Law Scholarships

Explore law scholarships for pre-law students, law school applicants, current J.D. students, paralegal students, legal studies majors, and students interested in public interest, civil rights, policy, advocacy, or legal service careers. Compare deadlines, eligibility details, award amounts, essays, and school-level requirements before applying.

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Available Law scholarships

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Hundred Club Law Enforcement/ Paramedic Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is $1,500. Plan to apply by May 1, 2026.

$1,500

Award Amount

May 1, 2026

1 day left

7 requirements

Requirements

LawSafetyFew RequirementsHigh SchoolUndergraduateCommunity CollegeGPA 2.5+ILIllinois
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Missouri Education and Training Voucher Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is 5,000. Plan to apply by 6/30/2026.

$5,000

Award Amount

Jun 30, 2026

61 days left

1 requirement

Requirements

EducationLawFew RequirementsFoster YouthFinancial NeedHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduateCommunity CollegeMOMissouri
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Tuition and Fee Exemption – Children of Purple Heart Recipients

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is $5,000. Plan to apply by June 30, 2026.

$5,000

Award Amount

Direct to student

Jun 30, 2026

61 days left

6 requirements

Requirements

EducationMedicineLawFew RequirementsVeteransUndergraduatePhDGraduateDirect to studentGPA 2.0+INIndiana
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Alexa M. Duran Memorial First Generation Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is 5,000. Plan to apply by 12/31/2026.

$5,000

Award Amount

Dec 31, 2026

245 days left

1 requirement

Requirements

STEMLawFew RequirementsFirst-GenerationFinancial NeedUndergraduateGraduateGPA 3.0+FLFlorida
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Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is $1,000. Plan to apply by May 1, 2026.

$1,000

Award Amount

May 1, 2026

1 day left

3 requirements

Requirements

LawFew RequirementsFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolGPA 2.0+OHOhio
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Eastern Illinois Law Enforcement Administrators Association Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is $1,000. Plan to apply by May 1, 2026.

$1,000

Award Amount

May 1, 2026

1 day left

6 requirements

Requirements

LawSafetyFew RequirementsUndergraduateCommunity CollegeGPA 2.5+ILIllinois
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Rudy and Margaret Minton Memorial Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is $1,000. Plan to apply by May 1, 2026.

$1,000

Award Amount

May 1, 2026

1 day left

6 requirements

Requirements

EducationLawCommunitySafetyFew RequirementsHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateCommunity CollegeGPA 2.5+ILIllinois
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J. Douglas First Amendment Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $5000. Plan to apply by May 30, 2026.

59 applicants

$5,000

Award Amount

May 30, 2026

30 days left

2 requirements

Requirements

EducationLawFew RequirementsWomenAfrican AmericanInternational StudentsHispanicHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduatePhDGPA 3.5+
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Margot Bogner Memorial Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $5000. Plan to apply by June 1, 2026.

12 applicants

Recurring

$5,000

Award Amount

Jun 1, 2026

32 days left

2 requirements

Requirements

EducationSTEMLawCommunityFew RequirementsWomenHispanicHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduateCommunity CollegeGPA 3.5+CAKSSCTXWAWI

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Frequently asked questions about law scholarships

Who can apply for law scholarships?
Law scholarship eligibility depends on the award. Some scholarships are for current law students, while others support pre-law, legal studies, criminal justice, paralegal, public policy, or students planning to attend law school. Providers may also focus on public interest work, trial advocacy, diversity in the legal profession, local bar association membership, financial need, academic record, or a specific career goal.
What makes a law scholarship application competitive?
A competitive law scholarship application usually connects your academic record with clear motivation for legal study or legal service. Relevant examples can include internships, debate, mock trial, court volunteering, policy work, advocacy, community service, research, writing, or lived experience that shaped your interest in law. For essay-based awards, be specific about the legal issue or community you hope to serve.
Are law scholarships available before law school?
Yes. Some awards are designed for undergraduates considering law school or studying legal studies, political science, criminal justice, public policy, or related fields. Others are reserved for admitted or enrolled law students. If you are not yet in law school, check whether the provider requires proof of admission, current enrollment, LSAT plans, a declared major, or a broader interest in legal careers.

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