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The scholarships listed below are provided by outside agencies and are not affiliated with Santa Clara
University. Each entry will have their own individual criteria, application, policies, and deadlines. Please
direct all questions regarding these scholarships to the individual scholarship agency.
Scholarships for Law Students (General)
Scholarships for Women
Scholarships for Minority Students
Scholarships for African-American Students
Scholarships for Asian-American Students
Scholarships for Mexican-American, Latino & Hispanic Students
Scholarships for Native American Students
Scholarships for Jewish Students
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Scholarships for Disabled Students
Scholarships for Gay, Lesbian, Bi-Sexual, & Transgender Students
Scholarships for Specific Locations
Please note that this is not a complete list. There may be other scholarships available that are not listed
on this site.
General Law Scholarships
American Association for Justice (AAJ) Trial Advocacy Scholarship
This scholarship is open to all second and third-year AAJ Law Student Members. Successful applicants
must demonstrate a commitment to AAJ and a dedication to its mission through extensive involvement
in AAJ student chapter activities. They must also express a desire to represent victims, exhibit an
interest and proficiency and skills in trial advocacy, and show a financial need for the scholarship.
Applicants must submit a short essay on how they meet the criteria and a recommendation from a
faculty advisor, trial advocacy professor, dean, AAJ member, or trial lawyer.
Deadline: TBD (AAJ will begin accepting applications in February)
Award: $3,000
Phone: 202-684-9563
Email: education@justice.org
Website: https://www.justice.org/what-we-do/enhance-practice-law/professional-recognition-awards-
scholarship/scholarships
Appleman Law Firm Criminal Defense Law Scholarship
This scholarship is available to students attending an accredited law school. It is designed to support
those who have managed to turn their lives around and made better choices after a conviction.
Applicants must meet the following criteria: 1) Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, 2) Have a
criminal record (this information to be held in confidence), 3) Be enrolled or accepted to an accredited
law school in the United States, and 4) Have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher. As one of the

law school in the United States, and 4) Have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher. As one of the
application requirements, applicants must submit an essay describing their crime, punishment, and how
they have changed or overcame their past and what they intend to do in the future as an attorney.
Deadline: May 31
Award: $1,000
Website: http://aacriminallaw.com/press-media/2014-appelman-law-firm-criminal-defense-
law-scholarship
AAJ Leesfield Law Student Scholarship
Sponsored by Ira Leesfield and AAJ, this scholarship has been established to subsidize a law student’s
attendance at AAJ’s Annual Convention. This scholarship is available to first and second year AAJ Law
Student Members.
Deadline: TBD (AAJ will begin accepting applications in February)
Award: $2,500
Phone: 202-684-9563
Attorney-CPA Foundation
The foundation awards these scholarships to selected students who have completed the second year of
law school and who show a commitment to the accounting profession as evidenced by a CPA
certificate. Applicants must demonstrate outstanding academic performance. The scholarships are for
one year only. Application is available online. The foundation also holds essay contests with a Grand
Prize of $2,500.
Deadline: Postmarked by April 30
Awards: Two $1,000 scholarships, four $500 scholarships and four $250 scholarships
Contact: The Attorney-CPA Foundation
3921 Old Lee Highway, Suite 71 A

3921 Old Lee Highway, Suite 71 A
Fairfax, Virginia 22030
Phone: 888-ATTY-CPA
Fax: 703-352-8073
Website: www.attorney-cpa.com/
Auto Accident Law Firm Survivor Scholarship
From Appel Law Firm LLP, a Bay Area injury practice, this scholarship is to be awarded to a U.S. citizen or
permanent resident, who has sustained injuries from a car or truck accident or been affected by
someone else’s accident. Graduate and Law School students are encouraged to apply. Applicants must
be enrolled in an accredited college or university within the United States and must have a cumulative
GPA of 3.00 or higher.
Deadline: July 31
Award: $1,000
Website: http://www.appellawyer.com/scholarship/
Avvo Scholarship Program
This scholarship program was created to help inspire future generations of lawyers to innovate and
impact change in the industry and our local communities. The program consists of two annual
scholarships; one for JD Law Students and one for Undergraduate & Pre-Law Students, each with their own
awards.
Deadline: January 1
Award: $10,000 for JD Law Students
Website: http://scholarships.avvo.com/
Barry Davis Attorney at Law Scholarship
Established by Barry Davis, a Eugene attorney and awarded to law students with financial need who are
registered full time. The scholarship strives to provide educational opportunities for future lawyers and

students who are also actively engaged in making their community a better place.
Deadline: July 16, 2015
Award: $500
Website: http://barrydavislaw.com/scholarship/
Baumgartner Law Firm – Law Student Scholarship
The Baumgartner Law Firm offers an annual scholarship to one law school student per year based on
financial need and commitment to helping others. Applicants must be enrolled at an accredited law
school in the U.S. Those not yet accepted to law school may apply but the scholarship will only be
awarded to someone accepted and enrolled at an accredited law school at the time of scholarship
selection.
Deadline: August 31, 2015
Award: $3,000
Contact: giving@baumgartnerlawyers.com
Website: https://baumgartnerlawyers.com/baumgartner-law-firm-scholarship-application/
Borowitz & Clark Law School Scholarship
This scholarship is for a law student who plans to practice in the fields of bankruptcy or consumer law.
To be eligible, applicants must maintain at least a 3.3 GPA at an accredited law school and be able to
demonstrate an interest in bankruptcy or consumer law. To be considered, applicants are required to
submit an application detailing course of study and law school transcripts.
Deadline: November 15, 2014
Award: $2,500
Website: http://www.borowitzclark.com/#sthash.oUoTkhnE.dpuf

Brown PC National Law Scholarships
In an effort to give back, Brown PC is offering four distinct scholarships to second and third year U.S.
law students who demonstrate interest in tax law, business law, criminal law or intellectual property
law. The awards will be paid directly to the student, and can be used for any expenses related to legal
education, including but not limited to tuition, room, board, books, bar review courses, or commuting
expenses.
Deadline: December 12, 2014
Award: $500 each
Contact: heather.kemp@brownpc.com
Website and Application:
>Tax Law: http://www.browntax.com/National-Tax-Scholarship.shtml;
>Business Law: http://www.brownbusinesslaw.com/National-Business-Law-
Scholarship.shtml
>Criminal Law: http://www.brownwhitecollar.com/National-Criminal-Law-
Scholarship.shtml
>Intellectual Property Law: http://www.brown-iplaw.com/National-Intellectual-
Property-Law-Scholarship.shtml
California Bar Foundation’s Diversity in the Public Interest- Bar Exam Scholarship
This scholarship supports bar exam expenses for recent and soon-to-be California law school
graduates, who have diverse backgrounds and plan to pursue public interest careers. Diversity includes
a broad array of backgrounds and life experiences, including students from groups or with skills or
attributes that are underrepresented in the legal profession, and specifically including students from
socially and economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

Deadline: February 11, 2015 at 4:30 p.m.
Award: Bar/Bri Bar Exam Review Courses (valued at more than $4,000) and cash awards
Contact: scholarships@calbarfoundation.org
Website: http://www.calbarfoundation.org/public-interest-scholarship.html
California Teachers Association Scholarships
The California Teachers Association (CTA) offers two scholarship programs. Online applications are
usually available in mid-October and recipients are announced in June of each year.
1) CTA Scholarship for Dependent Children—35 $5,000 scholarships are awarded annually to
dependent children of active, retired or deceased members of CTA. Applicant must be claimed as
dependent status on current year’s IRS tax forms.
2) CTA Scholarship for Members—five $3,000 scholarships are awarded annually to active CTA
members, including members working on an emergency credential.
Deadline: Usually early February
Awards: $3,000 – $5000 as noted above
Contact: CTA Human Rights Department
PO Box 921
Burlingame, CA 94011-0921
Phone: 650-552-5446
Email: scholarships@cta.org
Website: http://www.cta.org/en/About-CTA/CTA-Foundation/Scholarships.aspx
CollegeClasses.com Scholarships
CollegeClasses.com offers several $500 scholarship awards to students who are currently enrolled or
applying for enrollment at an accredited college or university. Scholarships that best fit continuing and
entering law students are “Breaking Down the Barrier” and the Law and Justice Scholarship Award.
Deadline: May 1
Award: $500

Website: http://www.collegeclasses.com/scholarships/
Debt Relief Legal Clinic Scholarship
Debt Relief Legal Clinic, a bankruptcy law firm based in San Diego, is giving back to the community by
supporting an aspiring lawyer. To be considered for the scholarship, the applicant should be a 2L or 3L
law student, U.S. citizen, California resident, must have completed at least 2 semesters of law school and
must have maintained a minimum GPA of 3.3.
Deadline: November 15
Award: $1,000
Website: www.sandiegodebtclinic.com
Earl Warren Scholarship
The scholarship opportunity from the NCAAP Legal Defense and Educational Fund (LDF) is awarded
annually to rising law students whose commitment to social justice reveals outstanding potential for
training as civil rights and public interest attorneys. Preference is generally given to law students
entering their first year of full-time legal study at an accredited law school. Eligibility requirements are:
U.S. Citizen; college graduate or enrolled in final year of college/university; record of academic
achievement; demonstrated and an ongoing commitment to racial justice. In addition to financial
assistance, Earl Warren scholars are given two unique opportunities: (1) an LDF internship, externship,
or guided research project-competitive positions that are sought out by dozens of students every year,
and (2) an invitation to LDF’s Civil Rights Training Institute, an invitation-only annual civil rights
conference that brings together civil rights advocates, scholars, and attorneys to discuss strategies and
to network.
Deadline: June 30,2015
Award: $10,000 per year for three years (as long as scholars remain in good academic standing)
Contact: scholarships@naacpldf.org or 212-965-2225
Website: http://www.naacpldf.org/earl-warren-scholarships

