Opportunities & Aid

2026-27 FAFSA Now Open

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2026-27 academic year is available beginning Wednesday, Oct. 1. Students must complete and submit the FAFSA by the priority deadline of Sunday, Feb. 1, to be considered for maximum financial assistance. 

The process should begin with the student completing their portion of the application and then inviting contributors to complete their sections. This step helps ensure the FAFSA is processed correctly. 

Students are encouraged to review the Step-by-Step Guide to Applying for Financial Aid and the application process for undergraduates for more information. 

Questions can be directed to Marquette Central. 

Contact: Marquette Central

2Ls: Middleman Scholarship for a Marquette Law Student

The Middleman Scholarship is awarded annually to a Marquette law student who also fosters interests beyond the law.

WHAT IS IT: A one-time scholarship to be awarded to a Marquette law student, who is original, good-hearted, and who has a good sense of humor. Students who have balanced academics with other life experiences and interests are encouraged to apply. This scholarship was established by a group of alumni to help hard-working students, who have a wide array of interests outside of law school.  

AMOUNT: The scholarship will be between $5,000 to $10,000.

HOW CAN THE MONEY BE USED: Tuition

WHO IS ELIGIBLE: Law students who will have completed a minimum of 27 credits at the completion of the fall 2025 semester. 

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUBMIT: A short essay that includes the following:

  • Name
  • Address
  • Phone number
  • A description of your interests outside of law (No need to talk about your legal accomplishments—we already know you're doing great there!)
  • Why you should be awarded the scholarship
  • Please submit your essay as a PDF.

HOW TO APPLY: Please submit your application by sending your essay to Dean Wilczynski-Vogel by January 5, 2026. 

Contact: Christine Wilczynski-Vogel, Associate Dean for External Relations

Professor Strifling Seeks Research Assistants

Professor Strifling is seeking to hire one or two research assistants for the spring semester to assist with a project exploring the potential liability of municipalities that unknowingly discharge PFAS (the "forever chemicals") to the environment during routine wastewater treatment operations. Students with a demonstrated interest in water law or environmental law are especially encouraged to apply. Because the project is funded by a grant, the position is for pay, not for credit, and RAs must be available for an average of five hours per week. 

To apply, send a brief statement of interest and a résumé to Professor Strifling. Questions are also welcome.

Contact: David Strifling

Law Students Needed for Focus Groups

The Law School is looking to host a representative group of students students to participate in a focus group with LSAC to discuss how we label and describe our course streams. Lunch will be provided at each session. 

  • 1L Focus Group: Monday, December 1 at noon
  • 2L/3L Focus Group: Wednesday, December 3 at 12:15 p.m.

If you are available and interested in participating, please email Sarah DiStefano, assistant director of student affairs, with your interest in attending (please note your class status) and with any dietary restrictions to receive any additional details. 

Contact: Sarah DiStefano