Overview
Scholarship type
Merit based
Number of scholarships to award
One
Grant
$1,000
Scholarship coverage
- tuition fee reduction
- living expenses
- accommodation
- other
Description
As part of their ongoing efforts to advocate for civil rights and the rights of employees, they are pleased to announce the Freedman Law Workplace Rights Scholarship. They are launching this initiative to aid in the education of students who are passionate about improving workers’ rights and civil rights, spreading knowledge about employment law, and making a positive impact on workers across the country. This scholarship can provide assistance for current or aspiring law school students and students who are pursuing careers in other fields.
Benefits
The winner of this award will receive $1,000, which may be used for tuition, textbooks, school supplies, room and board, and any other academic expenses.
Eligibility
- Must be a student enrolled in or planning to attend a university or college in the fall semester.
- Must be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States.
- Must have a passion for civil rights and/or employment law-related issues, including but not limited to improving workers’ rights related to discrimination, harassment, wage theft, minimum wage/overtime rules, whistleblower protections, non-compete issues, and union bargaining issues.
- Must have a 3.5 GPA or higher from the last institution attended.
Scholarship requirements
Disciplines
Any
Locations
United States
Nationality
Any
Study experience required
High school
Age
Unknown
Application
Application deadline
02 Sep 2026
They ask that you submit the following:
Proof of enrollment in an accredited college or university.
Copy of official or unofficial transcripts demonstrating a GPA of 3.5 or higher.
Contact information.
Essay or video essay answering the prompt below.
As part of your application, please submit a 250–500 word essay or a 2-3 minute video answering the following question:
How do you plan to use your education to promote workers’ rights and/or civil rights in employment spaces?
To apply for this scholarship, submit all materials by September 2, 2026.