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Scharps Legal Essay Competition

Posted: Tue Dec 30, 2025 12:10 pm
by Undergraduate Law BA
Scharps Legal Essay Competition

The Benjamin and David Scharps Legal Essay Competition is open to juniors at SUNY campuses who are interested in legal issues, or are interested in pursuing a career in the legal field.

Prizes are awarded to students who write the best legal essay on a chosen topic. Information on this year's topic can be found on the Office of Fellowships and Scholarships website. 
  • First place prize: $1,500.
  • Second place prize: $1,000.
Students must submit their essays to the Office of Fellowships and Scholarships by Jan. 27, 2026.

Learn more and apply to the Scharps Essay Competitionhttps://www.buffalo.edu/fellowships/fun ... harps.html

Questions can be directed to fellowships@buffalo.edu.