Lorraine Gerson '71 Endowed Scholarship Fund

Established by Diego Visceglia to provide financial assistance to Law School students with demonstrated financial need and are in good academic standing. Preference will be given to: 1. first generation students; or 2.Students whose individual experiences contribute to a broad range of perspectives within the student body.; or 3. students active in either the Center for Social Justice or Public Interest Law; or 4. students who demonstrate a commitment to promoting Women and Women’s Leadership issues consistent with the Women’s Leadership Advisory Committee mission and goals or students who have participated in the Women’s Law Forum Student Organization.

Criteria:
Must be a student enrolled in Seton Hall University School of Law,
Must demonstrate financial need, as determined by Financial Aid
Must be in good academic standing

First Preference:
-Seton Hall Law School
-Financial Need
-Graduate GPA 2.33
-First-generation college or law students

Second Preference:
-Seton Hall Law School
-Financial Need
-Graduate GPA 2.33
-Students who demonstrate how their background, experiences, or perspectives contribute to the diversity of the student body

Third Preference:
-Seton Hall Law School
-Financial Need
-Graduate GPA 2.33
—Participation in the Center for Social Justice or Public Interest Law

Fourth Preference:
-Seton Hall Law School
-Financial Need
-Graduate GPA 2.33
-Students who demonstrate a commitment to promoting Women and Women’s Leadership issues consistent with the Women’s Leadership Advisory Committee mission and goals or students who have participated in the Women’s Law Forum Student Organization.

Award
Varies
Scopes
First Generation, LAW - Financial Aid, Merit Based, Need based, Seton Hall Law
Deadline
09/01/2026
Supplemental Questions
  1. Please describe how your background, experiences, or community involvement have shaped your perspective and goals in the legal field. If applicable, include any involvement in public interest work, support for women’s leadership, or experiences that contribute to a diverse and inclusive community.