Recipient has exhibited a variety of talents, not just academic (e.g. music, athletic), financial need, demonstrated interest in public service (e.g. has either worked in or volunteered for such organizations).

Maria and Roberto Hernandez Scholarship is a $2500 per year Any full-time student attending the University of New Mexico School of Law.

All eligible applicants must submit a short personal statement describing how the candidate qualifies for the Scholarship, a resume and unofficial transcript.

Demonstrate financial need.

Be a New Mexico resident, New Mexico high school graduate or establish an otherwise significant connection to New Mexico; (Preference given to residents of Southeastern New Mexico)

Demonstrate a commitment to issues of importance to the Hispanic community and commitment to serving the Hispanic community after graduation.

Demonstrate community involvement (in particular, involvement with Hispanic community).

The Cochran scholarship is awarded to a second- or third-year student who has demonstrated commitment to serving the Black community, including service to civic, educational and religious organizations. This service can be in the form of volunteer or paid positions, and should evidence leadership abilities. The recipient of this award must also have demonstrated academic achievement.

Applications will be reviewed by an external committee.

Deadline: May 1

The New Mexico Hispanic Bar Association Foundation Scholarship was established by the New Mexico Hispanic Bar Association to provide tuition support to an incoming, first year JD student at the University of New Mexico School of Law. This scholarship provides assistance to a candidate who demonstrates financial need; is a New Mexico resident, a New Mexico high school graduate, or has other significant ties to New Mexico; is committed to issues of importance to the Hispanic Community and is committed to serving the Hispanic Community after graduation; and shows a history of community involvement particularly with the Hispanic Community. Some consideration will also be given to prior academic achievement, the candidate's intent to remain in NM following graduation, and any other circumstances the candidate would like the committee to consider.

Applications will be reviewed by an external committee.

Deadline: March 1st.

The Ray M. Vargas, II Endowed Scholarship for Aspiring Trial Lawyers is awarded to a second- or third-year student who has a demonstrated interest plaintiff/trial work including the related subjects of evidence, trial practice, civil procedure, pre-trial practice, client counseling, and/or professional responsibility. It is understood that not all candidates will have taken extensive coursework in these areas. Preference will be given to applicants who are New Mexico residents, are student members of the New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association, or have participated in Mock Trial.

Applications will be reviewed by an external committee.

Deadline: May 1

The Real Property Trust and Estate Section of the State Bar is dedicated to providing opportunities that cultivate an interest in careers in the areas of real property and trust and estates. The RPTE Section is offering two scholarships; one to students interested in pursuing a career in Real Property and one to students interested in pursuing a career in Trust and Estate law. The RPTE Section will award the scholarships during the first semester of your 3rd year.

Real Property Application
To apply, submit a maximum 250-word written summary demonstrating your interest in and commitment toward pursuing a career in Real Property law along with a copy of your most recent transcript and resume.

Trust and Estate Application
To apply, submit a maximum 250-word written summary demonstrating your interest in and commitment toward pursuing a career in Trust and Estate law along with a copy of your most recent transcript and resume.

Deadline: May 1

The Richard C. Civerolo Family Scholarship was established through a generous donation by the Richard C. Civerolo family. The merit-based scholarship is awarded using a number of criteria, including LSAT scores, GPA, and community involvement prior to being admitted to law school. Half of the award is made available to the recipient at the start of the student's first semester of law school. The second half is awarded at the beginning of the student's second semester, provided the student maintains a 3.0 GPA.

Applications will be reviewed by an external committee.

Deadline: March 1

The Richard Gonzales Employment and Labor Law Scholarship will be awarded to a second- or third-year law student interested in a career in employment and/or labor law. To apply, you must submit an unofficial law school transcript, resume detailing your experience and a cover letter (1,000 words maximum) explaining why you are best qualified to receive the scholarship. Applications will be reviewed by the selection committee, comprised of law school faculty, a member of the State Bar's Employment and Labor Section and the assistant dean of admissions and financial aid.

Deadline: May 1

The Robert E. and Ann Simms Clark Scholarship is awarded to a second- or third-year student who has demonstrated an interest in Natural Resources Law.

Deadline: May 1

The recipient of the Rudolf & Betty Schware Scholarship in Labor Law should demonstrate interest in labor law, preferably from the perspective of trade union movement, meaning not from the perspective of corporations or small business. The awardee shall make arrangements to attend, as observers, various trade union meetings in the course of their studies in law school.

Deadline: March 1

The Daniel A. Sisk Scholarship in Legal Ethics was established to support individuals who have demonstrated in action, service and character the ethical behavior, integrity and professionalism exemplified in the life and work of Daniel A. Sisk, a dedicated New Mexican attorney who was known for his legal scholarship, strong sense of public service and integrity. Those who had the privilege of knowing Daniel Sisk remember him as a kind person always ready to help others and as a man who was never heard to utter an unkind word about anyone. Daniel A. Sisk treated everyone he met with openness, respect and dignity, and loved New Mexico, its peoples, cultures and potential. Applicants must explain in what ways they are best qualified to receive this prestigious scholarship in accordance with the guidelines below.