EB-5 Visa Awareness Scholarship
EB5Investors.com unveiled the first annual EB-5 Visa Awareness Scholarship in 2013. The scholarship
was founded to raise awareness about the EB-5 visa program among our nation’s future attorneys, while
supporting law students in their educational pursuits. Participating in the EB-5 Visa Awareness
Scholarship offers the opportunity to learn about an exciting section of immigration law, to network
with an immigration attorney working in the field, and to be featured on the premier online community
of EB-5 professionals. Recipients of the scholarship will also be considered for future writing
opportunities at EB5Investors.com.
After receiving resumes the chosen students will be assigned an EB-5 related topic, be put in touch with a
relevant EB-5 professional, and will be expected to submit a 350-500 word essay on their assigned topic after
speaking with the professional.
Deadline: varies
Award (5 total): $300 each and featured on EB5Investors.com
Contact: David Khim at dkhim@eb5investors.com
Web site: www.EB5Investors.com
Everest Nutrition Scholarship
Everest Nutrition awards a Krill Oil – Educate your Heart $1,000 scholarship to two students pursuing
further education beyond a high school level. Student must meet the following criteria:
1. Currently enrolled in Fall 2013 term at any college, university, trade or technical school within the
United States.
2. Must maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 or equivalent
3. Must be 16 years of age or older
4. Must be American or Canadian citizen or hold a valid student visa
5. Must submit an essay written around one of these questions;

i) How has the importance of heart health impacted you, your family, or your community?
ii) How can an individual change his or her lifestyle to promote a healthy heart and holistic well-
being?
Essay must meet following ctiteria:
1. Include a title
2. Have a minimum of 500 words, maximum of 1,000 words
3. Proper citation of any and all research material used
Deadline: Friday, July 5th, 2013
Award: Two $1,000 scholarships
Website: krilloil.com/krill-oil-scholarship/
Farzad Family Law Scholarship
This scholarship opportunity for law students is from Farzad Family Law, APC. One winner is selected
annually based on merit. Students are to write a 2,500 to 4,500 word essay on a yearly topic outlined on
the firm’s website.
Deadline: December 15
Award: $3,000
Website: http://farzadlaw.com/farzad-family-law-scholarship/
Federal Circuit Bar Association
The Federal Circuit Bar Assocication awards a $10,000 scholarship in the memory of Giles S. Rich,
Circuit Judge, United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, to a law student showing financial
need and demonstrated academic promise. The Association also annually awards other scholarships
based primarily of financial need in the memory of William Bullinger, a respected practitioner. Selection
of the awards is based primarily on a written submission of no more than one page setting out the

applicant’s financial need, any interests in particular areas of the law, and any qualifications for the
award considered relevant by the applicant. The submission should also include the applicant’s college
and law school transcripts and a one page curriculum vitae. Applicants must be nominated by their law
school for the awards. Law Schools may nominate up to five candidates for consideration.
Deadline: April 28
Award: $10,000 Giles S. Rich Scholarship
Amount Varies for the William Bullinger Scholarships
Contact: Stephen L Peterson, Past President
The Federal Circuit Bar Association
c/o Finnegan, Henderson,Farabow, Garrett, & Dunner
901 New York Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20001-4413
Finlandia Foundation Trust Scholarship
The scholarship is awarded to Finnish citizens currently enrolled in an ABA-approved U.S. law school.
Application available online.
Deadline: February 1
Award: $500 to $3,000
Contact: Alvar Kauti, Scholarship Committee Chair
75-795 Armour Way
Palm Desert, CA 92211
Website: www.finlandiafoundation.org/
Fisher and Talwar Legal Inspiration Scholarship
This scholarship is available to students who are pursuing a career in law, including those working
towards their Juris Doctorate in any concentration of the law. To be eligible, students must be a U.S.

citizen and a full-time student who is current attending (or planning to attend full-time) an accredited
institution of higher education. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA.
Award: $1,000
Website: http://www.ftpersonalinjurylawyers.com/scholarship
Harry A. Blackmun Scholarship
Recipients will be chosen based on several factors, including academic achievement, financial need and
potential for making a contribution to society and the legal profession. Preference will be given to
applicants with a significant tie to Justice Blackmun’s home state of Minnesota.
Deadline: June 1
Award: Variable
Contact: Harry A. Blackmun Scholarship Foundation Inc.
Attn: Jeanette Kelch
118 W. Mulberry Street
Baltimore, MD 21201-3600
Phone: 410-685-3813
Fax: 410 685 0203
Email: jak@mcdgr.com
Harvey Fellows Program
The program seeks to encourage Christian graduate students to integrate their faith and vocation and
pursue leadership positions in strategic fields where Christians tend to be underrepresented. Program
details, application procedures, and application forms are available online.
Deadline: August 1 – November 1
Award: $14,000 stipend (renewable)
Contact: Harvey Fellows Program

Mustard Seed Foundation
3330 Washington Blvd., Ste. 100
Arlington, VA 22201
Phone: 703-524-5620
Fax: 703-524-5643
Website: www.msfdn.org/
Humane Studies Fellowships
Applications will be considered from full-time graduate or undergraduate students who have clearly
demonstrated interest in the classical libertal/libertarian tradition of individual rights and market
economies, and are interested in applying the principles of this tradition in their work. Program details
and application forms are available online.
Award: $2,000- $12,000
Contact: Institute for Humane Studies
George Mason University
3301 N. Fairfax Dr., Ste. 440
Arlington, VA 22201
Phone: 800-697-8799
Email: ihs@gmu.edu
Website: www.TheIHS.org/hsf
Icing on the Ring Triumph Over Breast Cancer Scholarship
This scholarship is open to an achievement-oriented student who is currently fighting breast cancer, is
in remission or has beaten breast cancer. To be eligible, applicants must either be currently enrolled in
an accredited university or have been accepted to an accredited university. Additionally, applicants

must have a minimum 2.8 GPA. The scholarship is offered by Icing on the Ring, a jeweler specializing in
engagement and wedding rings. Honored to have been included in so many individuals’ happiest
moments, the jeweler wants to help more people reach life’s other important milestones, such as college
graduation or starting a career and achieving success.
Deadline: July 31 for Fall Semester and November 30 for Spring Semester
Award: $1,000
Website: http://www.icingonthering.com/triumph-over-breast-cancer-scholarship/
Krill Oil – Educate Your Heart Scholarship
Everest Nutrition, a leader in providing superior quality nutraceutical supplements across North
America, is pleased to announce its ‘Krill Oil – Educate Your Heart’ scholarship.
Everest Nutrition will be giving $1,000 to two students, pursuing further education beyond a high school
level, as part of the ‘Krill Oil – Educate Your Hear’ program!
Criteria:
1) Any student currently enrolled in the Fall 2013 term at any college, university, trade or technical
school within the U.S. or Canada.
2) Must maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0
3) Submit an essay (topics for essay available on the Krill Oil website)
Deadline: July 5
Award: $1,000
Website: http://krilloil.com/krill-oil-scholarship/
Ladah Law Firm, PLLC Injury Scholarship
This scholarship is open to applicants nationwide who are attending law school. The award is intended
to help future lawyers who are affected by an injury or accident. Applicants must have a minimum GPA
of 3.0.

Deadline: May 31, 2015
Award: $2,000
Website: http://www.ladahlaw.com/injury-scholarship
Lamber-Goodnow Injury Law Team Law School Scholarship
The Lamber-Goodnow Injury Law Team awards several academic scholarships to students, including
one for a law student. Applicants must either be applying to law school for enrollment the following
year or currently be enrolled in law school and will continue to be enrolled in law school through the
following academic year.
Award: $1,000
Website: http://lambergoodnow.com/scholarships/
Latham Diversity Scholars Program
Latham & Watkins Diversity Scholars program, is designed to increase the number of diverse attorneys
who want to pursue careers in global law firms. The firm awards four second year law students a
$10,000 non-renewable scholarship each for use during their third year of law school. Factors
considered in choosing the Diversity Scholars include academic and leadership achievements, life
experiences and challenges, and a desire to practice at a global law firm and contribute to its diversity
objectives. Candidates are asked to submit an application form, personal statement, resume and official
or unofficial law school transcript. Application download: www.lw.com/diversity
Deadline: September 15
Contact: Megan St.Clair- Public Relations Coordinator
Latham & Watkins LLP
505 Montgomery Street, Suite 2000
San Francisco, CA 94111-2562

Phone: 415-395-8873
Fax: 415-395-8095
Email: megan.stclair@lw.com
Website: www.lw.com/
Look Twice, Save a Life Scholarship
InsuranceProviders.com offers a scholarship promoting motorcycle safety among students. The
scholarship is open to any student who is currently attending or planning to attend college or some
form of higher education. It will be awarded on an annual basis for the spring semester.
Award: $1,000
Website: http://www.insuranceproviders.com/look-twice-save-a-life-scholarship
Michael Weiner Scholarship for Labor Studies
This scholarship seeks to recognize and support the efforts of graduate and/or law students dedicated
to improving the lives of workers. It was created by Major League baseball players, through the Major
League Baseball Players Trust, honoring the life of former MLBPA Executive Director Michael Weiner.
He was passionate about protecting workers’ rights and spent nearly his entire professional career with
the MLBPA working in support of the Players. Eligible candidates must meet a combination of criteria as
follows: a strong academic record; demonstrated commitment to the labor movement; a strong
recommendation from an academic or labor/workers’ rights practitioner; strong written and oral
communication skills. Preference will be given to those who can demonstrate financial need through the
Free Application of Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) scores or otherwise. Up to five winners will be selected
annually.
Award: $10,000 each

