Matthew Cohan Criminal Justice & Public Service Scholarship 2026 Now Open for Applications

The Matthew Cohan Criminal Justice & Public Service Scholarship 2026 is now open for applications. The Law Offices of Matthew Cohan is committed to supporting students who are dedicated to justice, public service, and strengthening the legal system.

The scholarship aims to award one student with a $500 award each year to a student who demonstrates academic achievement, leadership, and a commitment to making a positive impact in their community. This can be in various fields such as law, criminal justice, public policy, law enforcement, social work, government, or any other field that serves the public.

## Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must be committed to justice and positive change. This includes:

- Community service and volunteer involvement - Resilience through obstacles or challenges - A genuine desire to contribute to community and/or the world

## Application Requirements

Applications are reviewed with an emphasis on the following criteria:

- Clarity of goals (education + career direction) - Resilience and perseverance demonstrated through real experiences - Impact mindset (how you plan to contribute, serve, or lead) - Quality of writing (clear, authentic, and thoughtful)

To apply, students must complete the application form and include a brief statement describing:

- Their educational and career goals - Challenges they have overcome on their path to success - How they hope to contribute to making the world a better place

## Key Dates

| Key Date | Details | | --- | --- | | Deadline | October 1, 2026 |

For more information, visit the **Matthew Cohan Criminal Justice & Public Service Scholarship** website.

The deadline for applications is October 1, 2026.