Legal/Policy & Admin scholarships - Jan '25

Updated Jan 30, 2025

Apply below to the best Legal/Policy & Admin scholarships for January 2025.

Get Up To $1,000

Know Your Rights Scholarship

Law • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students

The Know Your Rights Scholarship awards $1,000 to students passionate about criminal law. GPA 3.0+ and essay required.

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Get Up To $250

Martha Wilbers Scholarship Award

Healthcare Administrative • Healthcare-Related • Health/Medical Technology • Health Education • Public Health • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The Martha Wilbers Scholarship offers $250 to CAHIIM-accredited students with a GPA of 2.5 or higher. Learn more on the website!

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Get Up To $1,500

Keeta Arnold Memorial Horticulture Scholarship

Arkansas • Agriculture • Agricultural Science • Biology • Environmental Engineering • Conservation • Environmental Science • Horticulture • Urban Design • Science • Animal Sciences • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students

The Keeta Arnold Memorial Horticulture Scholarship offers $1,500 to Arkansas students in horticulture with a 3.25 GPA. Apply now!

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Get Up To $8,000

AAAS Mass Media Science & Engineering Fellowship

Biology • Physics • Healthcare-Related • Engineering • Computer Science • Information Sciences • Mathematics • Technology • Health/Medical Technology • Social Sciences • Chemistry • Graduate Students • Seniors • Juniors

The AAAS Mass Media Fellowship connects scientists with media, offering $8,000 for journalism roles at top organizations.

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Sam Edelman Memorial Scholarship

For students with disabilities • Oregon • Washington • Montana • Idaho • Alaska • International Relations • Political Science/Government • Social Work • Social Sciences • Sociology • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For Women • For Non-binary students • For Agender students • For Gender-fluid students • For Two-spirit students • Based on your gender • Age • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The Sam Edelman Memorial Scholarship aids trans and gender-diverse students in the Northwest, focusing on social justice and political studies.

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Get Up To $5,000

FCCMA Academic Scholarship

Florida • Political Science/Government • Public Policy & Administration • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students

The FCCMA offers 4 scholarships up to $5,000 for students in Public Administration at Florida institutions.

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Get Up To $4,000

SDSWMA Scholarship

South Dakota • Agriculture • Chemistry • Computer Science • Education • Energy • Engineering • Environmental Science • Geological & Earth Sciences • Business Administration • Accounting • Biology • Operations Management • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The SDSWMA Scholarship awards up to $4,000 to students in South Dakota studying environmental and solid waste management fields.

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Get Up To $10,000

National Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarship Awards

Political Science/Government • Freshmen

Scholarship for U.S. high school seniors pursuing government careers. Essay and recommendations required. Up to $10,000 awarded.

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Sidley Prelaw Scholars Program

Law • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students

The Sidley Prelaw Scholars Program aids college juniors and seniors with financial need in LSAT prep and admissions costs, offering $250+ awards.

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Get Up To $15,000

ISI Richard M. Weaver Fellowship

Education • Teacher Education • Arts • Social Sciences • Graduate Students

The ISI Richard M. Weaver Fellowship provides up to $15,000 for U.S. citizens in graduate programs focused on liberal arts or education.

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Get Up To $3,000

NMCEL Scholarship

New Mexico • Childcare • Education • Health Education • Teacher Education • Teaching • Counseling • Social Work • High school

NMCEL Scholarship provides $3,000 for New Mexico high school seniors pursuing college, especially in education careers.

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Get Up To $250

Wisconsin Professional Police Association Scholarship

Wisconsin • Criminal Justice • Law Enforcement • Political Science/Government • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The Wisconsin Professional Police Association offers a $250 scholarship for residents pursuing degrees in police science or criminal justice.

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Get Up To $10,000

Nationwide Future Leadership Scholarship

Business Administration • Management • Operations Management • Marketing • Finance • Accounting • Business (MBA) • IT/Information Technology • Human Resources • Cybersecurity • Information Sciences • Computer Science • For Black and/or African American students • Sophomores • Freshmen

Nationwide Future Leadership Scholarship offers $12,000/year for Black undergraduates in business-related fields with a 3.0 GPA.

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Get Up To $500

Catherine E. Philbin Scholarship

Massachusetts • Public Health • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students

Catherine E. Philbin Scholarship offers $500+ for MA students in public health. Requires recommendation letter and personal statement.

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Mark Sherman Law Juvenile Justice Scholarship

Law • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors • Graduate Students

The Mark Sherman Law Juvenile Justice Scholarship offers $1,000 to college students or GED holders with a 3.0 GPA interested in juvenile justice.

