Financial Aid

Law School Scholarships. The Law School offers more than 50 merit and need-based scholarships. Everyone who applies to the Law School is considered for merit-based scholarships. If you want to be considered for a need-based scholarship, you must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (William & Mary's title IV code is 003705).

Law School Fellowships. We offer fellowships under the aegis of the Institute of Bill of Rights Law, the Election Law Program, the Center for Legal and Court Technology, and The Wolf Law Library. Applicants may designate interest in these fellowships by submitting an optional essay on their application. Additionally, students who enroll in the JD/MPP joint degree program may be eligible to receive a Bolin Fellowship.

Loans
There are a number of educational loans available to law students.

Other Scholarship Sources.  A number of charitable and civic groups support graduate education through various programs.  We suggest that your visit your college's pre-law office or local library to look into alternative funding options.

Military and Veterans.  The Commonwealth of Virginia has a number of incentives and resources for active duty military, military veterans, and members of military veterans.  The State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV) provides information for eligible applicants.

LSAC Presentation on Paying for Law School.  This video provides information on investing in a law school education, funding that education, applying for financial aid, and minimizing debt.  For more general information about financing a legal education, visit lsac.org.

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