UCI Law and Point Foundation announce new scholarship initiative
Qualified recipients will receive a $30,000 scholarship each year
UC Irvine’s School of Law and Point Foundation have established a scholarship initiative to help Point graduating scholars and alumni attain an affordable legal education. Successful applicants will receive a minimum scholarship of $30,000 per year as well as support from student leaders of OutLaw at UCI Law, a student organization that facilitates civic and social activities by and for the LGBTQIA community.
Point is the nation’s largest nonprofit organization supporting LGBTQ students studying on campuses across the United States. Public service, pro bono, experiential learning, and a founding mission to provide underrepresented students access to legal education are core commitments at UCI Law. This year, 30 percent of UCI School of Law’s class of 2026 J.D. students identify as members of the LGBTQIA community, and over 25 percent identify as first-generation college students.
“The collaboration between UCI Law and Point Foundation exemplifies our shared commitment to academic excellence, while increasing access to higher education and helping students succeed,” said Austen Parrish. School of Law dean and Chancellor’s Professor of law. “Point’s emphasis on mentorship and community aligns perfectly with UCI Law’s commitment to giving back. We’re proud of this partnership that will provide a pathway to law school for talented Point Scholars.”