Website: http://playerstrust.org/programs/michael-weiner-scholarship-labor-studies/
Miller Law Scholarship for Older Students
This scholarship from Miller Law Offices supports older students who are trying to improve their skills
and self-sufficiency by going back to school. Applicants must be over the age of 50; enrolled at an
accredited technical school, college, or university in the U.S.; maintain a cumulative Grade Point
Average (GPA) of at least 3.0. Applicants must write an essay as specified in the application
instructions. Five finalists will be chosen and their essays posted on the firm’s web site. The two
finalist’s essays with the most social support (tweets, likes, shares, +1’s) will receive the scholarship.
Deadline: January 1
Award: $1,000 each
Website: http://www.philliphmiller.com/scholarship/
The O’Connor, Runckel & O’Malley Law Scholarship
This scholarship is open to full-time law students who are U.S. Citizens with a minimum 3.0 GPA.
Applicants not yet accepted to law school may still apply but the scholarship will not be released
without proof of acceptance and enrollment.
Deadline: July 15, 2015
Award: $1,000
Contact: scholarship@orolawfirm.com
Website: http://www.orolawfirm.com/law-school-scholarship.html
Otto M. Stanfield Legal Scholarship
This scholarship is funded by a trust created by Mrs. Marion Barr Stanfield for Unitarian Universalists
studying the field of law. Criteria for recipients include an active relationship with Unitarian
Universalism, financial need, and enrollment in an accredited institution. The recipient will be a person
whom the committee believes will promote Unitarian Universalist values in the larger world. Application

available online.
Award: Variable
Contact: Stanfield Law Scholarship
c/o Unitarian Universalist Funding Program
P.O. Box 1149
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Phone: 617-971-9600
Email: uufp@aol.com
Website: www.uua.org/awards/otto.html
Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans
These fellowships are awarded for up to two years of graduate study in the United States. A New
American is an individual who holds a green card or has been naturalized as a U.S. citizen or is the child
of two parents who are both naturalized citizens. To be eligible a student must not be older than 30 as
of November 1, 2005. A successful candidate will give evidence of at least two of the following three
attributes:
1) creativity, originality and initiative demonstrated in any area of his/her life;
2) a commitment to and capacity for accomplishment, demonstrated through activity that has required
drive and sustained effort; and
3) a commitment to the values expressed in the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights.
Applications are available online.
Deadline: November 1
Award: Maintenance grant of $20,000 (paid in 2 installments) and Tuition Grant
Contact: Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans

400 W. 59th Street
New York, NY 10019
Phone: 212-547-6926
Fax: 212-548-4623
Email: pdsoros_fellows@sorosny.org
Website: www.pdsoros.org/
The Reeves Law Group Scholarship
This scholarship is offered to future law students in their senior undergraduate year and to students
currently enrolled in law school. Requirements include submitting a 750-1000 words essay (or
PowerPoint or Prezi presentation) on a topic as specified in the application instructions. The
scholarship intends to support a future lawyer who has a dream to make a significant contribution to
society through the legal field. Such a contribution may be to help an institution, a specific group, or the
public at large.
Award: $2,500
Contact: scholarship@robertreeveslaw.com
Website: http://www.robertreeveslaw.com/scholarship/
Roscoe Hogan Environmental Law Essay Contest
The Roscoe Hogan Environmental Law Essay contest serves to provide law students the opportunity to
investigate and offer solutions to the multitude of injustices inflicted on the environment. Any student
currenty enrolled in an accredited American law school may submit a legal essay for the competition.
The author of the winning essay receives a $5,000 Cash Prize; recognition in the Public Justice
newsletter and on the website; publication of the essay in the Vermont Law School’s online Journal of
Environmental Law; and a free Public Justice Foundation membership for the Contest Year. Any student

currently enrolled in an accredited American law school may enroll in the contest. Each entry must be
submitted through a faculty adviser.
Deadline: Students must submit an Intent to Enter form by January 30th of the Contest Year
Award: The author of the winning essay receives a $5,000 Cash Prize; recognition in the Public
Justice newsletter and on the website; publication of the essay in the Vermont Law School’s online
Journal of Environmental Law; and a free Public Justice Foundation membership for the Contest
Year.
Contact: Cassandra Goings
Phone: (202) 797-8600, Ext. 244
Email: cgoings@publicjustice.net
Website: www.publicjustice.net/What-We-Do/Awards/Law-School-Essay-Contest.aspx
Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. Law School Scholarship Essay Contest
This scholarship is open to all students 18 years of age or older at an American Bar Association
approved institution. Law school students who enter the contest will write one essay, according to the
instructions on the web site.
Deadline: June 9
Award: Varies ($100 to $2,500)
Web site: http://www.salvilaw.com/law-school-scholarship-essay-contest/#axzz31jhyjopo
The Sanders Firm Scholarship Award
The Sanders Firm, a personal injury law firm in Mineola, NY, is proud to recognize students committed
to supporting their local communities by volunteering their time in furtherance of the issues that matter
most to them.
All scholarship candidates must be:
> Accepted, or enrolled in a 4- year college or university program, OR

> Accepted, or enrolled in an ABA-accredited law school
> AND have maintained a minimum 3.0 GPA at their current educational institution
Deadline: June 30, 2015
Award: $1,000
Contact: lwidelec@thesandersfirm.com
Website: http://thesandersfirm.com/scholarship/
SeiferFlatow Scholarship
This scholarship will be awarded to a J.D. student with a demonstrable interest personal injury law.
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or legal resident and a full-time J.D. student.
Award: $2,500
Website: http://www.seiferflatowlaw.com/
Serbian Bar Association of America Scholarship
The Serbian Bar Association of American (SBAA) awards scholarships to law students who are of
Serbian birth or ancestry. Applicants must submit a typed essay of no more than 250 words detailing
how they plan to use their legal education within the Serbian American community and submit a
certified copy of their law school transcript. Applications can be download from their website.
Deadline: October 10
Award: 4 scholarships ranging from $500 to $2000
Contact: Kelly Pavich
260 Maple Street
Beecher, IL 60401
Email: KellyPavich@yahoo.com
Website: www.serbbar.org/

Steinger, Iscoe, & Greene Law Scholarship for Child Advocates
This scholarship is offered semi-annually by the law firm of Steinger, Iscoe & Greene, which dedicates a
large part of its practice to helping families who have faced child abuse in any form. The scholarship is
open to 1) law students who have personally worked to protect children’s rights or stop child abuse
either as a volunteer, counselor, in professional work or by legal means OR 2) law students who are
abuse survivors who wish to share their own experiences to help others. Applicants must have a
minimum 2.8 GPA and either be a current law student at an accredited law school or at an accredited
undergraduate university planning to attend law school for the following academic year.
Deadline: July 31 for Fall semester and November 30 for Spring semester
Award: $1,000
Website: http://www.injurylawyers.com/child-advocate-scholarship/
The Veterans United Foundation Scholarship
The Veterans United Foundation assists military service members and their families by awarding
scholarships to help pay for tuition and books. To be considered, the scholarship applicant must fall
into at least one of the following categories:
-A current active-duty service member
-Veteran of the United States Armed Forces
-Spouse of a service member or veteran
– Surviving spouse or child of a fallen service member
-Child of a service member or veteran.
Applicants must currently be pursuing a post-secondary degree (associates, bachelors, masters or
doctorate) at an accredited college or university, OR plan to attend a college or university the following
academic year. In addition, applicants must display financial need and maintain a cumulative 2.5 grade
point average on a 4.0 scale.

Deadline: October 31 for Fall and April 30 for Spring
Award: $2,000
Website: www.veteransunited.com/about/scholarships/
Vision Zero Auto Accident Prevention Scholarship
From the Law Office of John J. Sheehan, this is a non-renewable award to prospective first as well as
second year law students with a clean driving record and a 3.0 GPA. Recipient must be a U.S. citizen
accepted to or currently attending an ABA accredited law school or program in the United States.
Additional criteria include superior academic performance and an essay.
Deadline: July 31
Award: $1,000
Web site: http://www.attorneysheehan.com
Wallin & Klarich Scholarship
This scholarship is available to all college seniors in California who will be attending an accredited
California law school in the Fall 2015 and are interested in pursuing a career in criminal justice.
Applicants must have achieved a cumulative GPA of 3.0 in undergraduate studies. The goal of this
scholarship is to aid students who have overcome obstacles to be admitted to law school and now face
the financial burden associated with receiving a law degree.
Deadline: April 30, 2015
Award: $3,000
Website: http://www.wklaw.com/scholarship/
Workers’ Rights Scholarship
This scholarship is offered by Ochoa/King, a union-side labor and employment law firm in San Diego.
The scholarship recognizes a California law student who demonstrates superior academic achievement,
a sustained and extensive commitment to the labor movement, often while overcoming serious personal

hardships and obstacles, and intent to pursue a legal career in the field workers’ rights upon graduation.
Deadline: September 30, 2015
Award: $500
Website: http://www.union-attorneys.org/workers-rights-scholarship
Yanez & Associates Law Scholarship Program
The Family Law Offices of Yanez & Associates offers this scholarship to benefit and motivate future
family law lawyers. The objective is to support law students’ educational efforts while raising awareness
about family law issues. To be eligible, students must be currently enrolled in law school or must have
applied to law school and be enrolled by the time the essays are judged. To apply, students must write a
2,500 to 3,500 word essay on a topic as outlined in the firm’s application instructions. The two winning
essays will be posted on the cafamilydivorcelawyer.com article section, along with the winners’
headshots to accompany the essay. Since the winning essays will be made public, applicants should
avoid writing personal sensitive information.
Deadline: August 31, 2015
Award: $2,000 for First Place and $1,000 for Second Place
Website: http://www.cafamilydivorcelawyer.com/scholarship/essay-contest/
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Scholarships for Women
American Association of University Women (AAUW)
The AAUW Educational Foundation provides funds to advance education, research and self-
development for women, and to foster equity and positive societal change. The Selected Professions

