Thomas L. Dickson Scholarship Contest

Eligibility Requirements

Applicant must be under the age of 25 and enrolled in an accredited college in the United States or planning to matriculate in the fall of this year. Video essay on the following question is required: Is getting a law degree still a good investment?

How to Apply

Apply directly through the sponsoring organization's official application — an essay is part of the application. Review the eligibility requirements above first, and give yourself time before the May 15, 2027 deadline.

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