DLA Piper Global Scholarships Programme 2026

The DLA Piper Global Scholarships programme supports outstanding law students in developing countries reach their potential and contribute to the rule of law in their communities. The purpose of the Scholarship is to foster outstanding lawyers and leader by providing practical learning and development opportunities which enhance their educational experience and in the future their ability to contribute to the rule of law in their home countries and beyond.

• Table of Content
• About DLA Piper
• DLA Piper Fellowship
• Aim and Benefits of DLA Piper Fellowship
• Requirements for DLA Piper Fellowship Qualification
• Documents Required for Application
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

DLA Piper Fellowship

Aim and Benefits of DLA Piper Fellowship

• Financial Support
  • Full university tuition payment, for the duration of the Scholarship (two years)
  • All costs relating to internships which are offered during the Scholarship period (including all transport, food, accommodation, visas, etc.)
  • Payment for courses and/or events (local, national or international) that benefit professional development
  • Laptop and/or phone and headphones
  • High quality internet
  • Financial support towards relevant study materials (including, text books, subscriptions etc.)
  • Support towards business attire in preparation of internships
• Learning and development
  • Access to Rosetta Stone Language Learning Development
  • Week long development course covering the scholarship opportunity, soft skills and the opportunity to meet lawyers and other Fellows
  • Support to develop clear educational and professional goals
  • Assistance to write a strong CV
  • Personal branding and social media presence advice
  • Professional interview preparation training
  • Access to online DLA Piper training resources
  • Internships in DLA Piper office, with commercial and pro bono clients
  • Leadership Course, delivered in partnership with Said Business School, Oxford University in the UK
• Engagement
  • Regular mentoring session with high quality mentors from DLA Piper network
  • Regular meetings with the Scholarships Management team focused on personal and professional development
  • Peer and professional networking opportunities
  • Advice and support to access post graduate scholarships offered by third parties and continued learning opportunities
• Building Networks
  • Actively participate in the GSP Alumni network community
  • Develop relationships with peers in the programme locally and nationally
  • Complete world-class training programmes focused on leadership development and the rule of law
  • Prepare for business and community leadership
  • Network with successful industry and community leaders

Requirements for DLA Piper Fellowship Qualification

To be eligible for the scholarship, you must:

• Be studying law, and in your last to second last year of study in your home country, or
• Have completed a Law degree and have been accepted to pursue a Master’s Degree in a related field in your home country.
• Currently be achieving, or be expected to achieve, a first-class degree, or be in the top 10% of your class, and
• Receive a recommendation from your university
• Be a citizen of the country you are applying from
• Have a good level of spoken and written English as this will ensure you are able to fully participatein the programme

Documents Required for Application

• A letter of recommendation from the Dean Head of your law School, or Tutor
• A supporting personal statement which describes why you chose to study law, and what you want to achieve in your career (up to 500 words)

Applications should be submitted to DLA Piper via the online application form, you will receive a link to the application form from your university.

Check also:
Erasmus Mundus Scholarship 2027
Global Korea Scholarship 2027

Application Deadline

How to Apply

1. University advertises opportunity to eligible students and send them the application link. In some countries, Fellows from previous years help to identify potential candidates and can share the link to the application form
2. Candidates apply via the online portal, ensuring to add all details and supporting documents requested (candidates must include their contact details, email and phone number)
3. Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria will be contacted by phone for a pre-interview screening call
4. Candidates who eligible and pass the pre-screening assessment will be asked to attend a face to face interview, usually at their university or at a local DLA Piper office
5. All candidates (successful and unsuccessful) will be notified by email
6. Programme begins, students will become known as DLA Piper Fellows and will be invited to a Development Course with all new Fellows

For more information, kindly visit DLA Piper webpage.