november 2025
Omni Law P.C. Scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: september 15, 2025
About:
A typed essay of one to three pages on a topic of the student’s choice related to the area of law they intend to pursue.
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waddoups law personal injury attorneys scholarship
Award: $1,000
Deadline: september 15, 2025
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Prompt: “One to three (1-3) page typed essay on the topic of students’ choice related to the area of law they intend to pursue.”