Fellowships offered by AAUW are awarded to women who intend to pursue a full-time course of study
during the fellowship year in a degree program where women’s participation traditionally has been low.
Fellowships awarded to women in a Law program (J.D.) are restricted to women of color. Applicants
must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
Deadline: January 10
Award: $5,000 – $12,000
Contact: AAUW Educational Foundation, Selected Professions Fellowships
PO Box 4030, Iowa city, IA 52243-4030
Phone: 319-337-1716 ext 60
Website: http://www.aauw.org/
AAJ Women for Justice Education Fund’s Mike Eidson Scholarship
The Mike Eidson Scholarship Fund was established by the AAJ Women for Justice Education Fund in
2008, in honor of AAJ Past President Mike Eidson, whose vision and generosity inspired it. The
Scholarship is awarded annually to a rising 3L (or rising 4L in a night program) female student who has
demonstrated a commitment to a career as a trial lawyer, along with dedication to upholding and
defending the principles of the Constitution, and to the concept of a fair trial, the adversary system, and
a just result for the injured, the accused, and those whose rights are jeopardized.
Deadline: TBD (application cycle usually opens in February)
Award: $5,000
Phone: (202) 684-9563
Dorothy L. Weller P.E.O. Scholarship
The P.E.O. Foundation is a non-profit Iowa Corporation operated by the P.E.O. Sisterhood exclusively for
educational and charitable purposes. This scholarship was established by the California State Chapter to

honor Dorothy L. Weller, past President of P.E.O., for California women studying in the field of law.
Applicants must be enrolled in law school, demonstrate financial need and have excellent records in
scholastic ability, character, integrity and school activities.
Awards: Variable
Contact: Susan Gustavson
Dorothy L. Weller Scholarship Committee
1835 Newport Blvd., A109 PMB 26
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Website: www.peocalifornia.org
Empowering Women in Law Scholarship
Offered by the Pearce Law Firm in Philadelphia, this scholarship opportunity is open to women
nationwide who are currently attending a law school in the United States. This scholarship is intended to
encourage and support outstanding achievement and leadership by example from women in the field of
law. The scholarship is judged and awarded primarily on academic achievement (minimum GPA of 3.0),
school and community activities, demonstrated leadership abilities and financial need. The award will
be presented to a current female law student for the following academic year and will be paid at the
beginning of the fall semester (2016).
Award: $2,000
Website: http://thepearcelawfirm.com/empowering-scholarship-2015
Ethel Louise Armstrong Foundation Scholarship
These scholarships are available only to women graduate students with physical disabilities who are
enrolled in a college or university in the United States. The applicant must be active in a local, state, or

national disability organization – either in person or electronically – which is providing services and/or
advocacy for people with disabilities.
Deadline: June 1
Award: $1,000 – $2,000
Contact: Deborah Lewis
Executive Director
Ethel Louise Armstrong Foundation, Inc.
2460 North Lake Ave, PMB #128
Altadena, CA 91001
Phone: 626 398-8840
Email: executivedirector@ela.org
Website: www.ela.org/scholarships.scholarships_bottom.html
Horizons Foundation Scholarship
The scholarship was established to encourage women to pursue careers related to the national security
interests of the United States. Applicants must:
1) be currently enrolled at an accredited university or college;either full or part-time;
2) demonstrate interest in pursuing a career related to national security;national defense;
3) demonstrate financial need;
4) demonstrate academic excellence (minimum GPA of 3.25); and
5) be U.S. Citizens
Application is available online.
Deadlines: Fall term July 1; spring term November 1
Award: Variable
Contact: Horizons Foundation

c/o national Defense Institute Association
2111 Wilson Blvd., Ste. 400
Arlington, VA 22201-3061
Phone: 703-247-2552
Fax: 703 527-6945
Website: http://wid.ndia.org/horizon/scholar.htm
Leadership Institute for Women of Color Attorneys in Law and Business
Women of color law students who (1) have completed at least one year of law school; (2) are attending
an accredited law school in the U.S. at the time of their application; (3) are “in good standing” in their
law schools; (4) are citizens of the United States of America; (5) minimum GPA of 2.5 (equivalent) or
better; (6) have completed the scholarship application and submitted an official transcript; and (7) have
demonstrated a commitment to the Profession and are active in their community and law school.
Award: 4-$3,000 scholarships
Email applications to:hhorton@mcguirewoods.com with copy to
trhymes@mcguirewoods.com
P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship Fund
Applicants must be women from countries other than the United States and Canada. They must qualify
for admission to full-time graduate study, have a full year of class work remaining and promise to return
to their country immediately following the completion of their degree to pursue their professional
careers. Appicaton material is sent to qualifed applicants only. For eligiblity information, write to the
address below or visit their website.
Deadline: Eligibility: August 15-December 15; Application: January 31
Award: $6,000 maximum
Contact: P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship Fund

Contact: P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship Fund
Project Supervisor
3700 Grand Ave.
Des Moines, IA 50312-3820
Phone: 515-255-3153
Fax: 515 255-3820
Website: http://www.peointernational.org/
Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers Single Mothers Scholarship
This scholarship supports single mothers who are going back to school by offering two scholarships,
one awarded to a single mother in an undergraduate program or community college and one to a single
mother enrolled in an accredited law school.
Amount: $1,000 each
Website: http://www.rosenfeldinjurylawyers.com/articles/single-mother-scholarship/
San Mateo County Women Lawyers’ Section Educational Foundation
Scholarships are available to all law students, both male and female. Criteria for selection include, but
are not limited to, the following attributes: financial need, academic excellence, residential or other ties
to San Mateo County, and involvement in activities, whether legal, scholastic, public, private or
community. Applicants for the scholarship should submit a letter stating their qualifications for the
award and the information about why they should be selected. Please include in the letter, or as a
separate attachment, the following information: All law school scholarships received and in what
amounts; specify how the law school education is being financed; include a copy of the current law
school transcript; and provide any other information pertinent to the referenced selection criteria.
Letters and materials should be mailed to the San Mateo County Women Lawyers’ Section Educational

Foundation (SMCWLSEF), P.O Box 341, San Carlos, California 94070, or by email to Mara Feiger,
President, at mwfeiger@yahoo.com.
Deadline: April 1
Award: Varies
Contact: Mara Feiger, President at mwfeiger@yahoo.com or 650-679-8484
Website: http://www.smcwlef.org/?page_id=8
Santa Barbara Women Lawyers Foundation Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to law students who are residents of Santa Barbara County, California, at
the time of their application. The foundation is looking for financially needy students with strong
academic records, worthy extracurricular activities and leadership potential. Special consideration will
be given to students re-entering the work force, single parents and applicants who demonstrate a strong
commitment to promoting gender equality.
Deadline: varies, usually due in Summer or Fall
Award: varies
Contact: Santa Barbara Women Lawyers Foundation
PO Box 20085
Santa Barbara, CA 93120-0085
Website: http://www.sbwl.org/
Sonoma County Women in Law Scholarship
The scholarship is awarded annually to assist a law student in completing his or her education. The
scholarship committee will consider the following attributes:
1) Sonoma County residence
2) academic achievement

3) financial need
4) second- or third-year law student status and
5) demonstrated interest in promoting equal opportunity and justice for all women.
Deadline: August 31
Award: $5,000
Contact: Sonoma County Women in Law, c/o Beyers Costin,
200 Fourth Street, Ste. 400, PO Box 878, Santa Rosa, CA 95402
Phone: 707-547-2000
Email: sbabb@beyerscostin.com
Website: http://www.sonomacountywomeninlaw.com/scholarship.html
Women Lawyers Association of San Luis Obispo County Scholarship
The Women Lawyers Association of San Luis Obispo County, an unincorporated association, offers
scholarship awards up to students who are presently enrolled or accepted for enrollment in law school
and have a demonstrable connection to San Luis Obispo County.
Deadline: July 1
Award: up to $750
Contact: Lisa Sperow, Women Lawyers Scholarship Chair
Phone: (805) 756-2920
Website: http://www.wlaslo.org/scholarships
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Scholarships for Minority Students

AAJ Richard D. Hailey Law Student Scholarships
These scholarships are open to all first- and second-year African-American, Hispanic, Asian-American,
Native America, and Bi-Racial AAJ law student members. A 500-word essay about how you meet the
criteria as well as up to three recommendations from a faculty adviser, trial advocacy professor,
dean, AAJ member and/or trial lawyer are required. Scholarships will be awarded to the applicants who
best meet, but not limited to, the criteria listed below:
1. exhibit an interest and proficiency of skills in trial advocacy;
2. express a desire to represent victims;
3. demonstrate a commitment to AAJ and dedication to its mission through involvement in an AAJ
student chapter and Minority Caucus activities;show a financial need for the scholarship.
Deadline: TBD (AAJ usually begins accepting applications in February)
Phone: (202) 684-9563
ABA Legal Opportunity Scholarship Fund
The fund provides ethnic and racial minority students applying to law school with financial assistance to
ensure they have the opportunity to attend for all three years. Applicants must be entering, first-year
law students who are citizens or permanent residents of the United States. Applications are available
online.
Deadline: received by March 2
Awards: $5,000 (renewable)
Contact: ABA Legal Opportunity Scholarship Fund – Application
Diversity Center
American Bar Association

321 N. Clark Street
Chicago, IL 60610-4714
Phone: 312-988-5415
Email: dfranklin3@staff.abanet.org
Website and Application: www.abanet.org/fje/losfpage.html
Allen E. Broussard Scholarships
These scholarships are available to all minority students and are intended to help defray the costs of
tuition and related expenses for promising future lawyers whose academic achievement, dedication to
public service and strong character are in keeping with the late Justice Broussard’s beliefs. Because of a
unique partnership with the ABA Legal Opportunity Scholarships Fund, applicants interested in the
Broussard Scholarship need only to complete the Legal Opportunity application.
Deadline: March 1
Awards: $5,000 (renewable)
Contact: (same as above)
Website: www.abanet.org/fje/losfpage.html
Arnold & Porter Diversity Scholarship
Arnold & Porter LLP offers this scholarship that is paid to a recipient’s law school to help finance his or
her tuition costs during the second academic year. Qualified applicants are currently-enrolled first-year
law students at an ABA-accredited law school who (a) contribute to the diverse background of their law
school’s student body; (b) demonstrate strong academic achievement; and (c) demonstrate an interest
in promoting diversity in the legal profession. The firm also may take into account a student’s need for
financial assistance, but such need is not required.
Deadline: March 15, 2015
Award: $10,000

Website/Application: http://arnoldporter.webfactional.com/environment/scholarship.html
Bar Association of San Francisco Bay Area Minority Law Student Scholarships
These scholarships provide financial assistance to qualified students from minority groups
underrepresented in Bay Area law schools. Minority students admitted into and entering an ABA-
accredited law school in the Bay Area, and current law students may apply.
Deadline: April 10,2015
Awards: variable (usually $10,000, renewable)
Contact: Nicole Britton-Snyder/The Bar Association of San Francisco
Email: nbrittonsnyder@sfbar.org.
Bay Area Minority Law Student Scholarship Program
c/o Nicole Britton-Snyder
301 Battery Street, 3rd Floor
San Francisco, CA 94111
Email: nbrittonsnyder@sfbar.org
Website and Application: http://www.sfbar.org/jdc/diversity/educational-
programs/scholarships.aspx#anchor04
Baker Donelson Diversity Scholarship
Baker Donelson is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where the individual differences
among us are understood, respected, appreciated and recognized as sources of strength of the Firm.
These qualities enrich the environment in which we work. With this in mind Baker Donelson will award
three scholarships to diverse law students. Each recipients award will be paid during the student’s third
year of law school to help defray the cost of law school tuition and related expenses. Additionally,
recipients will be awarded a six-week salaried 2L Summer Associate position in one of our following
offices: Birmingham, AL; Atlanta, GA; Baton Rouge and New Orleans, LA; Jackson, MS; or Chattanooga,
Johnson City, Knoxville, Memphis and Nashville, TN.

