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ABA Legal Opportunity Scholarship

American Bar Association

Award
$15,000 total over 3 years
Country
United States
Deadline
March
Institution
American Bar Association

Postgraduate

United States

About This Scholarship

The American Bar Association Legal Opportunity Scholarship supports racially and ethnically diverse students attending accredited US law schools. The scholarship provides $15,000 over three years to selected students who demonstrate a commitment to a legal career. Recipients participate in annual ABA meetings and legal education programming, gaining exposure to the legal profession's senior leadership. The programme was established to increase diversity in the legal profession, which remains one of the least diverse of all professional fields in the United States.

Eligibility Requirements

First-year law students at ABA-accredited schools; racially and ethnically diverse applicants; financial need

Who Can Apply
Target Group Diverse First-Year Law Students
Subject Area Law
Degree Level Postgraduate
How to Apply
  1. Review the eligibility requirements above to confirm you qualify.
  2. Prepare all required documents — transcripts, reference letters, personal statement.
  3. Visit the official provider website using the Apply Now button below.
  4. Complete and submit the application form before the deadline.
  5. Keep a copy of your submission confirmation.
Apply Now — Official Website