HLA’S INAUGURAL FEBRUARY BAR SCHOLARSHIP
This year at the 69th annual Scholarship & Awards Gala, Houston lawyers, judges and supporters raised $16,000 LIVE to fund scholarships for February Bar Examinees. This inaugural scholarship is being offered to EIGHT Houston law students/graduates sitting for the Texas Bar Exam in February 2025. Each winner will be awarded $2,000.00.
Application Timeline
Applications open September 18, 2024.
A complete application must be received by 5:00 p.m., October 18, 2024, to be considered for an award.
Winners will be announced on October 25, 2024.
The awards will be given on November 8, 2024, at the Driving Excellence & Impact Reception. Winners MUST be present!
Selection Criteria
A demonstrated commitment to developing and promoting the African American community through law.
Academic performance in law school.
Leadership skills, community activities and/or special accomplishments.
Financial need.
Requirements
Membership in an underrepresented minority group.
Current enrollment or graduation from a Houston-area, ABA-accredited law school (i.e., South Texas College of Law, Thurgood Marshall School of Law, and University of Houston Law Center).
ONE PDF including:
Completed scholarship application form.
Law School transcript(s) (unofficial version accepted).
Current resume.
Essay - In 500 words or less, please explain how this HLA scholarship will help make a difference to you in meeting your goal of engaging in the practice of law. Also, please include how you plan to aid the African American community through the practice of law. Word Count must be included.
Documentation of Intent to take the Texas State Bar Exam in February 2025.
How To Apply
For your convenience, the application form and document submission can be completed electronically.
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2024 JULY BAR WINNERS
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2023 JULY BAR WINNERS