Deadline: June 10
Awards: Three $10,000 scholarships and
six week salaried 2L Summer Associate position
Contact: Helen Beasley hbeasley@bakerdonelson.com
Website: www.BakerDonelson.com/diversity-scholarship-diversity-practices
Buckfire & Buckfire Law School Diversity Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to a U.S. citizen currently attending an accredited law school and with a
minimum 3.0 GPA. The applicant must be a member of an ethnic, racial or other minority, or any
individual who demonstrates a defined commitment to issues of diversity within their community.
Deadline: May 31
Award: $2,000
Website: http://www.buckfirelaw.com/library/law-school-diversity-scholarship-2016.cfm
Bullivant Houser Bailey Diversity Scholarship
This West Coast law firm established a scholarship to increase diversity in the legal profession and
within their law firm. The recipient must commit to work at their Sacramento office as a summer
associate after his or her first year of law school. Applicants must submit a current resume, a photocopy
of complete undergraduate transcript; a photocopy of current law transcript; a writing sample; two-
three references; and a two-three page personal statement addressing eligibility for the scholarship.
Awards: $7,500
Contact: Jill Valentine
Recruitment & Diversity Manager
Bullivant Houser Bailey PC

888 SW Firth Avenue
Portland, OR 97204
Email: jill.valentine@bullivant.com
Website: http://www.bullivant.com/
California Bar Foundation’s Diversity Scholarship
The California Bar Foundation’s Diversity Scholarship financially supports first-year California law
students with the goal of furthering diversity in the legal profession. Diversity includes a broad array of
backgrounds and life experiences, including students from groups or with skills or attributes that are
underrepresented in the legal profession, and specifically including students from socially and
economically disadvantaged backgrounds. Rising first-year law students are invited to apply by the
beginning of the summer prior to commencing their first semester of law school.
Deadline: May 20, 2015 at 4:30 p.m.
Award: $7,500
Website: http://www.calbarfoundation.org/diversity-scholarship.html
California Bar Foundation’s Diversity in the Public Interest- Bar Exam Scholarship
This scholarship supports bar exam expenses for recent and soon-to-be California law school
graduates, who have diverse backgrounds and plan to pursue public interest careers. Diversity includes
a broad array of backgrounds and life experiences, including students from groups or with skills or
attributes that are underrepresented in the legal profession, and specifically including students from
socially and economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
Award: Bar/Bri Bar Exam Review Courses (valued at more than $4,000) and cash awards

Website: http://www.calbarfoundation.org/public-interest-scholarship.html
Constangy, Brooks & Smith Diversity Scholars Award
This scholarship was initiated to recognize the achievements of law students who have demonstrated
academic achievement (minimum GPA of 3.0), a commitment to diversity in their community, school or
work environment, and personal achievements in overcoming challenges and reach goals. Applicant
must be a currently enrolled second year law student.
Award: $1,000
Website: http://www.constangy.com/f-4.html
The Cooley Diversity Fellowship
Cooley LLP welcomes applications from first-year law students who are enrolled full-time in an ABA
accredited law school with an anticipated graduation date of 2017 at the time of application. Award
recipients will receive a paid 1L Summer Associate position plus an award to assist with law school
tuition. The award will be paid in 3 installments, the first upon completion of the 1L summer with the
firm; the second upon completion of the 2L summer with the firm; the remaining requires receiving and
accepting an offer of full-time employment and joining the firm as a full-time associate. Fellows will be
selected based on demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity and conclusion; undergraduate
and law school academic achievement; personal achievement; demonstrated leadership ability;
community service.
Award: $30,000 paid in 3 installments of $10,000 plus Summer Associate Position
Deadline: January 5, 2015
Contact: Septina McDonnell, Firmwide Diversity and Inclusion Manager, at
diversityfellowship@cooley.com
Website: http://www.cooley.com/diversityfellowship

Donald W. Banner Diversity Scholarship
The Donald W. Banner Diversity Scholarship is open to all students currently enrolled in an American
Bar Association accredited law school and pursuing a career in intellectual property law. The applicant
must be a member of a historically under represented group (including race, sex, ethnicity, sexual
orientation, and disability) and must have exemplary writing and oral communication skills. The
scholarship is part of Banner & Witcoff’s commitment to fostering the development of intellectual
property lawyers from diverse backgrounds.
Award: $5,000
Contact: Donald W. Banner Diversity Scholarship, c/o Christopher Hummel,
Banner & Witcoff, Ltd., 1100 13th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20005
Website: http://bannerwitcoff.com/about/diversity/
Farella Braun + Martel LLP Diversity Scholarship
As part of Farella Braun + Martel LLP’s continued commitment to diversity in the legal profession, the
firm has awarded Diversity Scholarships for the past 14 years to support outstanding, diverse Bay Area
law students. Applicants must be current first-year, full or part-time (attending first-year classes) law
students who are students of color, members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer
(LGBTQ) community, disabled, or whose background or experience would otherwise contribute to the
diversity of the legal profession.
Awards: $30,000 to be divided equally among three first-year law student recipients
Contact: Priscilla Zaccalini at pzaccalini@fbm.com
Website: http://www.fbm.com/diversity_scholarship_program/
Finnegan Diversity Scholarship

The Finnegan Diversity Scholarship provides financial support to qualified minority students who
demonstrate commitment to pursuing a career in intellectual property law. The Scholarship award of
$15,000 may be applied to costs associated with normal tuition; usual fees (such as, but not limited to,
student activity fees, law school or university fees, and administrative fees); and patent bar review
course. The scholarship recipient will also join the firm as a summer associate in one of its domestic
offices (Atlanta, GA; Cambridge, MA; Palo Alto, CA; Reston, VA; or Washington, D.C.).
Award: $15,000
Website:
http://www.finnegan.com/finneganacceptingapplicationsfor2015_2016diversityscholarship/
Frederickson & Byron Foundation Minority Scholarship
The Foundation provides tuition support to selected minority applicants. Scholarship recipients will be
chosen from among first-year law students only. The Foundation seeks students who are interested in
entering private practice, especially in the Upper Midwest, when they complete their legal education.
Deadline: March 31
Awards: Two $5,000 scholarships
Contact: Fredrikson & Byron, P.A.
Attn. Greta M. Larson
4000 Pillsbury Center
200 South Sixth Street
Minneapolis, MN 55402-1425
Phone: 612-492-7000
Email: glarson@fredlaw.com
Website: www.fredlaw.com/firm/scholarship.htm

George A. Strait Minority Scholarship Endowment
This stipend is awarded to college graduates with law library experience who are members of a minority
group as defined by current U.S. government guidelines and are degree candidates in accredited library
or law schools. Application available online.
Deadline: April 1
Award: $3,500
Contact: American Association of Law Libraries
Chair, Scholarships Committee
53 W. Jackson Blvd., Ste. 940
Chicago, IL 60604
Phone: 312-939-4764, ext. 10
Website: www.aallnet.org/services/scholarships.asp
Iranian-American Bar Association (IABA) Scholarship
The IABA Foundation grants one or more scholarships each year to law students who have
demonstrated a commitment to the advancement of the Iranian-American community. Applicants must:
be of Iranian-American heritage; be enrolled in or accepted for enrollment at an ABA accredited law
school; be in a position to accept the scholarship in the school year for which it is being awarded; be a
full-time student; not be receiving full funding for education from another organization.
Award: varies
Contact: scholarship@iaba.org
Website: iaba.us/
Islamic Scholarship Fund

The Islamic Scholarship Fund (ISF) is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) entity whose mission is to address
underrepresentation of American Muslims in the fields and occupations that make public policy and
influence public opinion. It provides academic scholarships to Muslim students who pursue college and
post graduate degrees, including law. Minimum requirements to apply include the following: Muslim or
active member of the Muslim community; enrollment at an accredited university in the U.S. by August
2015; maintaining a minimum 3.0 GPA; a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the U.S.
Deadline: April 14, 2015
Award: variable
Contact: contact@islamicscholarshipfund.org or 650-995-6782
Website: http://islamicscholarshipfund.org/programs/scholarships/
Latham & Watkins Diversity Scholars Program
The Latham & Watkins Diversity Scholars program awards four second-year law students a $10,000
non-renewable scholarship each for use during the third year of law school. The goal of this program is
to increase diversity of law students who want to pursue a career in a global law firm.
Awards: Four $10,000 scholarships
Contact: Elizabeth Krichmar
Email: Elizabeth.Krichmar@lw.com
Website: www.lw.com/Careers.aspx?page=CareersCommitmentToDiversity
Milbank Diversity Scholarships
The firm provides Diversity Scholarships to create opportunities to bring about a more diverse
workplace. Each year, Milbank will name up to five scholarship recipients who will be offered a salaried
summer associate position in one of the firm’s three domestic offices and a $15,000 scholarship to be
distributed at the beginning of a student’s third year of law school. Students who are members of groups

traditionally under-represented in large law firms are encouraged to apply. Factors considered in the
selection include academic achievement, demonstrated leadership ability, excellent writing and
interpersonal skills and a sincere interest in Milbank’s practice. Applications are available on their
website.
Deadline: July 15
Awards: Up to five scholarships
Contact: Milbank
attn: Joanne Dezego, Manager of Recruiting
1 Chase Manhattan Plaza
New York, NY 10005
Phone: 212-530-5687
Fax: 212-822-5687
Email: jdezego@milbank.com
Website: http://www.milbank.com/
Nuclear Age Peace Foundation – Lena Chang Internship Awards
Must be ethnic minority students currently enrolled in undergraduate or graduate course work who can
demonstrate financial need and academic excellence. Application available online.
Deadline: Fall- August 1; Winter/Spring -November 15; Summer – April 1
Award: $2,500 stipend
Contact: Michael Coffey, Youth Outreach Coordinator
Nuclear Age Peace Foundation
Lena Change Internships, Selection Committee
1187 Coast Village Road, Suite 1
Phone: 805 965-3443

