Who Can Apply:
- The scholarship is open to any current high school senior, vocational student, college student or graduate student in Colorado who is a legal resident of the United States residing in one of the 50 states or the District of Columbia and who is enrolled in a vocational program or two to four year post-secondary institution.
- Applicants must be majoring in pre-law, political science, criminal justice, or related fields such as public health or social work.
- Employees of The Wilhite Law Firm, their immediate families (parent, child, sibling, and spouse), and persons living in the same households of such individuals (whether related or not), are not eligible to apply for this scholarship.
- Candidates for this scholarship should have a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher and be in good overall academic standing.
- Candidates for this scholarship must demonstrate a strong commitment to community service or advocacy, particularly on behalf of underserved populations or victims of injury or neglect.
Submission:
- The candidate must submit a 650+word essay response to one of the following prompts:
- How I Plan to Advocate for Justice in My Career
- A personal story about overcoming adversity or helping others seek justice.
- Please note that all essays will be checked for AI writing. If AI writing is deemed present in the essay, the application will be denied.
- The candidate must submit a professional resumé that lists their experience, both professional and academic.
- The candidate must submit a transcript from their current school. First-year college students, graduate students, or individuals who have recently transferred schools may submit an unofficial transcript from their current school, as well as the most recent official transcript from their prior school. High school students can submit proof of acceptance to their college or university.
- The candidate must submit at least two letters of recommendation from a professor, teacher, or community leader.
Deadline: July 31, 2026
Amount: $2,500
Learn More: https://www.wilhitelawfirm.com/scholarship/
