Monday, July 2, 2012

Law Scholarships For Women

The total cost for law school will vary depending on the exact school you choose; however, the Internet Legal Research Group states that tuition can range from $677 to over $43,000. No matter the school you choose, there are scholarships that are available only to women who are seeking out a degree in law. These scholarships have different requirements, thus completely review the scholarship before applying. If you have any questions regarding this process, speak with your school advisor, if available.








The Marilynne Graboys Wool Scholarship


The Marilynne Graboys Wool Scholarship is open to women who have financial need and are planning to enroll in a law program within an accredited graduate school. This women-only scholarship is available only to legal residents of Rhode Island and it is a one-time award.


Scholarship Amount: $2,000 and up


Contact Information:


E-mail: libbym@rifoundation.org


Phone: (401) 274-4564


HORIZONS Foundation Scholarship Program


The HORIZONS Foundation Scholarship Program was developed by Women In Defense in order to encourage women to engage in careers that are directly related to defense interests within the United States as well as national security interests. In order to apply for this scholarship, you must be currently enrolled as a part-time or full-time student at an accredited university or graduate program; if you are an undergraduate you must have completed at least 60 credit hours. The minimum GPA in order to qualify is 3.25 and you must have demonstrated interest within the defense or national security field.


Scholarship Amount: varies


Contact Information:


Horizon Foundation


c/o National Defense Institute Association


2111 Wilson Blvd., Ste. 400


Arlington, Virginia 22201-3061


Phone: (703) 247-2552








Ethel Louise Armstrong Foundation Scholarship


The Ethel Louise Armstrong Foundation Scholarship is available only to women who are enrolled in graduate studies within an accredited university that have some type of physical disability. While being a graduate student is the first requirement, applicants should also be active within local, state or national organizations that promote the advocacy of people that have disabilities. This involvement may be physical or electronic, as in Internet support. Along with your standard application, you must also complete and provide the ELA Verification of Disability form that must be signed by your doctor.


Scholarship Amount: $500 to $2,000


Contact Information:


Chairman


Ethel Louise Armstrong Foundation, Inc.


1482 East Valley Rd., Suite 504


Santa Barbara, California 93108

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