This three-year full cost of attendance (tuition, fees, books, room and board) ( http://lawschool.unm.edu/admissions/financial-aid/tuition.html merit scholarship is available to incoming law students and is awarded at that time for all three years of study. Some consideration may also be given for need. Successful candidates will have demonstrated meritorious academic achievement and must: A) Provide significant examples of strong academic achievement, including but not limited to, undergraduate and/or graduate performance (GPAs, LSAT score), extra-curricular achievements, honors, awards and/or other relevant recognition(s); B) complete the Daniel A. Sisk Scholarship in Legal Ethics application essay; C) maintain a minimum GPA of 3.20 while in law school to remain eligible for the award; D) maintain a record of professional and ethical conduct while in law school; and E) have a demonstrated interest and willingness to practice law in the state of New Mexico.

Eligibility criteria provides that a preference shall be given to New Mexico residents for this memorial scholarship. In exceptional cases where no New Mexico resident applies for and qualifies for the scholarship, a non-resident may be identified by the School of Law as the most meritorious recipient and the scholarship may be awarded to a non-resident.

In addition to their completed law school application, applicants must submit their Daniel A. Sisk Scholarship in Legal Ethics eligibility essay, up to five pages, and a resume or curriculum vitae.

Deadline: February 15

The Kathryn and Ted Parnall Scholarship for Law as an Instrument of Economic Growth and Social Development is intended for a student who understands that law is more than a means of dispute resolution, and that it can be an important tool for both domestic and international economic development and a more equitable restructuring of the social order. This scholarship is primarily merit-based for full-time 2L or 3L law students. Applicants LSAT scores and cumulative law school GPA will be used to establish merit, however some consideration may also be given for need. Applicants must submit a short essay, up to five pages, describing how the law can be used for domestic or international economic and social development.

Applications will be reviewed by an external committee.

Deadline: May 1

The McBryde Scholarship for Non-Traditional Students was established in 2018 by graduate, Deian McBryde. The scholarship of $500 will be awarded to a first-, second-, or third-year student who entered law school with 20 years or more prior experience in the workforce and/or in the home. To apply, please submit a resume that includes at least 20 years of prior work and/or home-making experience and a short essay (around 500-700 words) entitled “Why I Chose Law School to Improve My Life.” The strongest essays will focus on a student’s plans to change or improve the quality of life for the student and/or their family by becoming a lawyer. Non-traditional students have many career options; therefore, the essay may also tell the practical story of why the student chose law school, rather than another profession or career, as their path to the future. Applications will be reviewed by an external committee.

Deadline: March 1

The R. Edward Garcia Memorial Scholarship was established by Yolanda M. Garcia, mother of Ralph Edward ("Eddie") Garcia (UNM School of Law Class of 2001). Upon graduating from the UNM School of Law, Eddie worked in the Public Defender's Office with dedication because he felt the gravity of his position and the impact it had on individuals who are otherwise unable to afford legal services. He saw how one could help a large number of individuals realize their right to counsel in accordance with our Constitution. This memorial fund provides assistance to current UNM School of Law students interested in pursuing public interest law. This award is a need-based award for a second- or third year law student who demonstrates an interest in public interest law. Preference will be given to law students of Hispanic descent.

Deadline: May 1

The Tim Vigil Scholarship is awarded to an individual who has demonstrated an interest in working in public interest law, providing access to the justice system for low income individuals and disadvantaged communities in rural and other underserved areas of Northern New Mexico.

Deadline: March 1

The Toby Grossman Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a first-year Native student who demonstrates a high potential for success in law school and who has close ties and a demonstrated commitment to a Native community.

The Dean Alfred L. Gausewitz Scholarship was established by the Albuquerque Bar Association to honor the legacy of the of the University of New Mexico School of Law's first dean, Alfred Leroy Gausewitz. Beginning in 1947 with only three rooms and a library of 11,000 books located on the second floor of Zimmerman Field's grandstand, he oversaw the construction of a dedicated law building and quadrupled the size of the law library by the time he retired in 1958. The scholarship is awarded to a deserving second- or third-year law student on the basis of merit and need.

The UNM School of Law Alumni Board and Alumni Association are proud to offer this merit-based scholarship. This scholarship provides full in-state tuition to one student from each incoming class for all three years of law school. Candidates for this scholarship are nominated by the Admissions Committee to the Alumni Association Board. Decisions are based on the candidates' personal statements from their admissions application. Awardees must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.20 while in Law School to remain eligible for this award.

