Yale Law School Ph.D. in Law Program
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Yale Law School Ph.D. in Law Program

Merit Based
Fellowship
United States of America
Provided by Yale University

Eligibility Criteria

  • Applicants must hold a J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited U.S. law school.​
  • A demonstrated interest in legal scholarship and a commitment to pursuing a career in legal academia.​
  • Completed application form, academic transcripts, letters of recommendation, personal statement, and writing samples.​

Application Process

  • Complete the online application through Yale University's Graduate School of Arts and Sciences portal.​
  • Submit all required documents, including academic transcripts, letters of recommendation, personal statement, and writing samples.​
  • Ensure all materials are submitted by the application deadline.​
     
  • Documents Required:
  • Completed application form​
  • Official academic transcripts​
  • Letters of recommendation (typically three)​
  • Personal statement​
  • Writing samples​

Scholarship Benefits

  • Funding Coverage:
    • Full tuition waiver​
    • Annual stipend for living expenses​
       
  • Duration of Funding
    • Three years, contingent upon satisfactory academic progress.​
       
  • Extra Benefits:
    • Close mentorship from Yale Law School faculty​
    • Opportunities to engage in the intellectual life of Yale Law School and Yale University​
    • Participation in seminars and workshops to enhance teaching and research skills

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Fields of Study
Law
Coverage
Full Tuition Waiver + Other Expenses
Deadline
Program Deadline Applies
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Scholarship Details

TypeMerit Based
FundingFellowship
Country United States of America

Universities

Yale University