Amount: Full tuition + stipend + summer internships
Deadline: November 15 (2026 - check for 2027 updates)
Level: graduate
Renewable: Yes
About
MMSP is a full-scholarship program designed to create the next generation of civil rights attorneys committed to serving Black communities in the South.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US
- GPA: Not specified, extremely competitive academic record expected
- Demographic: african-american
- Must be an incoming law student (1L).
- Commitment to practicing civil rights law in the South for at least eight years after graduation.
- Exceptional leadership potential and commitment to racial justice.
Required Materials
- Online application
- Multiple essays
- Official transcript
- LSAT scores
- 3 letters of recommendation
- Resume
Timeline
Applications open in September. Deadline is November 15. Finalists interviewed in January/February. Scholars notified in March.
Tips
This is a highly selective and comprehensive program. Your application must demonstrate an unwavering commitment to civil rights and a clear vision for your career path in the South. Be prepared for rigorous interviews.