Scholarships
There are three types of scholarship funding opportunities for KU Law students. All admitted students
are automatically considered for KU School of Law scholarships with the submission of their admission
application. The scholarship committee begins awarding scholarships after February 1, 2008 and will
continue to do so until all funds have been awarded. Selected students will receive a scholarship offer
by letter. Once enrolled, students may apply for KU School of Law scholarships with specific eligibility
criteria. Throughout the year, a number of scholarship opportunities are presented from private
organizations. KU Law students are regularly notified of these scholarship opportunities.
Need-based Scholarship
Need-based scholarships are only available for applicants that have completed the Free Application for
Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Application forms and information may be obtained online at www.fafsa.ed.gov.
Applicants should obtain the forms at the earliest possible date. The KU Office of Student Financial Aid begins accepting
applications on January 1. Priority deadline for filing the 2008-2009 FAFSA is March 1, 2008.
The University of Kansas Federal School Code is 001948.
Merit-based Scholarship
Merit-based scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic achievement and the
student’s potential for success in law school. A number of these scholarships are funded
through privately endowed resources. Many are awarded to students who come from specific
geographical regions or who are members of minority groups. These scholarships are awarded
to both resident and nonresident first-year students. There is no application process to be
considered for merit-based scholarships. Any student admitted to the School of Law is
automatically considered.
Rice Scholar Program
The Rice Scholar Program brings Kansas residents with outstanding academic records and
proven leadership ability to the University of Kansas School of Law. A committee of faculty members
selects Rice Scholars from the first-year admitted student candidates. Selection is based on merit
only, as evidenced by undergraduate academic achievement, LSAT score, and record of leadership.
Final selections are made after interviews with the Rice Scholarship committee. Each year five Rice
Scholars are selected. The scholarship covers tuition and fees for first-year students and is fully
renewable for the second and third year if the recipient maintains a prescribed grade-point average.
To be considered for the Rice Scholarship, candidates must be admitted by February 1, 2008.
