Law students are selected for PLP Fellowships on the basis of academic achievement and demonstrated interest in public policy. Fellows conduct research on current policy issues, help plan speaker events, and network with prominent leaders, attorneys, and policy makers.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants must be applying to enter their first year in the JD Program at the University of Oregon School of Law. Fellowships are awarded on the basis of academic merit and demonstrated interest in public policy and government.
Award Amount
$5,000
- $2,500 awarded at the beginning of fall semester
- $2,500 awarded at the beginning of spring semester
How to Apply
Applicants to the JD Program may apply by completing a student profile on the University of Oregon Scholarship Dashboard, and then submitting the fellowship application. Fellowship applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and continue until the fellowships are filled. Applications for Fellowships may be submitted at the time you submit your application for law school. All candidates will be notified when the process has been completed.
2L & 3L Fellowships
A gift from former Chief Justice of the Oregon Supreme Court Ken O’Connell funds several Public Law and Policy fellowships each year.
2L & 3L Fellows have the opportunity to work on self-selected policy topics, as well as assist with the O’Connell Conference, and network with attorneys and policy makers. Fellows receive a $4,250 stipend.
Hans Linde Fellowship Program
The Hans Linde fellowship honors former Oregon Supreme Court Justice and UO Law professor Hans Linde and supports student research about issues that extend beyond regional, national, and state boundaries. In addition to writing a scholarly paper, the Hans Linde Fellow gives an informal seminar or participates in at least one appropriate event related to the fellow’s research during the fellowship year. One Hans Linde fellow is named each year. This fellowship carries a $4,000 award.
Contact plpp@uoregon.edu for more information.