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The McKenzie Law Firm, P.C., is looking to award a $2,500 scholarship to a deserving student. We will award our Reforming Justice Scholarship to the student who wins the essay contest on the topic of introducing ideas to reform the criminal justice system in the United States. The final deadline for applying for the scholarship is Dec. 15, 2020.
About the McKenzie Law Firm, P.C., Scholarship
The study of criminal justice often involves the consideration of how to improve the performance of the system for all parties involved. This can include law enforcement, those accused of crimes, victims of crimes, judges, and jury members.
We understand that the success of the criminal justice system depends on people with a passion for criminal law who are constantly considering ways to improve the efficiency and fairness of the system.
Bright, young people who are interested in criminal justice may have some fresh ideas about how the system should work, to improve its performance for the betterment of society. By awarding our scholarship, we hope to encourage and enable young people to study the law and make those improvements.
Eligibility for Reforming Justice Scholarship
To be eligible to receive this scholarship, students must meet a few criteria:
- Currently enrolled in or have been accepted to an accredited university or college
- Submit an essay on the topic of at least 1,000 words
- Complete the application form listed on this page
- Agree to the terms and conditions regarding the awarding of the scholarship
- Have a GPA of 3.0 or greater, verified through an unofficial transcript from the student’s current school
- Be a U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident
Topic of Essay for McKenzie Law Firm, P.C., Scholarship
In his or her essay, the student should focus on an idea for reforming the criminal justice system in the United States. This essay should be a minimum of 1,000 words.
The winner of this contest will be the student who creates the most compelling argument for a particular approach to implementing criminal justice reform.
At McKenzie Law Firm, P.C., we see the advantages and disadvantages of the current system every day. We always encourage free thought about improving the system to make it fairer for everyone involved.
How to Apply for the Reforming Justice Scholarship From McKenzie Law Firm, P.C.
Please use the application form found on this page to submit the essay and the other information required to apply for the scholarship. Some of the information required includes:
- Name
- Contact information, including email and phone
- Mailing address
- Current school and expected graduation year
- Proof of legal U.S. residency
- Unofficial transcript
- Essay
Sign using the electronic signature box to finalize your application. Use a PDF format to submit your essay and transcript.
Please rest assured that we will not share your personal information or contact information with anyone. However, we may publish your name and school with your essay on our website.
The McKenzie Law Firm, P.C., Reforming Justice Scholarship – Terms & Conditions
To apply for our Reforming Justice Scholarship, you must follow a series of terms and conditions, to include the following:
- Create an essay up to 1,000 words in length
- Be a student who is enrolled in an accredited college or university or accepted to a qualifying school
- Have a GPA of at least 3.0, as verified through an unofficial transcript
- Be a U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident
Reforming Justice Scholarship Submission – Terms & Conditions
After crafting your essay, you should save it as a PDF document and then upload it to us through the web form on this page. The essay should focus on ideas for reforming the criminal justice system, creating a compelling argument for how to improve the system and make it fairer for all parties involved.
The deadline to upload your information and essay is Dec. 15, 2020. The scholarship has a value of $2,500. Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.
