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William L. Graddy Law School Scholarship Fund

Southwest Florida Community Foundation

William L. Graddy Law School Scholarship is a $1,000 fund for law school students. The scholarship is given to students who has completed their first year of studies and demonstrate financial need to continue their education.

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Eligibility Requirements

  • Age/Grade Level:
    Applicant must be a graduate student.
  • Minimum GPA:
    2.80
  • Financial Need:
    Required
  • Other Academic Requirements:
    The applicant must have completed their first year of law school.
  • Residence:
    The scholarship is open to students who has been a resident of Charlotte, Collier, Glades, Hendry or Lee county for at least 3 years.
  • College:
    Applicant must have attended an accredited law school.

Application Details

  • Transcript:
    Required
  • Resume/Activity List:
    Not required
  • Essay:
    Write about your goals and plans for the future as well as achievements, setbacks, and skills. The essay explains to the reviewer who you are. The essay is a very important part of your application, and you should use the full space available, equivalent to two typed pages. Be sure to read the scholarship description and address items in the scholarship description.Include the following in your essay: Goals and plans for your future. College/University you plan to attend. Goals and plans for your future. Planned field of study and why you chose this field. Work experience. Volunteer experience. Extracurricular activities. Describe your character and skills that demonstrate your abilities. Financial situation if a need-based scholarship.
  • Recommendation Letters:
    Obtain Letters of Recommendation on official letterhead with signatures.
  • Other Materials:
    The applicants must submit their SAR report from the completion of your FAFSA and ACT and/or SAT Score report.

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