Committee on Animals and the Law: Student Writing Competition

Who can apply

  • The Committee on Animals and the Law: Student Writing Competition is open to students currently enrolled in an ABA - accredited law school.
  • To be considered, you must submit a maximum 25 - page paper concerning any area of animal law.

About the scholarship

Selection will be based on quality, clarity, originality, and organization. Papers previously published in any form will not be considered.

Awards

Number of winners: 2

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Committee on Animals and the Law: Student Writing Competition still open?

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Who offers the Committee on Animals and the Law: Student Writing Competition?

New York State Bar Association offers this scholarship. It reviews applications and chooses the winner. AspireOpen lists the scholarship so you can find it, but doesn't review applications for it.

Will I hear back if I don’t win?

New York State Bar Association decides whether to contact applicants who don't win. You apply on the provider's site, so AspireOpen doesn't receive results for this scholarship. If you haven't heard back after the deadline, check the provider's page or contact New York State Bar Association.

How is the scholarship paid?

New York State Bar Association pays the award on its own terms, including whether it goes to your school or to you and when. The provider's page has the details.

How much is the Committee on Animals and the Law: Student Writing Competition worth?

The Committee on Animals and the Law: Student Writing Competition is worth $1,000. New York State Bar Association lists two awards.

Who can apply for the Committee on Animals and the Law: Student Writing Competition?

It's open to graduate students, according to the listing. Every requirement is listed under “Who can apply” on this page, and New York State Bar Association decides who is eligible.

Are these details up to date?

We last reviewed this listing on October 31, 2026. Details can change, so check the provider's page before you apply.

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