The Behan Law Group, P.L.L.C.

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945 N. Stone Ave, Tucson, AZ 85705

The Behan Law Group military veteran scholarship


Applications Currently Open

At The Behan Law Group, P.L.L.C., we have great respect for those who dedicate their lives in service to their country and community. Our founding attorney, Michelle Behan, is a U.S. Navy Veteran, and she has been a passionate advocate for Veterans throughout her legal career, including by providing criminal defense counsel for Veterans in need and serving on a regional committee for Veterans’ issues in Arizona under Senator Jeff Flake.

We are offering The Behan Law Group Military Veteran Scholarship to support Veterans and their children in the pursuit of higher education. This scholarship in the amount of $1,000 can be used for tuition and other educational expenses at a college or university of your choice.

The deadline for our scholarship is June 10, 2024 at 11:59PM.

Am I Eligible to Apply?

You may apply for the Behan Law Group Military Veteran Scholarship if the following statements are true:

  • You are a U.S. military Veteran, a current service member in the U.S. military, or the child of a Veteran or current service member
  • You are currently enrolled in, or have been accepted to, an undergraduate or graduate program at an accredited university or college in the U.S.
  • Your college or university education will continue at least through the Fall 2024 semester
  • You are 18 years of age or older
  • Your current cumulative GPA is at least 2.5

How Do I Apply?

For your application to be considered, you will need to submit an essay of 500 to 1,000 words on the following topic:

How has your experience as a Veteran or the child of a Veteran influenced your academic and career goals?

How do you plan to use your education to make a positive impact in your community?

With your essay, you will also need to submit your most recent high school or college academic transcript, proof of military service for yourself or your parent, a professional headshot, and contact information including your name, address, phone number, and email address.

Winner Selection

Attorney Michelle Behan and the staff at The Behan Law Group, P.L.L.C. will review and judge applications according to the following criteria:

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    Thoughtfulness, self-reflection, & originality

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    Writing quality, including spelling, grammar, organization, and clarity

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    Adherence to the application instructions and criteria

We will select and notify winners no later than July 10, 2024, and we will work with the financial aid department at your chosen college or university to submit the award. Scholarship winners must consent to the use of their name, likeness, and essay for The Behan Law Group’s marketing and promotional purposes.

The Behan Law Group, P.L.L.C. Scholarship Spring 2024 Winners

Nicole Hancock

Nicole Hancock, Spring 2024 1st Place Winner

We are delighted to announce that Nicole Hancock has been selected as the Spring 2024 first-place winner of our Behan Law Group Military Veterans Scholarship. A graduate student at Baylor University and proud Army veteran, Nicole plans on becoming a speech-language pathologist after graduation, helping veterans at the local VA Hospital.

Adam Freeland

Adam Freeland, Spring 2024 2nd Place Winner

The Behan Law Group, P.L.L.C. is proud to announce Adam Freeland as a Spring 2024 winner of our Behan Law Group Military Veterans Scholarship. A military veteran and father of two children, Adam is currently studying to become an elementary school teacher so he can make positive impacts in student’s lives.

Carlos Garza

Carlos Garza, Spring 2024 Runner-Up

We at The Behan Law Group, P.L.L.C. are pleased to name Carlos Garza as a Spring 2024 winner of our Behan Law Group Military Scholarship. A veteran of the United States Marines, Carlos is presently studying to get his HVAC certificate as he looks to either join an HVAC company or start his own.

William Joel Adams

William Joel Adams, Spring 2024 Runner-Up

We are happy to announce that William Joel Adams has been named the 4th place winner of our Behan Law Group Military Veterans Scholarship. As a person with years of military experience, William is now studying to obtain his degree in secondary-biology sciences.

Rashid Cole

Rashid Cole, Spring 2024 Runner-Up

We are delighted to announce that Rashid Cole has been named as a runner-up winner of our Behan Law Group Military Veterans Scholarship. A proud veteran of the Iraq War, Rashid is now pursuing a master’s degree in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance.

Contact Us With Questions

For questions related to the The Behan Law Group Military Veteran Scholarship program or how to apply, send an email here.

The Behan Law Group Military Veteran Scholarship is managed through the OVC Scholarship Network.

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