Are you ready to champion justice and equality through your legal studies? We’re thrilled to introduce the ‘In Defense of Justice’ Scholarship, a prestigious award aimed at supporting aspiring legal professionals dedicated to upholding the principles of fairness, equity, and inclusivity. With a generous award amount of $3,000, this scholarship serves as a beacon of hope for students who are passionate about making a tangible difference in the legal profession and their communities.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
To apply for this scholarship, you must be admitted and/or currently attending an accredited law school located in the United States. A minimum 3.0 GPA is required.
PROMPT:
In 500 words or less, submit a personal statement using one of the following prompts:
- How will you use your degree to promote equity and inclusion in the legal profession or your community at large?
- What inspires you to study law?
- What does justice mean to you?
One (1) winner will be selected and awarded $3,000 to put towards their law school tuition.
SUBMISSIONS MUST INCLUDE:
- First / Last Name
- Phone #
- Email Address
- Mailing Address
- Name of the Law School You Are/Plan on Attending
- Proof of enrollment at the school
- Resume
- Compelling personal statement with 500 words or less about one topic described above.
DEADLINE:
December 15th, 2024
QUESTIONS?
Direct all questions to scholarship@mrjustice.com.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
WHAT IS THE DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION?
December 15th, 2024
WHEN WILL THE WINNER BE SELECTED AND NOTIFIED?
A winner will be selected and contacted by the email address provided on December 31st, 2024.
HOW MANY WINNERS WILL BE SELECTED FOR THIS SCHOLARSHIP CONTEST?
One (1) winner will be selected and awarded $3,000 to put towards their law school tuition.