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Merit Scholarships for Entering J.D. Students

Dean’s Scholarships are offered to highly qualified students in each entering first-year class.  These scholarships vary in number and amount each year, and are renewable under the terms outlined below.  As part of the Dean’s Scholarship program, we also offer at least two Dean’s Teach for America Scholarships. The terms and criteria for the Teach for America scholarships are the same as those for the Dean’s Scholarship program, except that only current or former Teach for America corps members will be considered. Every applicant accepted for admission to the J.D. program is automatically considered for available merit scholarships, and no additional application is required.

Criteria for Entering Student Scholarships:

Every J.D. applicant accepted for admission is automatically considered for available merit scholarships, and no additional application is required. The following factors are considered when awarding merit scholarships:

  • Applicant's academic record, including previous undergraduate and/or graduate institutions and test scores
  • Applicant's letters of recommendation
  • Applicant's demonstrated interest in obtaining an advanced degree as evidenced by the personal statement and other application materials
  • Other relevant qualifications

Terms for Renewing Merit Scholarships:

Merit scholarships awarded to entering J.D. students, including Dean’s Scholarships and Dean’s Teach for America Scholarships, are renewable under the following terms, unless otherwise specified.  For full-time entering students, scholarships are for all three years of the J.D. program, provided the student maintains continuous full-time enrollment and a minimum 2.9* cumulative GPA. For part-time students, scholarships are for all four years of the J.D. program, provided the student maintains a continuous full, part-time course load and a minimum 2.9* cumulative GPA.  If the student transfers from the part-time program to the full-time program, the scholarship will expire upon graduation from the JD program or at the conclusion of the fourth year, whichever comes first.
Scholarships are paid in two equal installments each year, one each for the fall and spring semester. No payment is made for summer enrollment.  The scholarship will be applied to the student’s university financial account.

*A 2.9 cumulative GPA generally equates to students in the top 70% of the entering class.  For more specific information, please refer to the Class Standing chart. 

 

Dean's Award Ceremony

Each year, the UHLC offers several scholarships to currently enrolled students. Winners are announced at the Dean's Award Ceremony.

The Dean’s Awards Ceremony will be held on Wednesday, April 25, 2012 at 5:00 p.m. During this ceremony, the Law Center recognizes student achievement in a number of areas. Scholarships are also awarded.

 

Outside Scholarship Sources

Applicants are encouraged to search for outside scholarships. Some suggestions are www.fastweb.com, www.aie.org individual organizations, sororities or fraternities, social clubs, religious or business organizations, employers of a parent, spouse or friend, foundations, town or city clubs, community organizations and civic groups such as the American Legion, YMCA, 4H Club, Elks, Kiwanis, Jaycees or girl & boy scouts. Any organization connected with your field of interest. Other options:

 

Fellowships

  • The Houston-Galveston Schweitzer Fellows Program® is a one-year interdisciplinary, mentored fellowship program focused on health-related community service and leadership development. Applicants must be enrolled throughout the Fellowship year (April 2012-May 2013). Fellows receive a stipend of $2500, distributed in (3) payments throughout the Fellowship year as specific program objectives are completed.

Scholarships

Applications on this site are also available on the scholarship literature rack in the Student Services suite.

  • Houston Bar Association Labor and Employment Law Section $1000 - One award to each of the 3 Houston Law Schools. The student must be currently taking, or has previously completed, a labor or employment law class in law school (course registration notice for current class, transcript with grade for previously completed class, or letter from professor for either will be accepted) and an essay describing his/her interest in labor and/or employment law, including a brief discussion of labor and/or employment law issues of interest. Also include any other reason why you believe you are deserving of this scholarship. (Maximum number of words 2,000). Submission deadline is May 18, 2012.
  • Mike Eidson Scholarship Fund $5000 - Awarded annually to a rising 3L (or rising 4L in a night program) female student who has demonstrated a commitment to a career as a plaintiffs’ lawyer or criminal defense lawyer, along with dedication to upholding and defending the principles of the Constitution, and to the concept of a fair trial, the adversary system, and a just result for the injured, the accused, and those whose rights are jeopardized. Submission deadline is May 31, 2012.
  • Judge Lucius Bunton Memorial Law Scholarship $ - provides scholarships to students pursuing a degree in law based on the following:
    • must be accepted to or currently enrolled in an accredited law school in the United States,
    • must be a resident of one of the following twenty-three counties upon high school graduation: Andrews, Brewster, Crane, Crockett, Culberson, Dawson, Ector, Gaines, Glasscock, Howard, Hudspeth, Jeff Davis, Loving, Martin, Midland, Pecos, Presidio, Reagan, Reeves, Sterling, Upton, Ward, or Winkler; preference will be given to a student who was born and raised in one of these counties. Submission deadline is May 31, 2012.
  • Hazing Awareness Scholarship $700 - All students that are enrolled in any accredited college or university that has a Greek Social Setting may apply. You must be in good standing at your school with a minimum 2.0 GPA or C Average. Submission deadline is the 6th of each month through July 6th, 2012.
  • Spouses of Houston Barristers $? - To provide financial assistance to second & third year ethnic minority law students attending The University of Houston Law Center. Submission deadline is July 13, 2012.
  • Dallas Hispanic Bar Association $? - To provide financial need. Scholarship deadline is June 17, 2012.
  • Shannon Bybee Scholarship Award $2500 - Solicitation of research papers that enhance the understanding of gaming law or recommend a beneficial change in gaming law. The paper must be written by a student as part of their class work during the 2011-2012 school year. Submission deadline is September 4, 2012.

 

 

Writing Competitions

Applications on this site are also available on the literature rack in the Student Services suite..

 

 

 

University of Houston Law Center
Financial Aid & Scholarship Office
100 Law Center
Houston, Texas 77204-6060
(713) 743-2269
School code 003652
lawfinaid@uh.edu