Fax: 805 568-0466
Email: Youth@napf.org
Website: www.wagingpeace.org/menu/about/opportunities/internships.htm
Nuclear Age Peace Foundation – Ruth Floyd Internship in International Law & Human Rights
This internship is offered to a select student to perform work in issues related to human rights and
international law. Candidate must be a student who is currently enrolled in an accredited college or
university. This internship is only offered during the summer. Application available online.
Deadline: April 1
Award: $2,500 stipend
Contact: Nuclear Age Peace Foundation
Ruth Floyd Internships, Selection Committe
1187 Coast Village Road, Suite 1
Phone: 805-965-3443
Fax: 805-568-0466
Email: youthg@napf.org
Website: www.wagingpeace.org/menu/about/opportunities/internships.htm
Richard Linn American Inn of the Court Mark T. Banner Scholarship
This scholarship is open to law students pursuing a career in intellectual property law. Applicants must
have entered into a JD program at an ABA-accredited law school in the United States and continue in
that program through Fall semester 2016. Scholarship recipients are selected based on the following
criteria: Commitment to the pursuit of a career in intellectual property law; commitment, qualities and
actions towards ethics, civility and professionalism; academic merit (undergraduate, graduate and law
school); written and oral communication skills; leadership qualities and community involvement;

member of historically underrepresented group in IP Law (including race, sex, ethnicity, sexual
orientation, and disability).
Award: $5,000
Website: http://www.linninn.org/Pages/scholarship.shtml
Ropes & Gray Roscoe Trimmier Jr. Diversity Scholarship
Ropes & Gray will provide up to five outstanding second-year law students with a scholarship to offset
the expenses of their legal education. Scholarship recipients will also get a paid summer associate
position at the firm following the completion of their second year. Eligibility requirements: U.S. citizen
or authorized to work in the United States; member of a historically underrepresented group in the legal
profession; 2L, enrolled in an ABA-accredited law school; outstanding undergraduate and law school
academic achievement.
Deadline: September 15, 2015
Award: $25,000 plus paid summer associate position
Contact: Tracy E. Brown, Director of Strategic Workforce Planning & Diversity at
tracy.brown@ropesgray.com or (617) 951 7644.
Website: https://www.ropesgray.com/legalhiring/The-Culture/Commitment-to-
Diversity/Roscoe-Trimmier-Jr-Diversity-Scholarship.aspx
The Sidney B. Williams, Jr. Intellectual Property Law Scholarship
The purpose of this scholarship is to address the need of intellectual property groups in law firms and
intellectual property law departments in corporations to improve their diversity profiles by increasing
the number of minority candidates. It is intended for students entering or attending law school in Fall
2015. Criteria for selection include demonstrated financial need; academic performance; general factors
such as leadership skills community activities or special accomplishments. Application requirements
include membership in an underrepresented minority group; U.S. citizenship; demonstrated intent to

engage in full-time practice of intellectual property law. Scholarship recipients will be required to join
and maintain membership in the AIPLA (American Intellectual Property Law Association).
Award: $10,000, renewable upon reapplication by student, for up to three academic years
Contact: Deshaundra Walker
Manager, Student Support Programs
Thurgood Marshall College Fund
Phone: (713) 574-4922
Email: deshuandra.walker@tmcfund.org
Website: http://www.aiplef.org/scholars/sidney-b-williams-jr-scholarships/
Townsend and Townsend and Crew LLP Diversity Scholarship Program
This law firm provides scholarships for minorities and women law students at selected schools who are
committed to pursuing a career in patent law. Scholarship recipients are not required to work at
Townsend and Townsend and Crew LLP, although the firm may extend to the recipient an offer of
employment as a summer associate or associate, if it chooses. Financial need is not a consideration for
this scholarship.
Awards: $2,000
Contact: Townsend and Townsend and Crew LLP
Attn: Lindy Yurich
Two Embarcadero Center, Eighth Floor
Website: http://www.townsend.com/

Wiley Manuel Law Foundation Scholarship
Wiley William Manuel (1927-1981) was the first African American California Supreme Court Justice.
Justice Manuel was deeply concerned about the social, economic, and legal problems facing persons of
color. The Foundation awards scholarships to Northern California law students who best exemplify the
qualities of the late Justice Wiley.
Deadline: March
Award: Varies
Contact: Law Offices of George Holland
1970 Broadway, Ste. 1250
Oakland, CA 94612
Phone: 510-465-4100
Womble Carlyle Scholars Programs
Established in 2004, the Womble Carlyle Scholars Program awards scholarships to diverse rising second
year law students who present solid academic credentials, personal achievement outside the school
environment, and significant participation in community service. This program is designed to increase
the participation of underrepresented groups in the bar. The scholarship is awarded to diverse law
students at schools in most of the states in which the firm has offices.
In addition to the scholarship, an offer of summer employment as a Summer Associate in one of the
firm’s eleven offices is extended to the Scholar after his/her second year of law school. The Scholar may
choose to work at the firm all, half(at least six weeks), or none of the summer. The firm will determine in
which office the Scholar works, but every effort will be made to satisfy the Scholar’s office preference.
Scholar salaries during the summer will be the same as the firm’s other Summer Associates in each
office.
The scholarship application consists of two parts and may be submitted separately. A complete

application, cover letter and resume are to be submitted by May 15. The final portion of the scholarship
application is due by Tuesday, July 7.
Deadline: May 15
Award: $4,000
Contact: Gloria Agard, Director of Diversity & Workplace Initiatives,
Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice, PPLC
Phone: 336.728.7055
Fax: 336.733.8306
Email: gagard@wcsr.com
Website and Application: http://www.wcsr.com/default9421.html?id=79r
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Scholarships for African-American Students
Black Lawyers Association of Cincinnati (BLAC) Scholarship
The William McClain Scholarship is offered to an African-American student attending any ABA
accredited law school who is a Cincinnati, Ohio resident and has demonstrated leadership skills, a
commitment to the Cincinnati community and financial need.
Deadline: Postmarked by March 9 if sent by mail, or March 11 if sent by e-mail
Award: Equal to or greater than $2,000
Contact: Bernice L. Walker, Chairperson
Address: BLAC Scholarship Committee, PO Box 3181,
Cincinnati, OH 45201-3181

Phone: 513.946.4323
Email: blwalke@msn.com (preferred contact)
Website and Application: http://www.cincinnatiblac.org/lawstudents.html
Black Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles Scholarship
Eligibility is limited to second- and third-year full-time law students and fourth-year law students
enrolled in night programs. Applicants must be attending an accredited law school or have passed the
California first-year students’ examination. The Black Women Lawyers Association awards its
scholarships and bar grants on the basis of financial need, community service, academic achievement
and legal writing ability. Successful candidates should expect to practice in the Southern California area.
Application available online.
Deadline: April 7
Award: Variable
Contact: Black Women Lawyers Association
Nicole Hancock
c/o Scholarship Selection Committee
11755 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 2240
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Phone: 310 229-9800
Email: kpointer@lpclawyers.com
Website: http://www.blackwomenlawyersla.org/
Earl Warren Scholarship
The scholarship opportunity from the NCAAP Legal Defense and Educational Fund (LDF) is awarded

annually to rising law students whose commitment to social justice reveals outstanding potential for
training as civil rights and public interest attorneys. Preference is generally given to law students
entering their first year of full-time legal study at an accredited law school. Eligibility requirements are:
U.S. Citizen; college graduate or enrolled in final year of college/university; record of academic
achievement; demonstrated and an ongoing commitment to racial justice. In addition to financial
assistance, Earl Warren scholars are given two unique opportunities: (1) an LDF internship, externship,
or guided research project-competitive positions that are sought out by dozens of students every year,
and (2) an invitation to LDF’s Civil Rights Training Institute, an invitation-only annual civil rights
conference that brings together civil rights advocates, scholars, and attorneys to discuss strategies and
to network.
Deadline: June 30,2015
Award: $10,000 per year for three years (as long as scholars remain in good academic standing)
Contact: scholarships@naacpldf.org or 212-965-2225
Website: http://www.naacpldf.org/earl-warren-scholarships
John M. Langston Bar Association Scholarship
The John M. Langston Bar Association is the largest African-American bar association in Los Angeles.
Langston’s mission is to provide a source of networks, support, and mentorship for African-American
attorneys. Each year, Langston sponsors various workshops to address the needs of African-American
attorneys and provides scholarships to qualified law students and bar grants for law school graduates.
Deadline: January 7
Award: Varies
Contact: Rupert A. Byrdsong, Esq.
Flower Street, #1800, Los Angeles, CA 90071
Phone: 213 489-0028
Fax: 213 489-0552

