Foundation of the Federal Bar Association

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Foundation of the Federal Bar Association

1220 N Fillmore St., Ste. 444
Arlington, VA 22201
ph: (571)481-9100
URL:http://www.fedbar.org

Foundation of the Federal Bar Association Public Service Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To provide financial assistance for high school students continuing higher education. Focus: General studies. Qualif.: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors planning to attend a four-year college or university; must be students currently enrolled full-time at a four-year college or university; or graduate students enrolled full-time in a graduate or professional degree program. At least one of the applicant's parents or guardians must be a current federal government attorney or federal judge and member of the Federal Bar Association. Criteria: Applicants are evaluated based on academic record, leadership recognition, school and community activities and service, and compelling essay response - exhibiting both substance and written communication skills.

Funds Avail.: $5,000. To Apply: Applicants must submit

completed application along with most recent transcripts (official copy); letter of acceptance from their college, university or graduate/professional school for new enrollees; and an essay. Deadline: March 3.

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