Mary J. Mullarkey Scholarship

The purpose of the Mary J. Mullarkey Scholarship is to support students of color, women, and LGBTQ+ students graduating with an undergraduate degree from an accredited Colorado college/university or from St. Norbert College and entering law school for the upcoming fall semester. The scholarship is for use at an accredited U.S. law school of the candidate’s choice for tuition, fees, and books.

Eligibility

• Must be receiving an undergraduate degree from an accredited Colorado college/university or from St. Norbert College
• Must identify as a woman, LGBTQ+, and/or student of color
• Demonstrate financial need
• Demonstrate academic excellence
• Have provided and can demonstrate significant community contributions

Selection

Scholarships will be awarded once a year through a competitive process based on:

• career goals
• work history
• community contributions
• interests as they relate to their graduate studies

One recipient will be selected to receive a scholarship of up to $10,000, depending on their financial need.

Additional information

All scholarships will be paid directly to a recipient’s school and must be used for the upcoming academic year. Award disbursement is contingent upon the outside scholarship policies of a recipient’s college or university. Awards must be used during the upcoming academic year. 

How to apply 

1. Read through the eligibility to confirm you meet the requirements for the scholarship opportunity 
2. Prepare and submit the following items: 
   1. Transcript 
   2. Two essays 
      1. What do you hope to accomplish with your law degree? 
      2. The Denver Foundation encourages all to consider the “5 T’s of Philanthropy”: time, talent, treasure, testimony, and social ties. To learn more, click here.