Email: rbyrdsong@imwlaw.com
Address: John M. Langston Scholarship Committee,
Ivie, Mc Neill & Wyatt, 444 South
NAACP Agnes Jones Jackson Scholarship
This scholarship is open to current members of the NAACP. Applicant must be a citizen of the U.S. and
be enrolled in an accredited college in the U.S. Graduate applicant may be full or part-time student
possessing a 3.0 average on a 4.0 system. Applicant must not have reached the age of 25 by the
deadline. Requests for a scholarship packet must be made in writing to the address below. Please
contact your local NAACP branch for further information.
Deadline: Last Friday of March
Award: $2,500
Contact: The United Negro College Fund
Scholarships and Grants Administration
8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive
Attn: Kimberly Hall
Fairfax, VA 22031
Phone: 703-205-3400
Website: www.naacp.org/work/education/eduscholarship.shtml
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Scholarships for Asian-American Students

AABA Law Foundation Scholarship
This scholarship was established by the Asian American Bar Association of the Greater Bay Area
(AABA) to recognize deserving law students who have demonstrated a strong commitment to serving
the needs of Asian-American communities. Applicants must present proof of enrollment in an
accredited Northern California law school and appear before the selection committee.
Award: Variable
Contact: Annette K. Mathai-Jackson, Email: amathai-jackson@hansonbridgett.com
Website: http://www.aaba-bay.com/law-students/scholarships/
APABA Silicon Valley Equal Justice Scholarship
This scholarship from the Asian Pacific American Bar Association of Silicon Valley (“APABA-SV”) is
funded by Lee Tran & Liang. The purpose of this scholarship is to recognize law students in the greater
Bay Area who have: overcome personal hardships or challenges; shown excellence and achievement in
law school; demonstrated leadership and service to the Asian Pacific American community. Although
not required, strong preference will be given to those law students who interned this past summer or
will be interning next summer at a non-profit organization that serves the Asian Pacific American
community and who show financial need.
Deadline: 5:00 p.m. on September 9, 2015
Awards: Two scholarships of $5,000 each
Contact: apabasv@gmail.com
Website: http://www.apabasv.com/awards-scholarships
APABA Silicon Valley and BALIF Joint Scholarship
This is a special joint scholarship from the Asian Pacific American Bar Association of Silicon Valley
(“APABA-SV Charity”) and the Bay Area Lawyers for Individual Freedom (“BALIF”), for law students with

a demonstrated commitment to the Asian Pacific American and LGBT communities. The purpose of this
scholarship is to recognize law students in the greater Bay Area who have shown excellence and
achievement in law school; overcome personal hardships and challenges; demonstrated leadership and
service to the Asian Pacific and LGBT communities.
Deadline: 5:00 p.m. on September 9, 2015
Awards: One joint scholarship of $3,000
Contact: apabasv@gmail.com
Website: http://www.apabasv.com/awards-scholarships
Filipino Bar Association of Northern California (FBANC) Scholarships
Each year, FBANC presents scholarships to qualified law student members who have shown a
commitment to issues involving the Filipino American Community. Applicants must be current law
students in good academic standing.
Awards: Two $2,500 scholarships, one $3,000 scholarship and one $5,000 scholarship
Contact: Maria Segarra at msegarra@apilegaloutreach.org
Website and Application: http://fbanc.org/2015/03/11/fbanc-foundation-legal-scholarships-
due-march-31-2015-at-500-p-m/
Infinity Law Group’s Asian Heritage Law School Scholarship
This new annual scholarship is for law students of Asian heritage, with at least one parent of Asian
ancestry, open to current law students or to students who are accepted and will be attending their first
year of law school in the fall of the same year following the application. Recipients must be a U.S. citizen
or otherwise authorized to work in the United States. Candidates are asked to write a short essay
describing how their background and experiences in the Asian American Community influenced their
choice to go to law school and how the plan to use their law degree.

Award: $1,000
Website: http://www.infinlaw.com/scholarship/
Japanese American Bar Association Educational Foundation (JEF) Scholarships
The Japanese American Bar Association Foundation offers one or more scholarships each year to law
students. The basic criteria for each scholarship are:
1) service in the Asian Pacific American community; 2) financial need; 3) overcoming adversity; 4)
academic achievement; and 5) desire to practice law in the Southern Californa area.
Award: Four scholarships, $2,000 each
Contact: E-mail JEFscholarship@gmail.com
Website: www.jabaonline.org/scholarships/
Japanese American Citizens League (JACL) National Scholarship Awards
The league offers three separate scholarships: the Thomas T. Hayashi Memorial Scholarship, the Sho
Sato Memorial Scholarship, and the Abe and Esther Hagiwara Student Aid Award, which provides
financial assistance to a student who otherwise would have to delay or terminate his or her education
because of a lack of financing. Only applicants who exhibit severe financial need will be considered for
the Hagiwara award.
Applicants must be active JACL members who are planning to attend law school in the fall. Applications
are available online or by sending a self addressed and stamped #10 envelope to the address below.
Deadline: April 1
Awards: Variable
Contact: JACL

attn: Patty Wada
1765 Sutter St.
Phone: 415-345-1075
Email: pwada@jacl.org
Website: http://www.jacl.org/edu/scholar.htm
National Asian Pacific American Bar Association Law Foundation Scholarship
Thesescholarships are awarded each fall to law students who demonstrate a commitment to serve the
Asian Pacific American community. The Foundation considers all of the materials submitted by the
applicant, with particular weight given to the applicant’s essay. Letters of recommendation should be
furnished by individuals who can provide relevant information and who can be contacted by the
Foundation.
The NAPABA foundation considers factors including, but not limited to, the applicant’s:
1) demonstrated commitment to and interest in pro bono, public interest and/or public service legal
work;
2) financial need;
3) leadership potential;
4) maturity and responsibility; and
5) commitment to serving the needs of the Asian Pacific American community.
Deadline: September
Award: Variable
Contact: NAPABA Law Foundation
1612 K Street NW
Suite 1400

Washington, D.C . 20006
Email: nlfstaff@napaba.org
Website: http://www.napaba.org/
Vietnamese American Bar Association of Northern California Law Foundation Public Interest Fellowship
The Vietnamese American Bar Association of Northern California (VABANC) Law Foundation accepts
applications from 3Ls and recent law graduates for this Fellowship. Created in 2010, the program funds
one law graduate for the duration of one (1) year to provide legal services and advocacy for the
Vietnamese American community and/or other underserved, under-resourced communities. For the
2015 application year, the recipient will receive $50,000 towards this goal. The grant period is to begin
either immediately (or at a date agreed upon by the fellowship recipient and VABANC Law Foundation),
or beginning in the Fall of the award year.
Deadline: October 17, 2014
Award: $50,000
Email: vlf.fellowship@gmail.com
Website: http://www.vabanc.org/navigation-menu/law-foundation/
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Scholarships for Mexican-American, Hispanic & Latino Students
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute Scholarship Awards
CHCI awards scholarships to Latino students who have a history of performing public and/or
community service activities in their communities and who plan to continue contributing in the future.
Students with excellent leadership potential are encouraged to apply. Applications are available online.

Students with excellent leadership potential are encouraged to apply. Applications are available online.
Deadline: March 1
Award: $2500
Contact: CHCI
911 2nd Street, NE
Washington, DC 20002
Website: www.chci.org/chciyouth/scholarship/scholarshipawards.htm
Esperanza Scholarship Fund
Applicant must be an Ohio resident and have at least one parent who is fully Hispanic. Applicant must
demonstrate financial need and is requied to participate in an interview with Esperanza’s Scholarship
Selection Committee if selected as a semi-finalist.
Deadline: TBA
Award: $500 – $1,500
Contact: Esperanza, Inc.
May Dugan Community Center
4115 Bridge Avenue, Suite 107
Cleveland, OH 44113
Phone: (216) 651-7178
Email: hopefed@aol.com
Website: http://www.esperanzainc.com/
Hispanic Scholarship Fund – College Scholarship Program
Applicants must be full-time students with a GPA of 2.7 or above, be either a U.S. citizen or a legal

permanent resident, and be of Hispanic heritage (one parent fully Hispanic or each parent half
Hispanic). Applications are evaluated on academic achievement, personal statement and financial need.
Deadline: August 1-October 15
Awards: $1000-$5,000
Contact: Hispanic Scholarship Fund
55 Second Street, Suite 1500
Phone: (877) 473-4636
Email: scholar1@hsf.net
Website: www.hsf.net/scholarship/programs/collete.php
La Raza Lawyers Association-Central Valley Chapter- Hon. Mario G. Olmos Memorial Scholarship
Since 1980 the La Raza Lawyers Association of Fresno has awarded scholarships to deserving law
students who have demonstrated academic achievement, leadership qualities, and involvement in the
Latino community, financial need, and ties to California’s Central Valley. Since 1991 the scholarship fund
has been dedicated to the memory of the late Superior Court Judge Mario G. Olmos, a Fresno county
jurist and respected community leader. Presently enrolled law students in their first, second, third or
fourth year of legal study are eligible to apply for this scholarship. In order to receive their awards,
recipients are expected to be present at the annual banquet to be held this year in Fresno on April 10,
2015. Each recipient will receive a complimentary entry to the banquet for themselves and one guest.
Awards: Variable (most recently in the range of $1,000 – $3,000)
Contact: Juan Ramirez at Juan-f-r@comcast.net (e-mail preferred) or tel. (559) 679-9507
Website: http://larazalaw.com/
Application: http://larazalaw.com/events/banquet.html

La Raza Lawyers Association of Santa Clara County
La Raza Lawyers Association of Santa Clara County provides scholarships to encourage and advance the
social, cultural, economic and legal equality of minorities. The scholarships are available to La Raza
students who (1) are from the Bay Area; or (2) attend Santa Clara University, Lincoln, UC Berkeley, USF,
UC Hastings, Stanford, Golden Gate University, UC Davis, or McGeorge Schools of Law. In addition, the
Association will consider activities such as, but not limited to, community involvement, peer counseling,
school activities and financial need.
Award: $1,500 to $2,500
Contact: LRLA Scholarship Chair
PO Box 30
San Jose, CA 95103
Email: larazalawyers@yahoo.com
Website: http://www.larazalawyers-santaclara.com/
LULAC National Educational Service Center Scholarship
This scholarship is offered by the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC). Applicants must be
Hispanic students. Awards are given to all fields of study and are based on merit, achievement, honors
and need. Contact the scholarship committee of a participating local LULAC Council in your community
to request a scholarship application.
Deadline: March 31
Awards: $250 to $1,000
Contact: LULAC Council 2862
PO Box 1294
Sacramento, CA 95812-1294

Website: www.lulac.org/Programs/Scholar.html
Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund (MALDEF)
Open to full-time law students of Hispanic descent accepted to or enrolled in an accredited law school.
Applicants must show a commitment to serving the Latino community after graduation and demonstrate
financial need and academic achievement.
Deadline: October 1
Award: $3,000-$7,000
Contact: MALDEF Law School Scholarship Program
634 S. Spring Street, 11th Floor
Phone: (213) 629-2512
Website: http://www.maldef.org/
Puerto Rican Legal Defense and Educational Fund
The fund offers awards from two scholarship endowments:
1. The Father Joseph P. Fitzpatrick Scholarship Fund
All Latino students attending a U.S. law school are eligible to apply. Applicants must demonstrate
financial need and academic promise as well as a commitment to the Latino community. (This
scholarship may not be available this year.)
2. Puerto Rican Bar Association Scholarship Award
All Latino students attending law school in the U.S. are eligible to apply. Applicants must be 1L or 2L
students in a JD program at an ABA approved law school (no LLM students). PRBA selects recipients
based on financial need and academic promise.

