2026 NYIPLEF Scholarship – Apply by April 3

NYIPLEF’s Scholarship provides funds to law students from a broad range of backgrounds who will contribute to bringing varied perspectives to the IP field, currently enrolled in a J.D. at an accredited law school in the New York area (including Connecticut and New Jersey), in good academic standing, and demonstrating intent to engage in the full-time practice of intellectual property law. The scholarship is intended to be used by the law student for tuition and expenses related to attending law school. Scholarship awards are made at the full and sole discretion of NYIPLEF.

By submitting an application, a Scholarship Applicant certifies that they meet the following application requirements and are submitting the following supporting documents:

• Have the intention to pursue a full-time career in intellectual property law
• Currently attending an accredited law school (rising 2L or 3L) in the greater New York area, and in good academic standing
• No family relationship to an officer or director of NYIPLEF
• Submission of a professional resume including academic highlights, work experience and extracurricular activities
• Undergraduate, graduate (if applicable) and law school OFFICIAL transcripts reflecting academic accomplishment
• One (1) letter of recommendation
• A short (500 word maximum) essay by the applicant that summarizes their interest in intellectual property law and answers the following questions: How would receiving this scholarship impact your ability to complete law school and pursue a career in intellectual property law? Please share any personal experiences where you have encountered adversity and/or demonstrated resilience, and explain how these experiences have shaped your perspective on inclusion in the legal profession.
• Essay should identify the applicant’s name, telephone number and e-mail
• A written commitment to use scholarship funds solely for tuition and expenses related to attending law school
• Possess a desire to contribute and enhance an inclusive law school and legal community

Applications must be received by Friday, April 3, 2026, to be considered for the 2026 Scholarship award. It is available online: https://www.nyiplef.org/2026nyiplefscholarship