Joseph H. Gellert / Dutchess County Bar Association Scholarship

The Joseph H. Gellert Scholarship is awarded to a resident of Dutchess County who is currently enrolled at or accepted to an accredited law school. The Honorable Joseph H. Gellert  was an important member of the Dutchess County legal community and this scholarship was established by his family and supplemented by the community to honor his legacy.

Amount of Award(s):
$1,000

Number of Awards:
1

Type of Award:
Renewable scholarship payable to school

Conditions For Continuation:
Continued enrollment in good standing in law school

Current High School:
Not Applicable

Current Level of Education:
Graduate School Student

Eligibility Requirements:
– Resident of Dutchess County who is currently enrolled at or accepted to an accredited law school

Alternative Materials:
– Two letters of recommendation (academic and employer)
– A copy of your most recent school transcript
– An essay of approximately 500 words
– Resume

Application Details:

With your completed Online Application you will also need to attach the following:

– Two letters of recommendation (academic and employer)
– A copy of your most recent school transcript
– An essay of approximately 500 words describing your career aspirations
– Resume

Special Deadline:
Applications must be submitted online with all attachments by May 1.