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5 Tips for getting the most out of a scholarship search

  1. The time to start researching scholarships is now! There are many kinds of resources available. Check out the Web, your local library, college, financial aid offices, civic organizations places of employment or where you do volunteer work.
  2. Scholarships are available to students of all backgrounds, abilities, and levels. They are not limited to undergraduates, students with high academic averages, or those who can demonstrate financial need.
  3. Scholarship committees look favorably upon students who participate in extracurricular activities or do volunteer work. Group activities promote leadership qualities, communication skills, purpose, and commitment.
  4. Most scholarship applications require a written personal statement discussing your background, accomplishments and goals. This statement can set you apart from other applicants. Get started composing your personal statement now.
  5. Ask for letters of recommendation well in advance, and discuss the kind of information needed in the letter. It's important that your letters come from reliable sources, are written on company or institutional letterhead and are not form letters.

Outside Scholarships

Kadzai Law Group, LLC First Generation College Student Scholarship

$2,500

To recognize the resilience required to be a first-generation college student, Attorney David Kadzai's firm created the First Generation College Student Scholarship aimed at making higher education more accessible.

You must be a first-generation college student. You must be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at an accredited college or university within the United States. You must be a permanent resident or citizen of the United States.

Deadline: March 30, 2026

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The Law Place - Law School Scholarship

$2,500

The Law Place has decided to offer a scholarship to one student who can demonstrate to us their dedication and appreciation of what studying law means to them. We want to help ease the financial burden of the next generation of law students.

Enrolled or accepted into law school. Legal resident of U.S.

Deadline: May 15, 2026

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Scrofano Law PC Aspiring Public Defender Scholarship

$1,500

Working as a public defender is one of the highest callings in the legal profession. To give back to the legal community and express our admiration and appreciation to those who aspire to fight for the underdog, we have created a scholarship for law students interested in pursuing a career as a public defender.

1L or 2L. Interest in legal career representing individuals rather than institutions. Employed in a summer position at a public defender's office.

Deadline: June 1, 2026

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Next Gen Scholars Program

$50,000

Applications for the inaugural Next Gen cohort will open January 28, 2026. Eligible applicants must have applied to an accredited California law school for Fall 2026, intend to practice law in California, demonstrate financial need, and submit a complete application. Ideal candidates will also show a strong record of commitment to their communities and a clear vision for advancing justice in our state.

Deadline: June 30, 2026

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Kash Legal Future of Justice Scholarship

$1,500

As a premier California law firm, we are committed to supporting the next generation of lawyers. We believe financial barriers should never limit exceptional students. This scholarship helps ease monetary pressures so future attorneys can focus on their studies and goals.

Current 1L, 2L, or 3L at an accredited California Law School. Minimum of 3.0 GPA. Demonstrated commitment of justice through experience. U.S Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Deadline: June 30, 2026

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