Overview
Scholarship type
Merit based
Number of scholarships to award
Multiple
Grant
$1,000
Scholarship coverage
- tuition fee reduction
- other
Description
The Baker Law Firm advocates for their clients' rights on a daily basis, and this experience has cultivated an immense passion for justice. They understand that lawyers are not the only professionals who have an impact on the criminal justice process, and we have come to appreciate the importance of each individual role in the criminal justice system.
Benefits
Through The Baker Law Firm Pillars of Justice Scholarship, they provide support for college students who are preparing for careers in criminal justice. Their scholarship provides $1,000 in funding to use toward a person's college education. The award may be used on tuition, room and board, books, or other expenses.
Eligibility
- The student is pursuing a degree with a major or concentration in criminal justice.
- The student maintains a grade point average of 3.2 or higher.
- The student is an undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited college or university within the United States.
- The student is at least 17 years of age.
- The student is a citizen of the United States.
Scholarship requirements
Disciplines
Criminal Justice
Locations
United States
Nationality
American
Study experience required
High school
Age
Over 17
Application
Application deadline
20 May 2026
All students must apply through the digital application located at the bottom of this page. Applications will not be accepted via email. Students must submit proof that they are enrolled at an accredited university and proof of their current GPA. These documents may include an unofficial transcript, letter of acceptance, class schedule, or other relevant information. Additionally, all applicants must submit an essay of no more than 1,000 words answering the following prompt:
The role of a judge is often seen as the cornerstone of the judicial system, requiring impartiality, wisdom, and adherence to the rule of law. In your essay, explore the importance of judges in maintaining justice in society. What qualities—such as integrity, patience, or legal acumen—are most essential for a judge, and how do these characteristics impact the fairness of criminal cases?
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