Scholarships

Applicants must be:

A US citizen or permanent resident,

Currently enrolled in law or graduate school,

A volunteer in the community.

Must submit:

A 1,000 word essay on the benefits of community service,

A letter of recommendation from a professor who can reference applicant's community service.

Accepted to, or enrolled in an accredited law school in the U.S.

300 to 400 word essay on: "' Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world' - Nelson Mandela. Describe a change you would like to make in the world. Tell us about how you would plan to make that change, and what obstacles you might encounter along the way."

Charles J. Cohen Jewish Bar Association of Michigan Scholarship

(see Phil Krauss in the Student Service Center for application instructions)

Criteria to apply:

Enrolled in an accredited Michigan law school (2L at time of application),

3.0 minimum GPA,

commitment to practicing law in Michigan,

demonstrated history of involvement in the Jewish community.

No essay but a letter of interest, a resume, an official transcripts and 1 or 2 letter(s) of recommendation, are required as part of the application.

Candidate must:

Be enrolled in an accredited college, university or graduate (law) school,

Have a GPA of 3.0 or higher (unofficial transcript required to verify),

Be involved in leadership positions in school and/or the community.

Candidate must submit a 500 to 1000-word essay on one of the following:

What motivated you to seek one of your leadership positions?

What lessons has serving in a leadership role taught you?

What advice would you give to another student about serving in a community leadership position?

1000-word essay answering the following question: "In what way has Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder affected you or why do you have an interest in the topic? How have these challenges or your interest in Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder shaped the future you see for yourself?

Be sure you are addressing Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) and not Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS).

$1,000

Candidates must:

Be enrolled in an accredited college, university or law school,

Be a US citizen,

Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (transcript required),

Be able to demonstrate community involvement.

Candidates must:

Be enrolled in a law school fall 2022,

Provide an academic transcript, or proof of enrollment.

Applicants must:

Be a lawful US permanent resident or citizen,

Be enrolled or accepted at a US law school,

Submit an application and essay,

Not have been a previous winner.

Enrolled in an accredited graduate or law school.

3.0 or higher cumulative GPA.

In good academic standing.

US citizen.

• 18 years of age,
• US citizen,
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (will need to provide proof),
• Enrolled or planning to enroll fall 2022 in an accredited law school,
• be affected (self or family) by leukemia or lymphoma.

Three $3000 scholarships: the Trustee, the Kimberly M. Cahill, and the Philip F. Greco.

Requirements:

Enrolled in a Michigan law school,

Resume,

Academic transcript,

Two letters of recommendation, and

A completed applications.

Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited undergraduate, graduate or professional (law) institution.

Applicants must:

• Be a Michigan resident;
• Be enrolled full time and interested in real estate (real estate law);
• Exemplify character and good citizenship.

Applicants must meet these criteria:

Citizen of the US or permanent resident,

Enrolled fall 2022 (preferably 1L),

3.0 or higher GPA (transcripts required).

Applicants must:

Be a US citizen,

Be enrolled at an undergraduate college or university or law school for the 2022-2023 school year,

Have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0.

Resume and headshot are requested.

Applicants must:

Be enrolled in an accredited undergraduate, graduate or professional (law) institution,

have a 3.0 or higher GPA (unofficial transcripts okay).

Submit a maximum 2,000 word essay on one of the following topics:

How do personal injury attorneys benefit society?

Why is it important for injured individuals to have legal representation?

What poses the biggest personal injury risk for individuals?

What options do injured individuals have, whether legal, physical, etc.?

$5,000

Essay to be published in the South Carolina Law Review

Varies by scholarship.

The Damon J. Keith Scholarship is a merit-based scholarship that is awarded to law students who emulate the type of commitment to social equality and combating racism demonstrated by Judge Keith throughout his career.

The Victoria A. Roberts Scholarship is a merit-based scholarship that is awarded to law students who have ties to Detroit and have demonstrated a commitment to community service and overcoming obstacles.

The Wolverine Bar Foundation Scholarship is awarded to law students who have exhibited leadership and dedication to the community.

Law students of all ages, ethnicities, gender, and racial backgrounds are encouraged to submit applications for these prestigious scholarships.

Applicants must be: in good standing, currently enrolled in law school in the state of Michigan, or from any Michigan resident currently enrolled and in good standing in a law school out-of-state. 

Applicants must submit the online application and upload the following documents: 

• Resume
• Official Law School Transcript and Letter of Good Standing (if not indicated on transcript)
• Personal Statement
• Two (2) letters of recommendation (to be submitted separately by the individual by the recommended)

American Bar Association LGBT Public interest Scholarship

1. Must be either a law student in good standing in an ABA accredited law school, or recent graduate (transcript is required).

2. Have secured an internship or job for Summer 2023 (which may extend beyond Summer) and/or Fall 2023 with a public interest organization engaged in legal or policy work with a direct impact on LGBTQ individuals.

500-word personal statement.

