Academic Scholars Program

The Academic Scholars Program identifies and provides academic and financial support for incoming J.D. candidates with potential to become law professors. Columbia Law School Academic Scholars are able to take advantage of both academic and financial support offered through the Program. Academic support includes mentorship by a member of the faculty and support in entering Ph.D. studies, if that will advance the Scholar's career. In addition to automatic admission to the Legal Scholarship Practicum, Academic Scholars receive a half-tuition grant for all three years of the J.D. program. The Program welcomes applications from entering J.D. students. Incoming 1Ls can indicate their interest in the program on their J.D. application and will be invited to an optional information session via Zoom. Please see below for details on full application requirements. Deadlines will be updated for each year's admissions cycle. Consistent with the Law School's commitment to diversity, equity, and anti-racism, the Program will strive to support the academic careers of students from a wide array of backgrounds, including students from traditionally underrepresented groups.

The Academic Scholars Program identifies and provides academic and financial support for incoming J.D. candidates with potential to become law professors.