Resigner Scholarship was established in 1963 by Anna Resigner of Truth or Consequences, New Mexico. The scholarship is awarded to a student who shows promise of making a substantial contribution to society.

The Babs McEnearney and Margarita Stelzner Scholarship was established to provide support to a student pursuing his/her Juris Doctorate at the University of New Mexico. This scholarship was established by former UNM Law Professor Louis Stelzner and his wife, Pat Stelzner a UNM Law graduate ('82), in memory of their mothers. This scholarship will be awarded to an incoming, full-time 1L student who demonstrates financial need and academic achievement. The chosen candidate will receive this award for each of his/her three years while attending the UNM School of Law. This award will be made once every three years. The next award will be made to a candidate for the Fall 2023 incoming 1L class.

The Bertha B. Hollis Scholarship was established to help young Protestant Indian students who are in need of financial aid.

The C.M. Botts Memorial Scholarship was established to provide financial support to a current UNM Law student who demonstrates need and/or academic achievement.

The Carl P. Dunifon and Erma W. Dunifon Scholarship was established in recognition of Carl P. Dunifon, an attorney, and his wife Erma W. Dunifon, a former school teacher, who made their home in Albuquerque. The scholarship is awarded to a full-time, degree-seeking student in the School of Law who has demonstrated academic achievement and financial need for scholarship assistance. Preference is given to relatives of Carl P. Dunifon or Erma W. Dunifon and single students without children.

The Donald D. Montoya Endowed Memorial Scholarship was established in memory of Donald D. Montoya, a Santa Fe attorney. The scholarship is awarded to a full-time, first-year law student who demonstrates academic achievement and financial need for scholarship assistance. Preference is given to students who are graduates of New Mexico high schools.

The Frederick M. & Joan M. Hart Opportunity Scholarship Fund is named for beloved former Dean and Professor Fred Hart and his wife, Joan, for their extensive and tireless support of the UNM School of Law. The award is established for students interested in the study of law and pursuit of a legal career who would otherwise be wholly unable to do so.

The Helene Simson Memorial Scholarship was established in memory of Helene Simson, a professor in the School of Law known for her exceptional charm, intelligence, and grace. The award is offered to a law student who demonstrates a need for financial assistance.

The Hoshour Memorial Scholarship is an annual scholarship awarded to a student demonstrating academic achievement and an active and effective interest in law school affairs, with some consideration for need.

This scholarship was established in memory of Judge Howard Bratton who served as a judge on the US District Court for the District of New Mexico for over 30 years, including nine years as chief judge from 1978 to 1987. Prior to his appointment, Judge Bratton worked in private practice in both Albuquerque and Roswell, NM. This scholarship is awarded to a deserving law student each year on the basis of need and merit.

The Judge J.V. Gallegos Memorial Scholarship was established to honor Judge J.V. Gallegos who served as District Judge in the 10th Judicial District of New Mexico. Prior to being appointed District Judge, he served as the City Attorney of Tucumcari, New Mexico and an Assistant District Attorney. The scholarship is awarded to a student who is a New Mexico Resident who demonstrates academic achievement and/or financial need.

A preference is given to candidates of Hispanic descent.

The Indian Law General Scholarship provides financial support to Native American applicants pursuing their legal education at the University of New Mexico. No additional application is required.

The Julius M. Fine - Joe & Toni Fine Endowed Scholarship is awarded to a student at the start of their first year of law school. Particular consideration is given to the achievement of minority students, and financial need may also be considered.

The Justice Irwin S. Moise Merit Scholarship was established to honor Justice Irwin Stern Moise, a distinguished lawyer and jurist and former Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of New Mexico. The scholarship is awarded to a student who is a New Mexico resident with outstanding academic and extra-curricular achievement in undergraduate and/or graduate studies, who has potential to make significant contributions to the people and State of New Mexico.

The Kendall O. Schlenker Scholarship in Law is awarded to an outstanding current or incoming law student at the University of New Mexico who is a New Mexico resident. Nonresident students who obtain New Mexico residency status in their subsequent years of law school attendance are not eligible for this opportunity. This scholarship is named in honor of Kendall O. Schlenker who is a 1957 graduate of the UNM School of Law.

The Lee E. Teitelbaum Scholarship was established in memory of Professor Teitelbaum, who taught at the UNM School of Law from 1973-1986. Professor Teitelbaum focused on juvenile courts, family law, sociology of law, legal history, and professional ethics. The purpose of this fund is to support a new scholarship each year in the amount of $3000 for a New Mexico resident law student that demonstrates financial need. This award can be awarded to the same student each year or to a new student each year.

The Michael Hart Children's Advocacy Fund Scholarship is awarded annually to a New Mexico resident who has demonstrated a strong interest and dedication to pursuing a legal career to benefit and advocate on behalf of children in New Mexico. The awardee must participate in, if and when offered, the New Mexico Trial Lawyers Law Student Association as a stipulation of the award. This scholarship of $20,000 will provide the recipient with funding to cover all tuition costs at the current in-state tuition rate, fees, textbooks, and other related costs for one academic year.

