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Jan Jancin Award

Offered by American Intellectual Property Law Association

Reviewed by Lisa FreedlandLast updated Nov 3, 2023
1 award worth

$5,000

Grade level

Graduate Students

Application deadline:

May 31, 2024

Scholarship Overview

The Jan Jancin Awards celebrate exceptional second and third year law students from diverse backgrounds who are underrepresented racial or ethnic minorities. These merit-based scholarships are a testament to the recipients’ hard work and dedication to their studies. If you’re an impressive, underrepresented law student looking for help funding your education, we encourage you to apply.

About American Intellectual Property Law Association

The AIPLA (American Intellectual Property Law Association), founded in 1897, is a national bar association constituted primarily of practitioners in private and corporate practice, in government service, and in the academic community. AIPLA represents a wide and diverse spectrum of individuals from law firms, companies, and institutions involved directly or indirectly in the practice of patent, trademark, copyright, trade secret, and unfair competition law, as well as other fields of law affecting intellectual property.

Eligibility information

This scholarship is open to students meeting the below eligibility criteria.

Grade Level

Graduate Students

Race/Ethnicity

Asian/Pacific Islander, Black/African, Hispanic/Latino, Middle Eastern, Native American

Academic Interest

Law

Application information

To apply for this scholarship, submit the below application materials before the deadline.

Essay

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Scholarship FAQ

Is this scholarship designated for full-time or part-time students?

This scholarship is designated for both full and part-time enrollment statuses.

Is this scholarship restricted by institution type?

Yes, this scholarship is restricted for use at four-year colleges.

Who should I contact with any questions about this scholarship?

For any questions regarding this scholarship application, please contact American Intellectual Property Law Association at [email protected].

Where can I find help writing my scholarship essay?

For help writing the essay component of this scholarship application, check out our guides How to Write a Winning Scholarship Essay and How to Start a Scholarship Essay (With Examples).

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