Deadline: February 28 (PRBA)
Awards: Fitzpatrick: four at $1,500; PRBA: $2,000
Contact: PRBA Scholarship Fund
c/o PRLDEF, Attn: Maritza Maldonado
99 Hudson Street, 14th Floor
New York, NY 10013-2815
Phone: (212) 739-7517
Fax: (212) 431-4276
Email: education@prldef.org
Website: http://www.prldef.org/testing/legal_education/scholarships.html
Download the Applicaton (PRBA)
Vikki Carr Scholarship
The scholarship is open to legal U.S. residents. Applicants must be Texas residents between 17 and 22
years old and of Latino heritage.
Deadline: March 1
Award: Contact agency
Contact: Vikki Carr Scholarship Foundation
Scholarship Coordinator
PO Box 780968
San Antonio, TX 78278
Website: http://www.vcsf.net/
Wally Davis Memorial Legal Scholarship Fund/Hispanic Education Endowment Fund (HEEF)

HEEF is interested in students who demonstrate a commitment to serving their communities with a
social conscience. Priority is given to applicants from California’s Orange County who are of Latino
origin and demonstrate involvement in the Latino community and school. The Wally Davis Memorial
Legal Scholarship is awarded annually to law students.
Deadline: August 3
Award: Variable
Contact: Wally Davis Memorial Legal
Scholarship Fund/HEEF
c/o John J. Isaza
4 Park Plaza, Ste. 1230
Irvine, CA 92614
Website: http://www.heef.org/
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Scholarships for Native-American Students
American Indian Graduate Center Fellowships
These awards are granted to assist Native American and Alaskan Native students from federally
recognized tribes pursuing Master’s, Doctorate, and professional degrees in all fields. Applicants must
demonstrate financial need. Contact AIGC for an application packet which is available January through
May. Fellowships are awarded to applicants to the extent that funds are available.
Deadline: June 2
Awards: Up to $3,000

Contact: American Indian Graduate Center
4520 Montgomery Blvd. NE, Ste. 1B
Albuquerque, NM 87109
Phone: 505-881-4584
Fax: 505-884-0427
Email: marveline@aigc.com
Website: aigc.com
Bureau of Indian Affairs Scholarship
To be eligible applicants must be admitted for enrollment at an accredited institution of higher
education. Those residing near or within the exterior boundary of an Indian reservation or living on trust
or restricted land under jurisdiction of the Bureau of Indian Affairs will receive priority.
Deadlines: Fall term July 15; spring term December 15
Awards: Contact agency
Contact: Bureau of Indian Affairs
Office of Indian Education
2800 Cottage Way
Sacramento, CA 95825
Phone: 916-978-6058
Indian Education Program
The program provides assistance for graduate study in education, law and medicine.
Deadline: Contact agency
Contact: OIE Fellowship Program

FOB-6, Department of Education
600 Independence Ave. SW
Phone: 202-401-2000
National Society of Daughters of the American Revolution–American Indians Committee
Applicants must be Native Americans with financial need who have a GPA of at least 2.75. To receive the
scholarship application you must send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to Committees Services,
American Indian Scholarship, 1776 D Street NW, Washington, DC 2006-5305. Applications should be
returned to the address below.
Deadlines: Fall term April 1; Spring term October 1
Award: $500
Contact: Charlotte F. Eggler, National Vice Chairman
American Indian Scholarship
8015 Crestwood Drive
Boise, ID 83704-3024
Phone: 208-875-1086
Email: CEGGMSNCOM@MSN.COM
Oneida Higher Education
Financial aid is provided to students who are enrolled members of the Oneida Tribe of Indians of
Wisconsin attending accredited institutions.
Deadlines: Fall term April 15; Spring term October 1
Awards: Up to $20,000/academic year
Contact: Oneida Higher Education

PO Box 365
Oneida, WI 54155
Phone: 800 236-2214 ext 4033
Fax: 920-869-4039
Website: http://www.oneidanation.org/
Osage Tribal Education Committee
Applicants must prove Osage Indian blood, be enrolled in an accredited college and submit a completed
application. Law students are eligible for this scholarship program. Students must apply each semester
for continuous funding.
Deadlines: Summer – May 1: Fall – July 1: Spring – December 31
Contact: Oklahoma Area Education Office
4149 Highline Blvd., Ste. 380
Oklahoma City, OK 73108
Phone: 405-605-6051 ext 300
Osage Tribla Higher Education Scholarship Grant
The Osage Tribal Higher Education Scholarship Grant is available to any Osage member attending any
college or university. The Higher Education Grant Award varies according to an academic point system
for each applicant. Undergraduates and Graduates are eligible. The scholarship packet may be request
by calling the number below.
Deadline: Summer – May 1; Fall- August 1; Spring – December 31
Award: Variable
Contact: Osage Tribal Education Department

PO Box 1270
255 Senior Drive
Pawhuska, OK 74056
Phone: 800 390-6724
918 287-4525
Fax: 918 287-2416
Website: www.osagetribe.com/ho-way.htm
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Scholarships for Jewish Students
Jewish Family and Children’s Services
Applicants must be accepted to a college, university, vocational school or other accredited institution
and be Jewish residents of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin or Sonoma Counties for one year prior to
applying. Application is available online.
Deadline: Contact agency
Award: Up to $6,000
Contact: Financial Aid Center
Jewish Family and Children’s Services
Attn. Eric Singer
The Miriam Schultz Grunfeld Professional Building
2150 Post Street
Phone: 415-449-1226
Email: Erks@jfcs.org

Website: http://www.jfcs.org/Services/Financial_Aid_and_Assistance/
JVS Scholarship Fund
The JVS Scholarship is available to Jewish students with verifiable financial need who are legal and
permanent residents of Los Angeles County. Primary criterion for scholarship selection is financial need.
Jewish community involvement and community service are also considered. Financial need is verified by
federal income tax returns. A personal interview is necessary for eligible new applicants. All applicants
are required to file a “Free Application for Federal Student Aid” (FAFSA) in January. Scholarship
applications will be available on January 3.
Deadline: March 15
Award: Ranging from $500 to $5,000 (renewable)
Contact: Attn. Hilary Mandel
JVS Scholarship Fund
Jewish Vocational Service
6505 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 200
Phone: 323-761-8888 ext 8868
Email: scholarship@jvsla.org
Fax: 323-671-8575
Website: http://www.jvsla.org/
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Scholarships for Disabled Students
American Council of the Blind Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to legally blind applicants admitted for study at any accredited college for
any level or kind of study, including vocational study. Contact American Council of the Blind in
September to request more information, including criteria.
Deadline: March 14
Award: Variable
Contact: American Council of the Blind
attn: Terry Pacheco
1155 15th St. NW, Ste. 1004
Phone: 202-467-5081 or 800-424-8666
Fax: 202-467-5085
Email: altinfo@acb.org
Website: http://www.acb.org/
American Foundation for the Blind Scholarship
The foundation offers scholarships including the Karen Carsel Memorial Scholarship awarded to a full-
time graduate student who is legally blind.
Award: $1,000
Contact: AFB Information Center Toll Free (800) 232-5463
Website: https://www.afb.org/info/afb-2015-scholarship-application/5
Chicago Injury Center’s Disabled Veterans Scholarship
The Chicago Injury Center believes in helping those who have courageously served our country. The
firm is proud to offer a series of scholarships available to disabled veterans enrolled college, including
students in a graduate course of study. These scholarships will be available annually and will follow the

deadlines and other requirements as stated on its web site.
Deadline: June 1, 2015
Award: $1000 (1), $500 (1) and $250 (2)
Website: http://chicagoinjurycenter.com/cic-veteran-scholarship-fund/
Essex County Bar Association (ECBA) Biunno Scholarship
Every year the Essex County Bar Foundation offers a scholarship in memory of Joseph J. and Vincent P.
Biunno. The scholarships are designed to offer financial assistance to persons with disabilities who are
currently attending law school. For purposes of the scholarship, a disability is limited to a permanent
physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one of more of the major life activities of the
individual having such an impairment. Persons wishing to apply for the scholarship will need to
demonstrate a permanent disability consistent with the criterion outlined above and demonstrate
financial need, law school achievement and commitment to practice law. Those with connections to
New Jersey receive preference.
Deadline: May 7
Email: info@essexbar.com
Phone: 973-622-6207
Website and Application: www.essexbar.com
National Association of the Deaf William C. Stokoe Scholarship
The scholarship is limited to deaf students who have graduated from a four-year college program and
are pursuing part- or full-time graduate studies in a field related to sign language or the deaf community
or who are developing a special project on one of these topics. Applications are available online or by
sending a self addressed and stamped #10 envelope to the address below.

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