Nevada State Bar Scholarship
Each year, the State Bar of Nevada Gaming Law Section sponsors two $5,000 scholarships to support students pursuing legal education with a focus on gaming law. These scholarships reflect the section’s commitment to fostering excellence in the next generation of gaming law professionals. Recipients are selected by the admissions committee through a review process that is independent of admission decisions. Scholarship decisions are typically announced in late spring.

Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation Scholarship
The Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation Scholarship is a prestigious, full-tuition award granted annually to a student who demonstrates a strong passion for tribal gaming. This scholarship reflects the Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation’s commitment to supporting Indigenous communities and advancing the future of tribal gaming through education.

Eligibility and Application Requirements

Applicants must have an active J.D. or LL.M. application submitted for the current admission cycle to be considered. Scholarship selection is conducted by an independent committee and is separate from the admissions process. Preference is given to tribal citizens and Indigenous applicants.

Applicants must submit a brief essay (maximum two pages, PDF format) explaining why they should be selected for the scholarship. The essay should highlight the applicant’s current or potential impact on tribal gaming.

Application Period
The application is available from November 1 through May 2 each academic year.

The Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation is a federally recognized Indian tribe located on the San Manuel Indian Reservation near Highland, California. Learn more about their generous gift to UNLV.

Potential external scholarships for current and incoming students have been linked below. We will update these resources as we become aware of new opportunities so check back periodically. These links are being provided to students as a convenience and for informational purposes only. They do not constitute an endorsement or an approval by the law school. The law school bears no responsibility for the accuracy, legality or content of the external site. Contact the external site for answers to questions about their scholarships.