Scholarships and Opportunities

1L Diversity Opportunities Program

Various employers such as law firms and in-house departments offer 1L Diversity Scholarships or Fellowships during the summer. Below are brief recorded presentations that provide an overview of these opportunities, as well as some tips and advice on how to draft a diversity statement.

Part I – Overview of Diversity Opportunities

Part II – Overview of Diversity Statements

Part III – Student Panel Q&A

Diversity Scholarships and Opportunities

The Career Strategy Center maintains a listing of Diversity Fellowships, Scholarships, and internships in its Career Space database under the resources tab. The list is frequently updated with additional opportunities, so be sure to check it often or reach out to career-strategy@law.northwestern.edu for further assistance.