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Law Offices of Jon Friedman Scholarship

Last updated Jul 6, 2026

Deadline

2026-07-25

Country

United States

Level

undergraduate, masters

Organization

Law Offices of Jon Friedman

Field

Law

Funding

partial

Overview

The Law Offices of Jon Friedman offers an annual scholarship of $500 for students pursuing pre-law studies or entering law school. This is the 11th annual scholarship.

Coverage

The scholarship provides $500, which will be sent directly to the recipient as a check. It must be used exclusively for tuition or other school-related expenses.

Eligibility

Ethiopian students are eligible if they meet the criteria. Applicants must be pursuing an undergraduate degree in pre-law studies or entering law school in the Fall 2026 semester. They must be accepted into a program at any U.S. school for Fall 2026 and maintain a GPA of 3.0 or above.

Requirements

Required documents include a resume, an essay (between one and three pages in length on a law-related topic of choice), a letter showing acceptance into a U.S. school program for Fall 2026, complete academic transcripts, and a headshot picture of the applicant (to be used if selected as a winner).

How to apply

Applications must be submitted electronically via the form available on the official scholarship website. Direct calls or contact to the law firm about the scholarship are not permitted.

Notes

The application deadline is July 25, 2026. The $500 scholarship will be awarded in the first 10 days of August 2026.

Source & Verification

Host organization: Law Offices of Jon Friedman

Original source: JLV College Counseling

Official application page: https://www.jonathanmfriedman.com/scholarship-application/

Verify the deadline, eligibility, and document list on the official website before applying.

How to Apply

1

Read the full requirements

Visit the official application page and read all eligibility criteria carefully before investing time in the application.
2

Gather your documents

Collect transcripts, certificates, and references. Official copies may require apostille — start this process early.
3

Request recommendation letters

Contact your referees at least 4–6 weeks before the deadline. Brief them on the scholarship and your goals.
4

Write your motivation letter

Be specific about your goals, why you chose this program, and your plan to contribute to Ethiopia after completing your studies.
5

Proofread and submit early

Submit at least 3–5 days before the deadline. Technical issues are common — never submit on the last day.