Public Interest Scholars
Boston University School of Law is committed to supporting students who are dedicated to public interest law. Our Public Interest Scholars program is designed to provide financial support to a number of our students who have demonstrated their desire to pursue a career in public interest law.
BU Law awards a limited number of scholarships on the basis of academic merit, financial need, and a demonstrated commitment to public interest.
Public Interest Scholars are expected to participate in the following activities while at BU Law:
- Assist with fund raising for the Public Interest Project (a student run program that provide summer employment grants to BU Law students)
- Satisfy the writing requirement by writing on a public interest related topic
- Participate in the Pro Bono Program
- Participate in a clinical program
In addition to the scholarship award, BU Law will provide support in the form of career guidance and faculty mentoring.
Applying for a Public Interest Scholarship
Interested students must submit the following application materials by February 15 , 2010:
- Public Interest Scholars Application
- Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) (student information only)
- Need Access (including parental information)
- Student’s 2009 Federal Income Tax Return (including W-2’s and all applicable schedules)
- Parents’ 2009 Federal Income Tax Return (including W-2’s and all applicable schedules)
Students who are not awarded a Public Interest Scholarship do not need to submit an additional request or application materials to be considered for other School of Law scholarships.