Opportunities & Aid

MU Counseling Center Grief Dinners

Marquette University Counseling Center hosts grief dinners periodically throughout the year. Join them for an evening of food, creativity and connection with other students who have experienced the loss of someone important to them. Come share a meal, create something meaningful, and connect in whatever way feels comfortable.

Two upcoming events for this fall: 

  • Wednesday, September 30, starting at 5 p.m. RSVP required to attend.
    • The event begins at 5 p.m. We invite you stay for whatever amount of time feels comfortable. You're welcome to join us for part or all of the evening.
    • Menu: Chick-fil-A and dessert will be provided
    • Craft: "Threads of Connection" Memory beaded keychains
  • Wednesday, October 28, from 5 - 7 p.m. RSVP required to attend here.
Contact: MU Counseling Center

2027–2028 FAFSA Now Available

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2027–2028 academic year is now available. 

Students must complete and submit their FAFSA by the Monday, Feb. 1, priority deadline to be considered for maximum financial assistance for the upcoming school year.  

It is important that the FAFSA process begin with the student completing their portion of the application and then inviting additional contributor(s) to complete their section(s). This will help ensure the FAFSA is processed correctly.

The Office of Student Financial Aid will send any requests for additional documentation to students’ Marquette email addresses, if needed. Students will have 30 days to complete this request to ensure timely processing and full consideration for financial assistance. Missing documents can also be viewed on the to-do list under the Financial Aid tile on CheckMarq. 

For more information, review the Step by Step Guide to Applying for Financial Aid along with these key steps for applying for financial aid.  

Any questions can be directed to Marquette Central. 

Contact: Marquette Central

Marquette Flu Shot Clinics

There is no charge for the vaccination for full-time undergraduate students and graduate students. For additional information, view this post in Marquette Today. Injectable influenza vaccinations will be available to students, faculty and staff at several flu clinics on campus. The campus community is strongly encouraged to receive their influenza vaccination and there are three remaining sessions available. 

Walk-in flu clinic dates include: 

Tuesday, Oct. 13
10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Wellness + Recreation facility court No. 4

Tuesday, Oct. 20
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
School of Dentistry

Wednesday, Oct. 28
10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Wellness + Recreation facility court No. 4

Contact: Marquette Medical Clinic

2026 Wisconsin State Bar Taxation Section Scholarship

Overview: The Wisconsin State Bar Taxation Section is pleased to offer a $1,000 scholarship to a law student at Marquette University Law School who has demonstrated a strong interest in tax law.

Purpose: The purpose of this scholarship is to support and encourage the next generation of tax attorneys in Wisconsin by recognizing academic achievement, professional interest, and engagement with the tax law community.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

  • Be currently enrolled as a J.D. student at Marquette University Law School
  • Be in good academic standing
  • Demonstrate a clear interest in tax law (e.g., coursework, internships, student organizations, or related experience)

Preferred (but not required): 

  • Completion of one or more tax-related courses
  • Participation in tax-related extracurricular activities or events
  • Interest in practicing tax law in Wisconsin

Application Materials
Please submit the following materials via email to Graeme Gallagher with a CC to Joe Rekrut: 

  1. Resume
  2. Unofficial law school transcript
  3. Short statement of interest (500–750 words), addressing:
    1. Interest in tax law
    2. Relevant experiences or coursework
    3. Career goals in the field of taxation
  4. (Optional) Letter of recommendation from a professor or employer

Selection Criteria
The recipient will be selected based on:

  • Demonstrated interest and commitment to tax law
  • Academic performance
  • Quality of the written statement
  • Engagement with the legal or tax community

Timeline
Application Opens: October 15, 2026
Application Deadline: November 27, 2026
Recipient Notified: January 1, 2027

Contact: Graeme Gallagher

Collegiate Issues in Sports Law Writing Competition

The Collegiate Issues in Sports Law Writing Competition and supporting award were created by Christian Bray, L'14, and the Senior Associate Athletic Director of Athletics Compliance at Harvard. She created this competition to "recognize the Marquette University Law School student who writes the best essay focused on important collegiate athletics related issues in the sport industry," as of course judged by the Competition Review Committee.  With so many current issues going on in the collegiate athletics industry there is plenty to write about. Remember that papers you have written in undergraduate (updated of course) or law school courses or comments for law review/journal requirements can be submitted to this competition. 

Complete details on what is required to enter the award can be found online here. As you can see on the webpage, the competition does not require a law review worthy type submission. The award is open to 1Ls, 2Ls and 3Ls. 

Submissions are not due at this point until Friday, March 19, 2027. The winner receives a monetary award and will be announced during our Annual Awards Ceremony on Friday, April 30, 2026.

Contact: Prof. Paul Anderson

Ethics in Sports Law Writing Competition and Award

The Ethics in Sports Law Writing Competition and Award were created in 2017 and is supported by the generosity of the National Sports Law Institute Board of Advisors member Anne Wall. The "Ethics in Sports Law Award" recognizes the Marquette University Law School student who writes the best essay on a current ethical dilemma in amateur or professional sports as selected by the Competition Review Committee.

Complete details on what is required to enter the award can be found online here. Again, a law review worthy submission is not required. The award is open to 1Ls, 2Ls and 3Ls. 

Submissions are due on Monday, March 22, 2027, so there is still time to consider whether you want to participate. Remember that papers you have written in undergraduate (updated of course) or law school courses or comments for law review/journal requirements can be submitted to this competition. The winner will be announced in the spring semester, most likely during our Annual Awards Ceremony on Friday, April 30, 2027.

Contact: Prof. Paul Anderson