M & A Gross Indian Self Determination Fund for PLSI Graduates Scholarship was established by Michael "Mike" P. Gross, a Santa Fe Attorney and his wife Andrea Gross. This scholarship provides a $3,000 award to two incoming full-time students for three years of law school and a $1,500 bar stipend for the last semester of their 3L year. Candidates for this scholarship must be graduates of the Pre Law Summer Institute (PLSI).

A preference is given to students interested in pursuing practice in the area of Indian Law and students with financial need.

M & A Gross Indian Self Determination Fund for Bar Preparation Assistance Scholarship was established by Michael "Mike" P. Gross, a Santa Fe Attorney and his wife Andrea Gross. This scholarship provides a $1,500 award to two 3L students in their final semester, who will be taking the New Mexico Bar Exam for the first time.

A preference is given to students with financial need and/or interested in pursuing practice in the area of Indian Law.

The Modesta E. Comeford Scholarship is awarded by the School of Law to a student demonstrating financial need.

The Olaf A. Olson Memorial Scholarship was established to provide financial support to a current UNM Law student who demonstrates need and/or academic achievement.

The Peter A. Winograd Scholarship in Law was established to honor Peter Winograd's career at the University of New Mexico School of Law and his support of students pursuing a legal education. This scholarship is a merit-based scholarship in the amount of $20,000 per academic year. It will be awarded to an incoming, full-time 1L student who demonstrates a propensity for giving back to his/her community, has made a positive impact on the lives of others, and is a highly qualified and competitive applicant to the law school. The chosen candidate will receive this award for each of his/her three years while attending the UNM School of Law.

This scholarship will be awarded once every three years. The next available award will be for the Fall 2020 incoming 1L class.

The Randolph Memorial Scholarship was established to provide financial support to a current UNM Law student who demonstrates financial need.

The Robert C. Poole Merit Award Endowed Scholarship is awarded annually to an incoming first-year student. The merit-based scholarship is awarded using a number of criteria, including LSAT scores, GPA, and community involvement prior to being admitted to law school. Half of the award is made available to the recipient at the start of the student's first semester of law school. The second half is awarded at the beginning of the student's second semester, provided the student maintains a 3.0 GPA.

The Roehl Advocate award is awarded to a student who exemplifies those attributes of an outstanding trial lawyer. The awardee assists in organizing the intramural competition for selecting the mock trial team and assists the coach of the mock trial team in preparing the team for competition. This award is made to a third-year law student and is awarded during the academic year based on performance.

The Rothgerber Endowment to Honor Alfred & Miriam N. Grunsfeld was established to provide financial support to a current UNM Law student who demonstrates need and/or academic achievement.

The Sam and Frances Dazzo Scholarship is awarded to a law student who is a New Mexico resident and demonstrates financial need. The scholarship may be awarded to more than one student.

The Stronger Together Scholarship is funded by a group of UNM School of Law Alumni who have seen the positive effect that a legal education can have on the future of the student and the greater community. It is the purpose of the scholarship to provide financial assistance to a student who demonstrates financial need and a willingness to serve their community upon graduation.

The Calvin Hyer, Jr. and Darlene J. Hyer Law School Scholarship was established by UNM School of Law alumnus, Calvin Hyer, Jr. (Class of 1972) and his wife, Darlene J. Hyer, to provide financial support to an incoming, full-time law student at the University of New Mexico who demonstrates financial need. The recipient must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50. This is a recurring scholarship and will be awarded once every three years. Preference will be given to veterans of one of the US Armed Forces. The next award will be made for the Fall 2023 incoming class.

The Catron Family Scholarship was established to provide financial support to a deserving first-year student at the UNM School of Law. The awardee should be a New Mexico resident, have a well-rounded undergraduate experience, and must demonstrate academic proficiency and financial need.

The Helen James Scholarship provides financial support to female UNM School of Law students who demonstrate financial need.

The Honorable James A. Parker Scholarship in Law provides financial support to a full-time student at the UNM School of Law who demonstrates academic achievement and financial need.

The Marshallene G. Koff - Manuel D. V. Saucedo Scholarship in Law provides financial support to a second- or third-year law student who is in the top 10% of their class and demonstrates financial need. Preference for awarding this scholarship is given to a female student.

The Mary Han "Not for the Top" Scholarship is awarded to a rising second- or third-year law student who demonstrates financial need and has established a pattern of hard work, discipline and interest in all aspects of the law.

The Thomas A. Wilkerson Memorial Scholarship was established to provide financial support to a current UNM Law student who demonstrates need and/or academic achievement.

The Thomas J. Mabry scholarship is awarded to a student on the basis of ability and need.