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Ric Ulrich and Chuck Pischke Scholarship

Alaska • Oregon • Idaho • Montana • Washington • Design/Visual Communications • Game Design • Graphic Design • Interior Design • Urban Design • Arts • Art History • Photography • Film • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students

Apply for the Ric Ulrich and Chuck Pischke Scholarship for visual arts and design. Open to Northwest residents. Award: $250+.

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Holzheimer Memorial Student Scholarship

Public Policy & Administration • Urban Design • Graduate Students

The Holzheimer Memorial Student Scholarship offers $1,500 for Master's students in planning programs with a 2,500-word paper submission.

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Charles E. Peterson Prize Fellowship

Arts • Art History • History • Interior Design • Urban Design • Architecture • Construction • Construction Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • American Studies • Graduate Students

The Charles E. Peterson Prize Fellowship offers $2,500 for graduate students in related fields to contribute to SAH Archipedia.

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UPS/NLF Gold Mountain Scholarships

Law • For Asian students • Graduate Students

The UPS/NLF Gold Mountain Scholarships offer $5,000 to first-generation law students committed to the Asian Pacific American community.

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Get Up To $28,000

Ford Foundation Dissertation Fellowships

Science • American Studies • History • Literature • Social Sciences • Sociology • World Studies • Mathematics • Engineering • Psychology • Biology • Chemistry • Physics • Teacher Education • Teaching • Graduate Students

Ford Foundation Dissertation Fellowships offer $28,000 for Ph.D. or Sc.D. candidates completing research-based dissertations.

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Get Up To $15,000

Cory L. Richards Memorial Scholarship Program

Public Policy & Administration • Public Health • Graduate Students

The Cory L. Richards Memorial Scholarship offers $20,000 for graduate students in Public Policy or Public Health focused on reproductive rights.

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Get Up To $30,000

Native American Agriculture Fund (NAAF) Scholarship

Agriculture • Agricultural Science • Food & Nutrition • Food Sciences & Technology • Restaurant/Culinary/Food Services • Medicine • Urban Design • Conservation • Environmental Science • For Native American / American Indian students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students

NAAF Scholarship supports Native American students in agriculture with awards up to $30,000. Minimum GPA 2.7 required.

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James E. Beckley Student Writing Competition

Law • Seniors • Graduates • Graduate Students

The James E. Beckley Securities Arbitration and Law Writing Competition is a writing contest open to all students who attend a law school in the United States.

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Synchrony Tech Careers Scholarship for Autistic Adults

Service • For students with disabilities • Technology • Game Design • Cybersecurity • Finance • Age

The Synchrony Tech Careers Scholarship supports autistic adults pursuing tech certifications, offering $500 to $5,000 in funding.

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The UCLA Law Distinguished Scholars

Law • Graduate Students

UCLA Law offers full tuition scholarships for J.D. students based on merit and overcoming adversity. Apply now!

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FAQ

In your personal statement for Legal/Policy & Admin scholarships, include your academic achievements, career goals, relevant experiences, and why you are passionate about pursuing a career in law, public policy, or administration.

Yes, some Legal/Policy & Admin scholarships are open to international students. However, eligibility varies by scholarship, so it's important to check the specific requirements.

Yes, many Legal/Policy & Admin scholarships are offered at the regional or state level. You can find these opportunities by searching on Mos or checking with local universities and organizations.

To apply for Legal/Policy & Admin scholarships, you typically need to complete an application form, provide transcripts, letters of recommendation, and possibly a personal statement. Check the specific requirements for each scholarship.

It's advisable to start applying for Legal/Policy & Admin scholarships as early as possible, ideally during your junior year of high school or the first year of your college program, to meet various deadlines.

Yes, you can apply for multiple Legal/Policy & Admin scholarships. In fact, applying for several scholarships can increase your chances of receiving funding for your education.

Eligibility criteria for Legal/Policy & Admin scholarships can vary widely but often include factors such as academic performance, field of study, financial need, and sometimes community involvement or leadership experience.

Yes, many Legal/Policy & Admin scholarships are legitimate and offered by reputable organizations, universities, and foundations. It's important to research each scholarship to ensure its credibility.

You can find Legal/Policy & Admin scholarships on various scholarship search platforms, including Mos, which aggregates numerous scholarship opportunities tailored to your field of study.

Legal/Policy & Admin scholarships are financial awards designed to support students pursuing degrees in law, public policy, or administration. These scholarships can help cover tuition, fees, and other educational expenses.

To write a strong application for Legal/Policy & Admin scholarships, tailor your essays to the specific scholarship, highlight your unique experiences and qualifications, and proofread your application for clarity and correctness.