Black Law Student Scholarship (Foray Firm)

Criteria are:

1. African American law student,
2. Demonstrated interest in family law,
3. enrolled in an ABA accredited law school,
4. Member of the BLSA,
5. 3.0 or higher law school GPA,
6. 18 years of age.

5 minute video addressing one of the following prompts:

1. How have your life experiences helped you develop the necessary skills to excel as an attorney in family law?
2. What principles will be important to you in your future legal practice and why?
3. Domestic violence is an issue that affects people regardless of race, class, or culture. How do you hope to approach this issue as an attorney and address the cross-cultural factors that play a role in these cases?

BSP Law Foundation Joel Stern Scholarship

See Phil Krauss in Financial Aid for the application.

500 word essay each on three questions:

How can we work toward a more diverse, equitable and inclusive legal community?

Describe your involvement in your community through charity or volunteer work to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Why do you believe you are a qualified candidate for the BSP Law Joel Stern scholarship?

Candidates must be:

• enrolled in a US law school;
• a student of color;
• interested in working in natural resources or energy law.

The scholarship committee will also consider other factors like leadership and academic performance, though no criteria was given.

• Muslim or active member of the Muslim community
• Enrolled at an accredited university in the U.S. by Fall semester
• Maintaining a minimum 3.0 GPA
• A U.S. citizen or permanent U.S. resident

• Be accepted or enrolled in an accredited law school.
• Be of South American Heritage
• Maintain a minimum 2.9 GPA

• How has your Hispanic heritage shaped your career goals?
• What are the most important issues the Hispanic community are facing today?
• Describe how your experiences have shaped your view on immigration.

August 1 for new law students

June 1 for returning law students

Applicants must be:

• A Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada;
• African Canadian, African, Afro-Caribbean, Afro-Latino or other Black group;
• First Generation college graduate;
• Interested in business law.

• For study in the US, the recipient must meet one of these criteria: Be an international student (US permanent resident, protected under DACA, have a valid visa to study in the US) enrolled as a full-time student.
• For study in Canada, the recipient must meet one of these criteria: Be a Canadian permanent resident, have a valid Canadian study permit

$3,000 (each scholarship)

• How has being a child advocate inspired you to pursue a career in law?
• How has your personal childhood experiences affected your outlook on the legal system?
• How did you become a child advocate?

• Write an essay (not to exceed two typed, single-spaced pages) describing your interest and/or personal experience in disability advocacy
• Submit a creative project focused on the same topic. Examples can include, but are not limited to:
  • Photo projects
  • Video or other multimedia presentations
  • Creative writing
  • Performance Pieces

Paper topics are limited to FDA and regulated agencies’ law and regulation.

Papers should provide an in-depth analysis of a current legal issue concerning food, drugs, animal drugs, biologics, cosmetics, diagnostics, dietary supplements, medical devices, veterinary devices, cannabis, or tobacco. FDLI welcomes the submission of papers prepared for course work, but entrants must pay attention to competition details and edit such papers accordingly.

Students will submit an abstract.

Papers may not exceed 100 pages (double spaced, one-inch margins).

Papers must be unpublished.

Two students from every law school in Michigan will be awarded.

$2000 - First Place

$1500 - Second Place

The winner must be committed to practicing law in Michigan upon graduation.

Outstanding academic performance in the field of healthcare law.

In 2,500 words, analyze and advocate a position. See link for more submission requirements.

Applicants must have a demonstrated interest in, and wish to make a career out of, working in the labor movement and on behalf of workers’ rights.

Each essay is at a maximum of 1000 words each.

Should insurance companies allow customers to stack insurance policies? (see site for further explanation)

Carole Bailey Scholarship

(click on the scholarship in the left hand column - top)

Please answer one of these essay prompt (1000 word essay):

• How did your experience in the military inspire you in your education and career aspirations?  
• How did your military experience prepare you for law school and a career practicing law?

Must be on active duty, be a veteran, or have a spouse or parent who is either.

Must be enrolled in an accredited college, university, graduate school, or law school.

Must have a 3.0 cumulative GPA or higher.

500 to 1000 word essay on any of the following:

• How has being in the military affected your ability to pursue an education?

• What do you wish the American people better understood about military service or military families?

• What sacrifices have you and/or your family made because of military service?

• When you reflect on your/your family member’s military service, what are you most proud of and what are you most grateful for?

Must be a 3L student.

Fellowships are awarded to women who intend to pursue a full-time course of study at accredited U.S. institutions during the fellowship year in one of the designated degree programs where women’s participation traditionally has been low.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.

Applicants must be female, U.S. citizens with primary residence in Oakland, Macomb, Genesee, Livingston, Washtenaw, or Wayne counties.

Applicants must have achieved a minimum GPA of 3.0 and intend to be enrolled for the Fall 2021 term.

As the scholarship can only cover tuition, fees, and books the applicant must demonstrate financial need.