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DLA Piper Scholarship Programs

DLA Piper is offering two scholarship opportunities up to $6,000 each for those interested in pursuing a law degree and practicing in the United States:

  • LEAP (Legal Elite Athlete Pipeline) for student athletes
  • BRAVO (Building Relationships to Advance Veterans’ Opportunities) for veterans

Program

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The Goal

DLA Piper is seeking exceptional student athletes and veterans wishing to pursue a career in the legal profession. We believe that student athletes and veterans have what it takes to succeed in law school and as lawyers - discipline, focus, resilience, and leadership. Our goal is to support the next generation of successful lawyers by providing opportunities to students who might otherwise not have considered a career in law.
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The Program

LEAP (Legal Elite Athlete Pipeline)
  • Completed at least two years of undergraduate studies at an accredited United States college or university
  • Participated in at least two years of a competitive intercollegiate athletic program offered by an accredited college or university
  • $1,000 for application fees or LSAT prep course-related expenses
  • $5,000 law school scholarship to an ABA-accredited law school
BRAVO (Building Relationships to Advance Veterans’ Opportunities)
  • Enrolled or graduated from an accredited United States college or university
  • Served in the United States military, including the Reserves and National Guard, and be honorably discharged
  • $1,000 for application fees or LSAT prep course-related expenses
  • $5,000 law school scholarship to an ABA-accredited law school
BRAVO program details

Application

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The Application

Applicants must be at least 18 years old and have a minimum GPA of 3.0.

Candidates will complete an online application demonstrating strong academic performance, leadership and participation in school and community activities, a personal statement, and an online recommendation.

In the statement, the candidate is encouraged to focus on any personal growth experiences or lessons that the candidate has learned as a result of the candidate’s background, upbringing, experiences, socioeconomic status, or inclusion in an underrepresented community.

Applications will be accepted from September 2 to November 4, 2025.

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