Who Can Apply: There is immense power in the legal profession, yet it remains one of the most difficult fields for underrepresented students to enter, limiting the diversity of voices shaping the system. While many industries lack representation, the legal field faces one of the most striking disparities—only 5% of lawyers are Black or African American, and an even smaller percentage hold leadership positions such as law firm partners. Systemic barriers, including structural racism, individual biases, and the racial wealth gap, create ongoing challenges that impact access and opportunity.This scholarship, established in honor of Providence Ebubechi Napoleon, seeks to make the legal field more diverse and just by supporting the next generation of Black changemakers.
Eligibility:
Any Black or African American individual who:
• Is in their final year of undergraduate studies and has been accepted into law school, or
• Is currently enrolled in law school.
Applicants must demonstrate academic excellence, leadership potential, and a strong commitment to advancing equity, justice, and diversity in the legal field.
Submission:
• A personal statement explaining how you plan to use your legal education to further equity, justice, and diversity.
• One letter of recommendation from a professor (current or former) or from a legal professional, such as a practicing attorney, mentor, or legal supervisor. This scholarship is more than financial support—it is an investment in the future of a fairer, more inclusive legal system. We look forward to hearing your vision for change.
Deadline: May 24, 2025
Amount: $1,000
Learn More: https://bold.org/scholarships/providence-memorial-law-scholarship/
