Elite Lawyer Scholarship
Who Can Apply?
You are eligible for the Scholarship 2026 Elite Lawyer Scholarship if:
You are currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at an accredited U.S. college or university
Your education will continue through at least the Spring 2026 semester
You are a U.S. citizen
You are at least 18 years old
You have a current GPA of at least 3.0
How to Apply
In order to be considered, you must submit either a 500-word essay or a 2-minute video presentation in response to the following question:
What positive change are you working to bring to your community this year?
Along with your essay or video, you must submit your name, date of birth, mailing address, email address, phone number, proof of enrollment, unofficial transcripts, and a professional photograph of yourself (image must be .jpg format).
The deadline to apply is December 22, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. Only one submission per applicant is allowed.
Judging Criteria
Our selection committee will review all applications and select a winner based on:
1
A clear passion for making a difference in your community
2
Quality of communication, including organization and clarity
3
Thoughtfulness, originality, and creativity
The winner will be notified by January 22, 2026. Scholarship winners consent to the use of their name, likeness, and essay or video on our website and other Elite Lawyer marketing channels.
*DISCLAIMER: *We mail the check directly from our office to the winner’s financial aid office. Once we have mailed the check, it is the school’s responsibility to distribute the check to the student’s account. For late checks, contact the university as they are likely delaying the process.
- Award
- $1000
- Scopes
- External Scholarship Opportunities
- Deadline
- 12/22/2025