The Blank Rome Scholars Program (“BR Scholars” or “Scholars” Program ) is designed to identify and recruit high-performing individuals who have overcome challenges in life that distinguish them from their peers and who, through their life experiences, have demonstrated the character to have a successful career in law. Our goal is to identify and attract talented summer associate candidates from diverse backgrounds to join our firm upon completion of law school.
The Scholars Program is a two-year program through which Scholars will gain meaningful legal experience and mentorship across two summers with the firm. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic achievement, demonstrated leadership, community service, work experience, and commitment to the practice of law. Each Blank Rome Scholar is awarded a full-salaried position for both their 1L and 2L summers in the firm’s Summer Associate Program and a $25,000 scholarship, which will be paid in two installments: 1) $12,500 for the Scholar’s second-year tuition and expenses, provided the student successfully completes their 1L summer and continues on in the program for the full second summer; and 2) another $12,500 toward the Scholar’s third-year tuition and expenses, provided the student receives and accepts an offer to return to Blank Rome as a full-time associate after graduation.
During the Summer Associate Program, each Scholar will be teamed up with a Blank Rome partner and an associate, who serve as mentors for the duration of the program and beyond
What sets us apart?
- Client engagement opportunities
- Coaching and mentoring
- Pro bono projects
- Community impact projects
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2026 Blank Rome Scholars Program—Now Accepting Applications
The Blank Rome Scholars Program is open to 1L Students (or 2L Evening Students) interested in our Houston, Los Angeles, New York, Philadelphia, or Washington, D.C., offices. We evaluate all applications and consider these factors:
- Strong academic and personal achievement
- Life experiences, including any obstacles or challenges overcome, that distinguish you from your peers and reflect resilience, integrity, and character
- Meaningful involvement in activities or initiatives that reflect a commitment to excellence, leadership, and service within the legal industry or broader community
Please click here to apply to the 2026 1L Blank Rome Scholars Program.
Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. ET on Friday, January 23, 2026, to be considered. Please include the following documents in PDF format:
- Current Resume
- Undergraduate and Graduate (if applicable) School Transcripts
- Law School Transcript (following receipt of Fall 2025 grades)
- 500-word essay, answering the following: Describe a significant challenge or setback you have faced—personally, academically, or professionally. How did you respond to the situation, and what did you learn from it? How has that experience shaped the ways in which you will contribute to Blank Rome and enhance our culture?
