Apply for the Reginald F. Lewis Fellowship at Harvard Law School 2025/2026

The Reginald F. Lewis Fellowship at Harvard Law School offers a prestigious, fully funded opportunity for legal scholars and practitioners. Apply now to be part of this transformative experience at Harvard Law School.

When is Application Deadline:

• Thursday, October 3, 2024

Tell Me About the Reginald F. Lewis Fellowship:

The Reginald F. Lewis Fellowship at Harvard Law School supports a recent law graduate interested in legal scholarship and preparing for a career in law teaching. The Fellow is required to prepare at least one major article for publication, audit courses, and attend workshops at the law school.

Which Fields are Eligible?

• Law (J.D., LL.M, or S.J.D. degree holders)

Type:

• Fellowship

Who can Apply?

• Recent law graduates with a J.D., LL.M, or S.J.D. degree
• Applicants from any nationality can apply.
• Open to individuals who have recently completed their law degree.
• There is no discrimination based on race, gender, sexual orientation, or religion.
• Passion to pursue a career as a legal scholar or law teacher.
• A strong interest in the legal field is essential.
• Relevant legal or academic experience is preferred.
• Must submit a detailed research proposal or project plan.
• A strong command of English is required.
• Meet the specified application deadline for the fellowship cycle

How are Applicants Selected?

• Based on academic qualifications, research and writing project proposals, interest in law teaching and legal scholarship, transcripts, and letters of reference

Which Countries are Eligible?

• All nationalities

Where will Award be Taken?

• Harvard Law School, Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA

How Many Awards?

• Not specified

What is the Benefit of Award?

• Annual stipend of $60,000
• Make use of Harvard Law School residence halls.
• Take part in actual court cases and hearings.
• Expand your knowledge of relevant human rights concerns.
• Polish legal language and communication abilities for improved communication.

How Long Will the Award Last?

• From July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026

How to Apply for the Reginald F. Lewis Fellowship:

1. Prepare a comprehensive résumé or curriculum vitae.
2. Write a detailed description of the research and writing project (maximum four pages).
3. Write a statement of interest in law teaching and legal scholarship (maximum four pages).
4. Gather copies of all transcripts.
5. Obtain two letters of reference addressing potential for success as a legal scholar and law teacher.
6. Submit your application and letters of reference by the deadline.

• Start Your Lewis Fellowship Application

Visit Award Webpage for Details: https://hls.harvard.edu/academics/fellowships-and-prizes/fellowships/the-reginald-f-lewis-fellowship-for-law-teaching/

For any questions, please contact: LewisFellowship@law.harvard.edu